John Williams 'Hedwig's Theme'

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Today, film cannot succeed without music. You simply cannot have a movie without having an accompanying soundtrack. This is evident through the work of John Williams, an American conductor, composer, and pianist. Williams’ music appears many popular movies such as Star Wars and Harry Potter. In Star Wars, Williams’s music keeps a constant mythical feel, giving the viewer a sense of overall theme of the movie while also keeping them engaged from “start to finish.” Additionally, Williams has also scored three of the Harry Potter films. One particular example that really emphasizes how music is utilized by the film industry is “Hedwig’s Theme.” Williams is able to capture a “general air of mystery” which the audience then feels. Through the help

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