Summer film scores feature Pharrell and more

U.S. rapper, artist, and designer Pharell Williams holds the Olympic torch as part of the 2024 Summer Olympics torch relay ahead of the opening ceremony in Saint-Denis, outside Paris, Friday, July 26, 2024. (Stephane De Sakutin/Pool Photo via AP)

Musical scores enrich the content they accompany, whether in film, television or even video games. Composers write music to support or enhance emotional moments and to help establish an overall mood or tone.

“City Lights” music contributor Dr. Scott Stewart has been studying and teaching this genre of music for decades.

In this segment, Dr. Stewart shares his expertise for our series, “Music in Media.” This episode focuses on the blockbuster films and streaming content coming out of Summer 2024.