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HTTYD
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Created on August 16, 2022
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Transcript
Music by John Powell
HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON
Soundtracks Analysed - This is Berk (Hiccup/ Viking theme) - The Downed Dragon (Toothless's Theme) - Test Drive (iconic httyd theme)
To investigate John Powell's construction of character themes and discover how they enhance the film by developing the beginnings of main characters Hiccup and Toothless's relationship.
Aim
0:00- 0:220-40- 1 min
This is Berk
Simple melody in 12 8 time Flute, penny whistle, gadulka and sopilka plays in unison
Melody Line
Score
2:05 - 2:20 Toothless's theme is introduced for the first time 2:54-3:05 Toothless's theme again but with traditional Irish Instruments
The Downed Dragon
Toothless' Theme
Downed Dragon Theme
Score
Combination of the Two Themes
Test Drive
Combination of the Two Themes
Test Drive
What makes their iconic theme "Test Drive" so unique?
- John Powell's genius
- The intricate blend of Hiccup and Toothless' themes
- The incorporation of traditional bagpipe music to daw upon the historical traditions of Vikings
- Brass have the melody for once, especially french horns.
John Powell utilises elements of music such as leitmotifs and traditional European instruments to assimilate the audience into the fantastical world of HTTYD and build upon Hiccup and Toothless’ relationship.
Conclusion
Thank you!