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: In the episode "Contempt," a montage features an arrangement of Schubert's "Ave Maria" (though the pianist is technically reading Gounod's setting on-screen).

: An analysis of the show's commitment to journalistic integrity and "truth, honesty, and equality". 3. Fictional News Segments The Newsroom

: Composed by Thomas Newman , the opening theme is a brass-heavy, aspirational orchestral piece that sets the show's idealistic tone. : In the episode "Contempt," a montage features

: An episode titled "The Blackout, Part 1" involves a debate over whether to run a "piece" on a lurid criminal trial instead of more substantive news like the debt ceiling. Fictional News Segments : Composed by Thomas Newman

In the real world, several major opinion pieces (or "think pieces") have been written about the show's impact and legacy:

The soundtrack of the HBO series is known for its evocative use of classical and contemporary music:

: This American folk song is used as a central emotional piece in the penultimate episode of the series, often cited by fans and critics as a high point of the show. 2. Notable Opinion Pieces