The Unforgettable Moment: Ahsoka's Composer Shares Legendary & Hilarious Encounter with George Lucas

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The soundtrack for Ahsoka on Disney Plus has become a beloved part of the Star Wars universe, thanks to the talented composers Kevin Kiner and his children, Sean and Deana.

During their initial encounter, Kevin was introduced to the franchise in a comical way as George Lucas playfully threw a hip-hop CD at him, showcasing Lucas' quirkiness.

In their arrangement for Ahsoka, the Kiners have delved into various musical genres, even incorporating an infectious punk tune in the pilot episode. This highlights their aptitude for infusing the Star Wars universe with fresh and eclectic sounds.

The soundtrack for Ahsoka on Disney Plus is attributed to the three exceptional composers. These composers have become an integral part of the Star Wars universe, and it's evident why. However, one of them had a rather amusing introduction to the franchise, courtesy of George Lucas, the creator of Star Wars.

While their names may not be familiar to many fans, it's highly likely that they have come across the musical genius of Kevin Kiner, as well as his son and daughter, Sean and Deana. Kevin has been composing for Star Wars since the time of the widely referenced The Clone Wars, and he has gained immense recognition from fans for his remarkable scores in that series, as well as Star Wars Rebels. Furthermore, he has also collaborated with Sean and Deana on more recent projects. It's worth mentioning that Kevin has firmly established his position within the series. However, his journey began in a rather hilarious manner.

During the period when Lucas was more closely involved with the franchise, his unique personality shone through during his initial encounter with Kevin.

In an interview with Screen Rant, the 3 Kiners discussed their work on Ahsoka, including a memorable punk track featured in the first episode. When questioned about whether this would have been possible during the time of George Lucas, Sean expressed, "George Lucas is known for his experimental nature, so I'm certain he would have been receptive to it." However, Kevin took the opportunity to share an anecdote about his initial encounter with Lucas. "During our first meeting, or perhaps it was the second, in 2006 or 2007, he actually threw a CD of hip-hop music at me," Kevin recalled. "He expressed an interest in incorporating these sounds into the Clone Wars. Despite being met with disapproval from the rest of the room, when George entered, everyone fell silent, making it my responsibility to convey to him that this was not a favorable idea. That was just his way of doing things."

"I had no choice but to follow his direction and create what he requested," Kevin explained, describing his early experiences on The Clone Wars. "However, I also had another idea up my sleeve that blended the elements of hip-hop beats and rhythms with an orchestral composition. As per his request, I presented him with the first version. It was a peculiar situation because you don't want to execute something that you know isn't ideal and risk losing your job, but when the boss asks, you comply. I refer to it as a 'bad idea,' but he simply had a passion for experimentation."

Star Wars is known for pushing boundaries and following its instincts. The franchise even introduced a transgender clone trooper, despite her being relatively unknown. This suggests that any music genre could be successfully incorporated into the Star Wars universe. Music is universal, after all. Deana, who played various flute parts in Ahsoka's soundtrack, described the process of creating the punk track "Igyah Kuh." Initially, they approached the piece with the intention of making it sound alien and unique. However, they quickly realized that they simply needed to make it a catchy tune.

This song, played during a scene featuring the accident-prone Sabine Wren, is just one example of the exceptional work done by the Kiners for Ahsoka. However, if things had not gone smoothly in that initial meeting, this show and its predecessors could have had a completely different sound. Regardless of what may have been, it appears that the awkwardness was worthwhile.

Ahsoka is available to stream on Disney Plus.

Source: Screen Rant