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HTTYD
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Created on August 16, 2022
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Transcript
HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON
Music by John Powell
Aim
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.
Soundtracks Analysed - This is Berk (Hiccup/ Viking theme) - The Downed Dragon (Toothless's Theme) - Test Drive (iconic httyd theme)
This is Berk
0:00- 0:220-40- 1 min
Melody Line
Score
Simple melody in 12 8 time Flute, penny whistle, gadulka and sopilka plays in unison
The Downed Dragon
Toothless' Theme
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
Score
Downed Dragon Theme
Test Drive
Combination of the Two Themes
Test Drive
Combination of the Two Themes
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.
Conclusion
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.
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