The Music of John Williams and Star Wars (MUS-0055)

Fall 2025 · MUS 0055 · Tufts University · 3 credits · Undergraduate

Critical evaluation of the music of John Williams. Emphasis upon Williams's eclectic style and the wider cultural and social currents. The composer’s engagement with history and politics, notably through collaborations with directors like Spielberg and Stone and connections to local musical institutions. Scores for the Star Wars franchise, focusing on topics of thematic construction, myth, gender, and racial representation. No prior background in music required.

Course codes: MUS-0055, MUS 0055, MUS0055, MUS-55, MUS 55, MUS55, FMS-0064, FMS 0064, FMS0064, FMS-64, FMS 64, FMS64

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