May the Fourth is known as national “Star Wars” Day. (The date inspires a pun on the film franchise’s catchphrase, “May the Force be with you.”)
The iconic sci-fi movie series in the galaxy far, far away — which spanned four decades and multiple generations — is known just as much for its score as it is for its story and visuals.
John Williams was the man behind the music of the popular franchise. Williams has won countless awards for his work and is much beloved by both fans and critics alike.
Read this story now for free
To continue reading, sign up for our newsletter and get unlimited access to WABE.org
You can select your preferences for news and local content. We will never share your email address. Learn how your newsletter sign-up will support WABE and Public Media
