AN ABSTRACT OF THE THESIS OF Danae A. Lincoln for the degree of Honors Baccalaureate of Science in Mechanical Engineering presented on March 8, 2011 . Title: The Art and Craft of John Williams. Abstract approved: _________________________________________________________________________ Dana Reason The intent of this paper is to bring more attention to the mastery involved with film composition as an art form. The research focuses specifically on the life, style, influences, and works of John Williams as a conductor, film composer, and composer. It addresses his biography, filmography, and working relationships, as well as critical analysis on several film scores. Particular emphasis is placed on scene-by-scene music analysis of the films Jaws , Hook , and Memoirs of a Geisha , as they are representative of three chronological segments of Williams’ film composition career. An overall theme focuses on how his music is so iconic, recognizable, and emotionally relatable by audiences, that it has become a part of our everyday culture. Key Words: John Williams, film composer, Jaws, Hook, Memoirs of a Geisha Corresponding e-mail address:
[email protected] ©Copyright by Danae A. Lincoln March 8, 2011 All Rights Reserved The Art and Craft of John Williams by Danae A. Lincoln A PROJECT submitted to Oregon State University University Honors College in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of Honors Baccalaureate of Science in Mechanical Engineering (Honors Associate) Presented March 8, 2011 Commencement June 2011 Honors Baccalaureate of Science in Mechanical Engineering project of Danae A. Lincoln presented on March 8, 2011 . APPROVED: Mentor, representing Music Committee Member, representing Honors College Writing Committee Member, representing film music special interest Head, Department of Mechanical Engineering Chair, Department of Music Dean, University Honors College I understand that my project will become part of the permanent collection of Oregon State University, University Honors College.