Star Wars is a blockbuster soap opera resulting from a revolutionary vision put out by George Lucas. Not only the vision, but the kind of music to light up the multimedia series has played an influential role in reaching out to the ears and hearts of the galactic fans.
Star Wars’ iconic and well-known weapon, the light saber would not feel the same without the constant hum of the blade, the swoosh of blade emission, and the zing of a mighty strike. Ben Bennet created marvelous sound effects to support the realistic duel scenes for the Jedi fans.
Similarly, the overall soundtrack of the original trilogies composed by legendary John Williams has created an immaculate music score for the movie buffs. With the release of the new movies, the familiar soundtrack featured in the backdrop of feverous battles, family bonding, and evil plotting has opened a whole new meaning to the old and new motion picture.
Theme and Character Building
George Lucas was clever to recruit a twice Academy Award composer, whose work was nominated for a Steven Spielberg blockbuster movie, to create a summer space blockbuster of his own. George wanted old, swashbuckling classic music to set the mood for Star Wars movie scenes.
Luckily John Williams knew exactly what had to be done to bring out the best of the Space Odyssey’s themes and characters. William created an individual music arc for the characters from somber to life-breathing musical motifs called the leitmotifs. The general triumphant, Main Theme, shows the basic Star Wars good and bad struggle. Notice how each character has a movie sound associated with his attributes? Resonating work by John Williams!
Enhancing Emotional Outreach
‘They Will Come’ from Star Wars: The Rise of the Skywalker is the latest John Williams score that stole the hearts of fans. It set the mood for Rey’s solitary journey to redemption and the opening of a new path. How do I know all this? I listened to the music, full blast while watching the scene. That is how I was capable of, fully, connecting with the last standing Skywalker.
Another example is ‘Binary Sunset’ while Luke Skywalker gazes longingly at the twin moons of Tatooine wishing for exhilarating adventures while also surrendering to the retiring force inside him. The musical orchestra behind the victorious, defeating, hopeful, and declining Star Wars events has successfully been projected by the musical keynotes.
Mood and Atmosphere Building
There needs to be a sound of dictating music, running in the background, for the viewers to connect with the magical atmosphere illustrated in Star Wars. Imperial March by John Williams, is a masterpiece resembling the mystic force that runs smoothly through our body cells when the scene of the Empire’s oppressive dictatorship is shown on the silver screens. The audience can connect with the dark clouds spreading in the Galaxy and the laser blasters coming onto us, sealing our demise.
Additionally, music resembling the bustling streets of Mos Eisley, the moving dunes of Tatooine in searing heat, and the green, lush forest home of Ewoks, the Moon of Endor bridges the connection between the curious spectators and unexpected plot twists.
Narrative & Momentum Building
Music is an artistic way of driving out emotions among the audience. Whether it is a heavy instrumental beat, ombre volume, or a moderate tempo, the feelings of the spectators can be manipulated to inspire, build confidence, and anticipation, and show heroistic authority.
The clashing dynamics between the Jedi and Sith and the power of force fueling all living creatures are orchestrated by repeated binary sets which are culture touch points. ‘The Force Theme’ is the standard and iconic melody played throughout the films recognising Star Wars as a billboard success.
Cultural Standpoint and Legacy
The evergreen, classy Star Wars music has aged like fine wine, loved by aged and mature fans. The harmonious music symbolism of the events in the movies is instant recognition. Imperial March is at this stage a Star Wars anthem blasting at all fan gatherings on Star Wars Day.
Besides the deep timber, unusual pitches and chromatic frequency of the music have been replicated in modern music like G-Dragon, M.I.A, and Dam Swindle, setting an influential example for future artists. The cantina music which is a blend of jazz, swing, and elementals is a unique niche that is not easy to replicate, making the unique Star Wars notes all the more special. William played with instruments creating an alien bass that gained commercial success selling millions of copies worldwide.
Star Wars music is a composition of years of expertise, composer’s emotions, and musical development that is multifaceted and unique to its chores. The music has successfully enchanted fans globally connecting the hearts to one timbre. The characteristic themes are symbolic of Star Wars events that are irreplaceable.
