
4 December 2001 · 25 YEARS
Shrek (Original Motion Picture Score)
Harry Gregson-Williams
The music features a blend of traditional brass and string instruments alongside distinct percussion. It functions as both a sincere tribute to classic stories and a subversion of those same conventions. The score captures a sense of cinematic scope.
The project demonstrates how to construct a fantasy world rooted in both grand adventure and comedic timing. It balances large, sweeping orchestral moments with odd, rhythmic pieces. This music remains a clear example of how to build a narrative environment through scoring for animation.