Jay 37,267 Posted May 16, 2016 Share Posted May 16, 2016 Sounded just like the CD. Only difference I noticed was the extension of Finn's Theme Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrbellamy 6,270 Posted May 16, 2016 Share Posted May 16, 2016 Thanks for these write-ups, Jay! Sounds like a great concert. Definitely going to listen to that broadcast this Saturday. So did you record all of Williams' interludes? Can you upload the audio? Love all those comments, and it does sound like he's ready for 8, the fact that he kept jumping back to talking about Rey is hilarious. His "I don't know if I can" hesitation may simply be him being cautious about making promises ("I'll try!") Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jay 37,267 Posted May 16, 2016 Share Posted May 16, 2016 Yea, I think that he might be in the phase of his career where he doesn't really commit to anything until right before he has to begin working on it, but barring any health or random other concerns, it sure seems to me like he's doing it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crumbs 14,287 Posted May 17, 2016 Share Posted May 17, 2016 It's similar to his comment on the Bluray featurette, where he amusingly conceded he doesn't "know how many more of these I can do!" I think he's just being realistic about his health and doesn't see the logic in committing to projects a year in advance (especially considering what happened to him while writing TFA). None of his comments about VIII strike me as JW being disinterested in writing Star Wars music any longer; rather, trepidation about whether he will be capable of writing the huge volume of complex, symphonic music these films require. Judging by the write-ups of this concert though, he's lost no spring in his step, so it's a great sign of things to come! He certainly seems to be thinking about what to write next for Rey and Luke. I'm glad Luke and Leia is still fresh in his mind, such an elegant and stately theme that was sadly underused in ROTJ. Hopefully the theme will re-appear in VIII if there's a reunion between brother and sister. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Incanus 5,713 Posted May 17, 2016 Share Posted May 17, 2016 Thank you for that terrific report Jason! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SilverTrumpet 638 Posted May 17, 2016 Share Posted May 17, 2016 9 hours ago, crumbs said: I'm glad Luke and Leia is still fresh in his mind, such an elegant and stately theme that was sadly underused in ROTJ. Hopefully the theme will re-appear in VIII if there's a reunion between brother and sister. This was my #1 takeaway from the report! Even before all this speculation on if he'll do the next movie based on his recent comments, I was wondering if he even remembered Luke and Leia. I was a bit surprised when it was completely absent from Revenge of the Sith. It seemed like the perfect opportunity to bring it back but Williams was solely focused on Leia's theme. I think this bit more than anything else proves he's emotionally invested in this new movie and already scoring in his head. December 2017 isn't exactly around the corner so there's still a lot of time, and it makes sense that he wouldn't want to commit, but I would be surprised if he wasn't back for Episode VIII (and profoundly disappointed, considering how rich and inspired TFA's score was) but hey, whatchugonnado? Gotta wait with bated breath. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#SnowyVernalSpringsEternal 10,265 Posted May 17, 2016 Share Posted May 17, 2016 Williams stated both Luke and Leia's themes during the end of ROTS. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jay 37,267 Posted May 17, 2016 Share Posted May 17, 2016 Yea, I mean he practically tells us he's already coming up with new music for Rey in his head, so it seems pretty clear to me at this point he wants to do it! Maybe he just wants to meet with Rian Johnson and/or see a rough cut of the film before signing on the dotted line, and that won't happen till Rian flies to the US for post-production I imagine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#SnowyVernalSpringsEternal 10,265 Posted May 17, 2016 Share Posted May 17, 2016 I'm guessing his health will be the most important factor Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Jay 37,267 Posted May 17, 2016 Popular Post Share Posted May 17, 2016 Yea, which reminds me, I didn't talk about that: From what I could tell, John Williams is in the best shape I've seen him in a long time!! He walked to and from the conducting stand without much assistance at all (maybe putting his hand on a chair once or twice), and seemed quite peppy, happy, and energetic the whole time. I think the pacemaker really improved things for him! He did have a handkerchief in his pocket that he used throughout the entire night to wipe his nose, but I think thats a common thing with the older folks, I doubt its anything to be concerned about. And his voice sounded better when talking than it did the last time, he didn't sound under the weather at all, despite the constant nose-wiping. I'd honestly say he seems to be in completely excellent health from my point of view! Damien F, mrbellamy, crumbs and 4 others 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Romão 2,274 Posted May 17, 2016 Share Posted May 17, 2016 1 hour ago, Stefancos said: Williams stated both Luke and Leia's themes during the end of ROTS. But not "Luke and Leia". Which makes sense, since that theme represents a stage in their relationship that was not reached up until ROTJ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#SnowyVernalSpringsEternal 10,265 Posted May 17, 2016 Share Posted May 17, 2016 I agree. Also, the theme probably isnt as well known as either, since it wasn't used much in ROTJ at all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jay 37,267 Posted May 17, 2016 Share Posted May 17, 2016 It's been a concert staple for years, though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#SnowyVernalSpringsEternal 10,265 Posted May 17, 2016 Share Posted May 17, 2016 Yes, he played it in 2013 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Romão 2,274 Posted May 17, 2016 Share Posted May 17, 2016 I'm sure he'll quote it somewhere in Episode VIII Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Not Mr. Big 4,639 Posted May 17, 2016 Share Posted May 17, 2016 He already did in TFA Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#SnowyVernalSpringsEternal 10,265 Posted May 17, 2016 Share Posted May 17, 2016 Yes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jay 37,267 Posted May 17, 2016 Share Posted May 17, 2016 Luke & Leia's Theme in TFA? Where? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrbellamy 6,270 Posted May 17, 2016 Share Posted May 17, 2016 I think they mean at the beginning of "Girl With the Staff". I still don't buy that, I hear the similarity but I think it's about as intentional as Cinque's Theme to Battle of the Heroes, and only slightly more relevant. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Not Mr. Big 4,639 Posted May 17, 2016 Share Posted May 17, 2016 Just now, mrbellamy said: but I think it's about as intentional as Cinque's Theme to Battle of the Heroes That one was intentional too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrbellamy 6,270 Posted May 17, 2016 Share Posted May 17, 2016 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nightscape94 965 Posted May 18, 2016 Share Posted May 18, 2016 Cool report Jay, thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jay 37,267 Posted May 18, 2016 Share Posted May 18, 2016 Hey thanks Think you'll come to Boston next year if he keeps doing the shows? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Will 2,215 Posted May 18, 2016 Share Posted May 18, 2016 Thanks so much for the concert review Jason! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jay 37,267 Posted May 18, 2016 Share Posted May 18, 2016 No problem. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JacksonElmore 69 Posted May 19, 2016 Share Posted May 19, 2016 is someone going to be able to record the airing of this on wgbh and upload it for download? I was there, and would love to be able to listen to it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nightscape94 965 Posted May 19, 2016 Share Posted May 19, 2016 23 hours ago, Jay said: Think you'll come to Boston next year if he keeps doing the shows? That plan is in the back of my mind! This second-half conducting suits him a bit better nowadays, so if he can do at least that then I'm on board for maybe one more. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jay 37,267 Posted May 19, 2016 Share Posted May 19, 2016 Cool! And I likewise would considering traveling to Philly next year to see him conduct in another place (so far I've seen him conduct at Symphony Hall, Tanglewood, and Hollywood Bowl) - of course, he doesn't do any city annually like he does Boston and LA so who knows when Philly could happen again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crumbs 14,287 Posted May 19, 2016 Share Posted May 19, 2016 Will Saturday night's broadcast be available as a podcast or only live? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post rpvee 805 Posted May 19, 2016 Popular Post Share Posted May 19, 2016 Well, after getting Jedi signed at the Friday night concert, I now have all three autographed! crumbs, Jay, Bellosh and 2 others 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#SnowyVernalSpringsEternal 10,265 Posted May 19, 2016 Share Posted May 19, 2016 Very cool! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jay 37,267 Posted May 19, 2016 Share Posted May 19, 2016 Good job! (Why would you watermark your image with your screen name?) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rpvee 805 Posted May 19, 2016 Share Posted May 19, 2016 Just now, Jay said: Good job! (Why would you watermark your image with your screen name?) Thanks! As for the tagging, the internet can be a sketchy place. Didn't want to risk any random person browsing the public forum stealing the picture for a fake ebay listing or something like that. JacksonElmore 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Will 2,215 Posted May 19, 2016 Share Posted May 19, 2016 20 hours ago, JacksonElmore said: is someone going to be able to record the airing of this on wgbh and upload it for download? I was there, and would love to be able to listen to it 7 hours ago, crumbs said: Will Saturday night's broadcast be available as a podcast or only live? Typically it is available on-demand on the WGBH website. But there's no guarantee that will be the case this year, although it seems likely. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nightscape94 965 Posted May 20, 2016 Share Posted May 20, 2016 13 hours ago, Jay said: ...of course, he doesn't do any city annually like he does Boston and LA so who knows when Philly could happen again. First time he was here since 2003, so, probably not in the cards. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jay 37,267 Posted May 20, 2016 Share Posted May 20, 2016 D'oh! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joni Wiljami 1,206 Posted May 21, 2016 Share Posted May 21, 2016 I'll have to do this soon(seeing Johnny live). He seems to be in good shape now but that won't last forever... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#SnowyVernalSpringsEternal 10,265 Posted May 21, 2016 Share Posted May 21, 2016 Yes! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crumbs 14,287 Posted May 21, 2016 Share Posted May 21, 2016 On 19/05/2016 at 7:55 AM, Bill said: Typically it is available on-demand on the WGBH website. But there's no guarantee that will be the case this year, although it seems likely. Can anyone with recording software please record the broadcast, if at all possible? It's in the middle of the night in Australian time and I need to sleep! ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aj_vader 533 Posted May 21, 2016 Share Posted May 21, 2016 I'm going to miss this too! Is it usually on demand later on like BBC Radio? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Mari 279 Posted May 21, 2016 Popular Post Share Posted May 21, 2016 Here's a new interview posted on the WGBH website and is also available on Soundcloud (The first 21 minutes contain the JW section): Some items covered: Daisy Ridley, Anthony Hopkins, Jerry Goldsmith According to the interviewer Brian McCreath, the concert will be available on demand after it is broadcast. Loert, TownerFan, Will and 1 other 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miguel Andrade 1,260 Posted May 21, 2016 Share Posted May 21, 2016 Concerts are usually on demand but at a lower bitrate. In Portugal it's also in the middle of the night, though that never stopped me of listening to it - despite having kids and work and so on... after so many of this, I guess the body just gets used to sleep privation Ricard 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nightscape94 965 Posted May 21, 2016 Share Posted May 21, 2016 3 hours ago, Mari said: Here's a new interview posted on the WGBH website and is also available on Soundcloud (The first 21 minutes contain the JW section): Some items covered: Daisy Ridley, Daisy Ridley, Daisy Ridley, Anthony Hopkins, Jerry Goldsmith Fixed. His comment about his father was rather interesting. Mari 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Loert 2,509 Posted May 21, 2016 Share Posted May 21, 2016 A new Williams interview, a new word learnt: bucolic adjective bu·col·ic \byü-ˈkä-lik\ Simple Definition of bucolic : of or relating to the country or country life Bespin 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jilal 569 Posted May 21, 2016 Share Posted May 21, 2016 Are you an illiterate? Read some Vergil! Tityre tu patulae recubans ... 1 hour ago, Miguel Andrade said: Concerts are usually on demand but at a lower bitrate. In Portugal it's also in the middle of the night, though that never stopped me of listening to it - despite having kids and work and so on... after so many of this, I guess the body just gets used to sleep privation The concert's broadcast is due 2 AM our time, right? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Loert 2,509 Posted May 21, 2016 Share Posted May 21, 2016 Hey, I live in the city, I've never had the need to use the word "bucolic" before! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miguel Andrade 1,260 Posted May 21, 2016 Share Posted May 21, 2016 1 hour ago, Jilal said: Are you an illiterate? Read some Vergil! Tityre tu patulae recubans ... The concert's broadcast is due 2 AM our time, right? 1 AM Lisbon time... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jilal 569 Posted May 21, 2016 Share Posted May 21, 2016 Oh, I'm sorry. 2 AM my time, 1 AM your time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miguel Andrade 1,260 Posted May 21, 2016 Share Posted May 21, 2016 The bottom line is that it is always in the middle of the night for us Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jilal 569 Posted May 22, 2016 Share Posted May 22, 2016 Whoa. Wonderful performance of Ben-Hur! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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