pete

Sunday at 04:30 AM

On 19/04/2024 at 9:37 PM, Naïve Old Fart said:

Berlin? Twice in... what... two years?

And when was the last time you were in London, Mr. Williams?

I'll tell you: July 4th, 1998 (!). I know, I was there!

I was there too! So weird to think that he had only written three Star Wars scores at that time and zero Harry Potter scores. And he performed quite a few pieces he rarely performs or hasn't performed in a long time. The Lost World, JFK Suite, Liberty Fanfare, Celebrate Discovery, The Reivers, The Cowboys Overture, Hell's Kitchen, Tuba Concerto, the spooky river piece from the Born on the 4th of July suite plus the main theme, and The Asteroid Field. And I think it's been a while since he's conducted The Witches of Eastwick.And the Far and Away Suite, it was a while before he performed that again.

And no Superman or The Imperial March! While I loved the variety, those being my first and only to date concerts conducted by the man himself, I would have liked to have heard those!

Williams sure has a lot of pieces to draw from should he wish to vary future concerts up more. And he's still yet to perform anything from the last Star Wars film.

Guitarist Joe Satriani varies his setlists each tour and has something of a rule of thumb for the setlists - quite a lot from his most recent album, fan favorites from his career, and a few pieces he hasn't played live in ages or ever. His live albums - four or five - all feature quite a lot of variety except for about 4 or 5 fan favorites. He has quite a large back catalogue now, but well I don't think any living composer who does concerts has a larger body of work to draw upon than Williams.

Once · Sunday at 04:11 AM

The book is about a group of seniors tackling a murder mystery, so perhaps Williams will be intrigued by the idea of writing for seniors - aside from Indy, along with working with a director again whom he has written some great music for.

Whatever happens, I think I might read the book. I've read and enjoyed quite a few books when it was possible/expected Williams would provide music for their adaptions: Memors of a Geisha (while I was livig in Kyoto and when Spielberg was thinking of directing), Angela's Ashes, Minority Report, The Book Thief, The BFG, and a couple that never eventuated, Ready Player One and Robopocalypse.Most of the other adaptions, I read after the films: Schindler's List, Jurassic Park. and War of the Worlds.. And I think I read the first few Harry Potter books before there was talk of the movies. Maybe! I think just Jaws and Empire of the Sun are the only adaptions I haven't read. - Presumed Innocent as well. Eigar Sanction too. Not really tempted to read those.

Brando · April 18

13 hours ago, bollemanneke said:

No, because he said he was done with films, right? He's done enough, he needs to enjoy the time he has left.

He said recently he's always asking Steven what he's doing next, and he recently said he'd be open to more films if his schedule and interest allows. And he'll keep writing music while he's able to - that is how he enjoys life. I think the only significant thing he said regarding movies was that he would be reluctant to take on a project as big as a Star Wars score - something that requires about 6 months plus of work to a schedule and millions of notes.

But after he said that, he opted to tackle the entire Indy 5 score after initially only signing up to write a few themes. I personally don't feel there's any big change in his working life, except a little less conducting of entire concerts and more international travel for concerts than during most of his 80s. Those international trips seem to be Williams enjoying life - if not more then at least a little differently from his daily routine.

Yavar Moradi · April 12

Actually, I'm not real familair with his horror scores. I think I listened to parts of a few and thought "too scary!" I'll explore more one day when I have more courage.

But I have some favorites. Number one being The Tower, released by Intrada about 100 years ago with a bonus initial release of The Core as a gift from Chris, namely the last track Coeur Hanté - Haunted Heart. It's a total gem. I love The Core too. And some of the dramatic scores listed above.

The Big Kahuna is another faviorite. And The Man Who Knew Too Little - I only have the main theme from one of Varese's anniversary sets.

More dramatic goodness: An Unfinished Life Piano Sketches and To Spain With Love, a concept album, and sorry, but I edited out all the non-musical elements - musicians commenting or laughing if memory serves. I don't need that^

April 10

Both could be true!

artguy360 · April 9

I'm another who hears Williams fine craftmanship and sensibilities all over this. And since I play a little guitar - well, a normal sized guitar a little - I especially like to hear Williams writing for guitar. I certainly have a softspot for Taking Pictures and The Days Between arrangement which features more guitar. In my mind, they're up there with Williams most beautiful pieces. I hope Williams writes a guitar concerto one day. A nice one like Elmer Bernstein's :lovethis: - not a weird one! :nono:

March 31

1 minute ago, Marian Schedenig said:

I imagine you can lower your pledge level to a digital tier and leave your pledge amount as it is.

Unfortunately, there's no digital download tier. The only download is the Complete Nosferatu "Piano Sketches" (lossless audio download), only available at the highest tier - $1,300.

March 31

41 minutes ago, Romão said:

Well, I'm biting the bullet, even if the shipping is a bit steep. I really want this to happen

For some reason I thought "Ships to anywhere in the world" meant free shipping. I really just want a digital download and would rather that shipping cost went to the project. I know that shouldn't stop me contributing.... I'll see how things stand a little closer to the end.

Marian Schedenig · March 30

A friend took me to a bar just outside of Seoul last night - we had both never been there before. Wow, a wall full of soundtrack CDs! A shame the owner wasn't there - I would have liked to have talked to him or her!

Jay · March 28

It must be Mod - short for moderato, an indication of the tempo. Either that or Moo - to play the music as if you were a cow.

Jurassic Shark · March 28

I recall it was a Japanese fan club, and it coincided with Williams visiting and performing in Japan in June 1993

March 23

When I think "re-imagine", I think of something like "The Beatles Reimagined for trumpet, accordian, and two ballet dancers"
For this album, I think the pieces are more faithful arrangements for piano, cello, and flute. But John Williams: Faithful Arrangements doesn't sound as catchy as John Williams: Reimagined. I quite like the title even though "re-imagined" in my mind evokes some avant-garde monstrosity.

As I mentioned above, my jaw dropped when I saw the setlist. For example, I've always longed for music from AI featuring cello after that brief quote on the OST in Stored Memories & Monica's Theme, and I think this could be the arrangenent I've been dreaming about. And I've always loved those more melodic pieces from The River (Growing Up, The Pony Ride, & Young Friends Farewell), so I'm really curious and excited to hear them for these instruments.

Bayesian · March 22

And the Filmmusicreporter post omits the release date, which is August 23

Yavar Moradi · March 22

4 hours ago, JTN said:

You mean Robert Townson?

Oops, yes.

Love this bit:

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During the recording sessions in Los Angeles, John Williams invited the trio to perform a selection of the new arrangements for him privately in his writing studio at Amblin. This was in 2022, during Williams’ 90th birthday year, and he was being celebrated all over the world. Following the performance of “The Face of Pan” from Hook, the composer was very moved. He warmly remarked, "This is one of my best birthday gifts," and gave each of the musicians a hug. Sara, Cécilia and Simone will remember this moment with immense joy and heartfelt gratitude for the rest of their lives.

Yavar Moradi · March 22

6 hours ago, JNHFan2000 said:

Disc 1:
13. The Sugarland Express: Elegy

Robert Townsend's Facebook post has that as the Elegy for Cello and Piano - the piano version of Elegy for Cello and Orchestra

And wow, that track list has me so excited!

March 20

There's a piece called "By The Sea" on the top shelf in the first picture. Anyone ever heard of that before? Sounds a little Jawsy.

And two Heartwoods..... One for a smaller ensemble?

JNHFan2000 · March 19

13 minutes ago, JNHFan2000 said:

Shees... Episode 5 down.

First episode that made me really emotional. The end was truly heartbreaking and quite honestly an almost unbearable gut punch.

It gets better

JNHFan2000 · March 18

18 minutes ago, JNHFan2000 said:

Woow. Episode 3 was fantastic!

It gets better!

Tom Guernsey · March 18

I remember just seeing his name a lot on movie credits at movies and on TV growing up in the 80s - I was born in 1972. I remember noticing the name when I saw Rambo First Blood part 2 in a theater and for many movies on TV: Capricorn One and I think Alien was another one, and there were quite a few more. Maybe Twilight Zone and Gremlins I think as well. Strangely, I don't remember paying extra attention to the music - just that I kept thinking, oh there's that name again. Like all fans my age, Williams brought film music to my attention, so I think that had me noticing composer credits, but all this was in my early teens when I didn't think to buy a soundrack. But I realize I was drawn to instrumental music in a form back then - the long guitar solos of Mark Knofler on the dire straits double live album, and his Going Home piece from Local Hero on the CD, come to mind.

I saw Total Recall (1990) and Medicine Man (1992) in theaters, and it was between those that I bought my first soundtrack - Varese's Star Wars Trilogy and Superman. And back then in Australia, you could rent CDs, and I borrowed Kamen's Robon Hood and fell in love with that. And then I kept seeing Goldsmith's name on CDs so I got more of an idea of his output.

I knew he had written the music for Medicine Man before seeing the movie - I saw it with my mother who was a Sean Connery, and I went into the theater with the intention of paying attention to the music. The Trees piece had me mesmerized, and I bought the CD either that same day or the next one. And that set me on the path! Although I remember thinking most of Star Trek The Motion Picture was weird. Now I know it's just utterly brilliant!

And then while living in the UK between 1997 and 1999, my parents visited, and Jerry Goldsmith gave a talk about The Edge with the director (maybe). And my mum went along as well, and she enjoyed Jerry's anecdotes about the Hollywood stars he mentioned. Hearing him speak, I really felt I was in the presence of a genius. It just occured to me that in the future when my mother is no longer with us, I'll probably associate some of Jerry's music with my memories of her. Damn, I hope that's far into the future!

Thanks GerateWohl for the topic and the resulting trip down memory lane!

JTN · March 17

Is it just me that finds the idea of doing a cameo stranger than not doing a cameo?

MaxMovieMan · March 11

I’m loving it. Each episode seems to “fly by” in what feels like 5 minutes. And I have been enjoying the music more - there have been a few scenes where the music really stood out for me in a good way in recent episodes.

i haven’t seen Band of Brothers since it was released, so it’s been a while but I really think the quality is similar.

JTN · March 10

54 minutes ago, JTN said:

Maybe it was a micro second after JG slapped him, calling him “such a snob”.

Ha, I was thinking the exact same thing! Jerry had quite a good right hook!

March 10

2 hours ago, Mephariel said:

So Zimmer finally acknowledges two of his most beloved scores from the late 90s:

Does Zimmer have a lot of involvement with those shows? I'm guessing he perhaps approves or prepares arrangements? I noticed the wind soloist is in his usual touring band and perfomed on Dune and probably many other scores. His name escapes me for now - found it Pedro Eustache. Anyway, it's nice to see some more variety in these shows!

I found the answer!

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Is Hans Zimmer involved with the show: Yes, Hans Zimmer curated the musical set list and oversaw the artistic development. It is particular noteworthy that all musical arrangements have been newly conceived especially for this concert tour.

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“My aspiration with this new show is to preserve the culture of the orchestra and allow audiences to rediscover the unique facets of orchestral music. There are many background stories I would love to tell and long-time companions and friends I would like to introduce.” Hans

Chen G. · March 9

On 07/03/2024 at 2:41 PM, JTN said:

“Over the nine “Star Wars” films he scored, Williams has written 45 identifiable, recurring themes — or so he’s been told by fans. (“It’s hard to believe, but I imagine people are seriously counting.”)”

😂

Wait, there are people who haven't tried counting the themes and motives? Wow.

Steve · March 8

I have no idea, except that it sounds like BS

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