Balahkay 627 Posted October 15, 2015 Share Posted October 15, 2015 This was a pretty rough year for Williams health wise. He had to cancel all his concerts and Bridge of Spies, but he still stuck with The Force Awakens when he could have easily had someone else finish the score for him while he recovered. That's dedication right there. It seems like he is doing alright now especially since he's been announced to score The BFG. His concert days may be over, but I don't think his film scoring days are. They're already started filming Episode VIII with the bulk of the filming starting in early 2016 and they may have a rough cut for Williams next summer, which wouldn't interfere with any other projects since The BFG will be done by then. If scheduling does become an issue, Williams may opt to do Star Wars. TFA seemed to take priority for him this year, as far as projects go. Bespin 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mverta 15 Posted October 15, 2015 Share Posted October 15, 2015 No I wasn't specifically referring to your post, and I agree, that if given the opportunity, the only "Williams-esque" quality one should retain is the structure. But that's the same structure of virtually all enduring, revered scores. Ultimately, you have to match the tone of the film you're scoring. b) People who barely know my work think all I do is an impression of one of his flavors anyway, which is untrue but something I don't need to be encouraging. If that was a reference to my post above, I can assure you that I know you do other things than Williams pastiche. I just think you do it extremely well -- maybe the best of the composers who've tried it. So if pastiche was a goal of the filmmakers, you'd be one of the hottest go-to guys. I just happen to think that one should strive for a more original voice with its own set of trademarks if and when the time comes that Williams is not able to do it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luke Skywalker 1,795 Posted October 15, 2015 Share Posted October 15, 2015 Romao... i had thought about that joke ever since reading the thread title Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peter.anschutz 43 Posted October 15, 2015 Share Posted October 15, 2015 ... His concert days may be over, but I don't think his film scoring days are. They're already started filming Episode VIII with the bulk of the filming starting in early 2016 and they may have a rough cut for Williams next summer, which wouldn't interfere with any other projects...I'll gladly sacrifice Williams-conducted concerts if it means reserving all his energy for film scores.As for Ep. VIII and beyond, maybe they'll do what the prequels did and track TFA music into VIII and IX so Williams doesn't have to labor so hard. On second thought, let's not do that again... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Koray Savas 2,251 Posted October 16, 2015 Share Posted October 16, 2015 Man, so much ruckus.It's been a rough year for Williams, health-wise. But I'm sure he's in good shape! He'll likely be reducing his scoring obligations. So that probably means TFA will be his last SW score. GOOD!And after JJ Abrams, THIS will likely be the LAST STAR WARS movie EVER!If you speak like you type I think may have a volume control problem. Marian Schedenig 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skyy38 21 Posted October 16, 2015 Share Posted October 16, 2015 Man, so much ruckus.It's been a rough year for Williams, health-wise. But I'm sure he's in good shape! He'll likely be reducing his scoring obligations. So that probably means TFA will be his last SW score. GOOD!And after JJ Abrams, THIS will likely be the LAST STAR WARS movie EVER!If you speak like you type I think may have a volume control problem.And YOU might have a problem ..................................*period*............................................. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#SnowyVernalSpringsEternal 10,265 Posted October 16, 2015 Author Share Posted October 16, 2015 You do NOT insult Koray Savas!Only me and Bloodboal have that privilege Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BloodBoal 7,538 Posted October 16, 2015 Share Posted October 16, 2015 Indeed!Koko is our property! Go find yourself another guy to bully! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#SnowyVernalSpringsEternal 10,265 Posted October 16, 2015 Author Share Posted October 16, 2015 Might I suggest KK.? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BloodBoal 7,538 Posted October 16, 2015 Share Posted October 16, 2015 Seems like a good choice to me! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Damien F 1,742 Posted October 16, 2015 Share Posted October 16, 2015 It will be interesting to see if he does that Philadelphia concert next year, and of course the 2016 Boston Pops. Williams retiring from the Boston Pops would certainly be an end of an era! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bespin 8,481 Posted October 16, 2015 Share Posted October 16, 2015 He will surely conduct 1 or 2 pieces in an eventual farewell concert, don't expect a full concert. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#SnowyVernalSpringsEternal 10,265 Posted October 16, 2015 Author Share Posted October 16, 2015 Guys, don't assume anything just yet Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BloodBoal 7,538 Posted October 16, 2015 Share Posted October 16, 2015 He will surely conduct 1 or 2 pieces in an eventual farewell concertPacemaker And Circumstance Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Bespin 8,481 Posted October 16, 2015 Popular Post Share Posted October 16, 2015 He will surely conduct 1 or 2 pieces in an eventual farewell concertPacemaker And CircumstanceI'm hoping for a selection from Heartbeeps. The Illustrious Jerry, Koray Savas and Incanus 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BloodBoal 7,538 Posted October 16, 2015 Share Posted October 16, 2015 Hehehe... Good one! Bespin 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dixon Hill 4,234 Posted October 16, 2015 Share Posted October 16, 2015 Something something Heartwood pun Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sharkissimo 1,973 Posted October 16, 2015 Share Posted October 16, 2015 Saving that for the "John Williams has ED" thread. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dixon Hill 4,234 Posted October 16, 2015 Share Posted October 16, 2015 LOL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skyy38 21 Posted October 17, 2015 Share Posted October 17, 2015 John Williams has been served.SLOW DOWN!80's in males not something to be taken lightly! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bespin 8,481 Posted October 17, 2015 Share Posted October 17, 2015 I just read that a pacemaker implies to limit movement of the arm on the side that the pacemaker was placed.So I don't want to be dramatical, but the career of John Williams as a conductor is definitely ended.More than this, I've realized that he can die at any time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BloodBoal 7,538 Posted October 17, 2015 Share Posted October 17, 2015 So can anyone! Once 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crumbs 14,314 Posted October 17, 2015 Share Posted October 17, 2015 But he was conducting the latest Star Wars sessions?He's going against his doctor's orders! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BloodBoal 7,538 Posted October 17, 2015 Share Posted October 17, 2015 That's because he's a true artist! He'll die for his art! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crumbs 14,314 Posted October 17, 2015 Share Posted October 17, 2015 Or Conrad Pope had a gun to his head? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unlucky Bastard 7,782 Posted October 17, 2015 Share Posted October 17, 2015 I just read that a pacemaker implies to limit movement of the arm on the side that the pacemaker was placed.So I don't want to be dramatical, but the career of John Williams as a conductor is definitely ended.More than this, I've realized that he can die at any time. Yes because the implantation of a pacemaker is also designed to kill the patient whenever it deems fit to do so. Will Tasker 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BloodBoal 7,538 Posted October 17, 2015 Share Posted October 17, 2015 It's like a time bomb in your heart. You don't know when it'll go off, but it's bound to go off at some point. crumbs 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
publicist 4,643 Posted October 17, 2015 Share Posted October 17, 2015 Preferably at the climax, no? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BloodBoal 7,538 Posted October 17, 2015 Share Posted October 17, 2015 Obviously. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unlucky Bastard 7,782 Posted October 17, 2015 Share Posted October 17, 2015 This will be a severe impediment on his sex life. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crumbs 14,314 Posted October 17, 2015 Share Posted October 17, 2015 In that case, let's hope he doesn't compose any fanfares as "godly bombastic, a highlight of his musical career," like the unreleased alternative Attack of the Clones finale. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Timo Martikainen 127 Posted October 17, 2015 Share Posted October 17, 2015 I just read that a pacemaker implies to limit movement of the arm on the side that the pacemaker was placed.So I don't want to be dramatical, but the career of John Williams as a conductor is definitely ended.More than this, I've realized that he can die at any time. There's many well known conductors who have continued their career after having a pacemaker. Haven't you heard about Riccardo Muti for example? Bespin 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bespin 8,481 Posted October 17, 2015 Share Posted October 17, 2015 I just read that a pacemaker implies to limit movement of the arm on the side that the pacemaker was placed.So I don't want to be dramatical, but the career of John Williams as a conductor is definitely ended.More than this, I've realized that he can die at any time. There's many well known conductors who have continued their career after having a pacemaker. Haven't you heard about Riccardo Muti for example?Good example, although he's younger, but it seems to depends on the heart's force.Can John Williams's doctor join the conversation please? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Gruesome Son of a Bitch 6,488 Posted October 17, 2015 Popular Post Share Posted October 17, 2015 His vital signs are stable. WilliamsStarShip2282, Arpy and Bespin 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unlucky Bastard 7,782 Posted October 17, 2015 Share Posted October 17, 2015 According to Starfleet Medical Log, Borg implants can cause severe skin irritation. Perhaps you'd like an analgesic cream? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gruesome Son of a Bitch 6,488 Posted October 17, 2015 Share Posted October 17, 2015 I swore I'd never use one of these. Computer, activate the RCP program! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unlucky Bastard 7,782 Posted October 18, 2015 Share Posted October 18, 2015 Please state the nature of the musical emergency. Arpy 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KK 3,307 Posted October 18, 2015 Share Posted October 18, 2015 Might I suggest KK.?Seems like a good choice to me! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dixon Hill 4,234 Posted October 18, 2015 Share Posted October 18, 2015 Please state the nature of the musical emergency.20 Ilaiyaraaja's are about to break through that door. We need time to get out of here. Create a diversion! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unlucky Bastard 7,782 Posted October 18, 2015 Share Posted October 18, 2015 This isn't part of my programming. I'm an Aussie, not a doorstop. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wojo 2,453 Posted October 18, 2015 Share Posted October 18, 2015 Today you're a doorstop. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BloodBoal 7,538 Posted October 18, 2015 Share Posted October 18, 2015 Might I suggest KK.?Seems like a good choice to me! You brought this on yourself! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#SnowyVernalSpringsEternal 10,265 Posted October 18, 2015 Author Share Posted October 18, 2015 Both Alvar and I think you are resilient enough to deal with it.Are we wrong? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marian Schedenig 8,193 Posted October 18, 2015 Share Posted October 18, 2015 But is he versatile enough? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gruesome Son of a Bitch 6,488 Posted October 18, 2015 Share Posted October 18, 2015 The first thing they'll do with Star Wars is establish a Trilogy, a central point from which they can control the franchise. The problem is, if they begin firing out too many films, there's a risk that Williams may not be involved. I believe our goal should be to stop the spin-offs. Data? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skyy38 21 Posted October 24, 2015 Share Posted October 24, 2015 I just read that a pacemaker implies to limit movement of the arm on the side that the pacemaker was placed.So I don't want to be dramatical, but the career of John Williams as a conductor is definitely ended.More than this, I've realized that he can die at any time. There's many well known conductors who have continued their career after having a pacemaker. Haven't you heard about Riccardo Muti for example?Good example, although he's younger, but it seems to depends on the heart's force.Can John Williams's doctor join the conversation please? That would mean JW's LEFT side-like MOST of us, who have a heart!But Johnny is a RIGHTIE!!!Do the math! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BloodBoal 7,538 Posted October 24, 2015 Share Posted October 24, 2015 Right + Left = Left + Right - Left + Left = Right + Right + Left - Right - Left + Left = Left + Right - Right + Right + Right - Left - Right +Left = Heart in good condition? Left? I mean, right? I mean, correct? Bespin and Cerebral Cortex 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arpy 4,145 Posted October 24, 2015 Share Posted October 24, 2015 The real question is what does Brian Eno think of John William's Pacemaker? Not Mr. Big 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marian Schedenig 8,193 Posted October 26, 2015 Share Posted October 26, 2015 The real question is what does Brian Eno think of John William's Pacemaker?He composed its bootstrap jingle. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Will Tasker 21 Posted October 27, 2015 Share Posted October 27, 2015 The pacemaker is no longer the "prolonged death sentence" it once was. As recently as the late 80s / early 90s, it was this thing that was put in as an emergency and usually was a last ditch effort to save a person. It also required a great deal more invasive surgery - not that its a small thing to do now, but its simplified quite a bit. Hell, stints in major arteries are now out-patient surgery, taking an operation thats under three hours most of the time.Pacemakers are also not the large devices they once were and some even have an internal defibulator unit, depending on the model and the person's medical situation. People are now living much, much longer with these things. Its no longer a "Itll give them two more years" but more like "This will give them AT LEAST another eight to ten years" (and even then, people are so closely monitored they can often tell when the unit needs to be updated/replaced/etc). Cerebral Cortex 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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