Popular Post PetePan 163 Posted October 25, 2018 Popular Post Share Posted October 25, 2018 John Williams appearing as a kind of Star Wars hologram from his hospital bed... Biodome, Delgibbons, Chewy and 1 other 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Holko 9,516 Posted October 25, 2018 Popular Post Share Posted October 25, 2018 Conducting Imperial March through Skype! bollemanneke, Delgibbons, Will and 2 others 2 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quintus 5,399 Posted October 25, 2018 Share Posted October 25, 2018 Help me Dirk Brossé, you're my only hope. Will and The Illustrious Jerry 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bespin 8,480 Posted October 25, 2018 Share Posted October 25, 2018 I will try to listen to the live broadcast. Of course, the emotion will be at his highest level. Will 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Cerebral Cortex 3,357 Posted October 25, 2018 Popular Post Share Posted October 25, 2018 29 minutes ago, tannhauser said: Nice article https://www.royalalberthall.com/about-the-hall/news/2018/october/celebrating-john-williams-with-the-london-symphony-orchestra-and-dirk-brosse/ Wonder what the "something special" is? I suspect they are alluding to this: 19 hours ago, Cerebral Cortex said: I have it on good authority that they plan to have a life size cardboard cutout of Williams in the main lobby for everyone to take pictures with after the concert. 1 The Illustrious Jerry, Delgibbons and Not Mr. Big 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bespin 8,480 Posted October 25, 2018 Share Posted October 25, 2018 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
St0rMl0rD 155 Posted October 25, 2018 Share Posted October 25, 2018 Probably a video message from John. Unfortunately, the Vienna concert next Saturday was likely the only chance to see my favorite composer in person (being a composer myself), completely devastated. And since I got non-refundable tickets to Vienna and the hotel as well, I am still going. Might as well make a day out of it at least. So devastating. Hope John feels better very soon, and that everyone tomorrow has the most amazing time! Taikomochi, karelm, Jonny and 1 other 2 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leeallen01 2,135 Posted October 25, 2018 Share Posted October 25, 2018 I think the special thing they are refering to is just the quality of the concert, not anything specific. I was thinking that what if John actually shows up just to watch or even conduct 1 piece as the encore. Although it would be amazing, it would be a kick in the teeth to those who cancelled because of money and long travel times etc. So if Williams is able to make an appearance, it would probably be worse for some if he did. Will 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bespin 8,480 Posted October 25, 2018 Share Posted October 25, 2018 16 minutes ago, leeallen01 said: I think the special thing they are refering to is just the quality of the concert, not anything specific. I was thinking that what if John actually shows up just to watch or even conduct 1 piece as the encore. Although it would be amazing, it would be a kick in the teeth to those who cancelled because of money and long travel times etc. So if Williams is able to make an appearance, it would probably be worse for some if he did. You seriously expect that he can "show" up in the flesh at the concert? I talked about insurances in one of my last post, you surely missed that one! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Delgibbons 61 Posted October 25, 2018 Share Posted October 25, 2018 1 hour ago, Cerebral Cortex said: I suspect they are alluding to this: I heard it was steven spielberg on a unicycle 😂 3 hours ago, PetePan said: Wow, we are at Stalls O, row 6. 2/3 of this row (and row 7 and 9) are vacant now. Enough leg space I would say...😁 Im stalls g2 near the stage. Fancy upgrading to a box now though 😂😂😂😂 PetePan 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post The Illustrious Jerry 3,356 Posted October 25, 2018 Popular Post Share Posted October 25, 2018 A surprise at the concert? I'd put my money on a Darth Maul cameo. crumbs, Delgibbons, Bespin and 1 other 1 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Delgibbons 61 Posted October 25, 2018 Share Posted October 25, 2018 3 minutes ago, The Illustrious Jerry said: A surprise at the concert? I'd put my money on a Darth Maul cameo. Or Jar Jar bloody Binks.... bollemanneke 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chewy 2,388 Posted October 25, 2018 Share Posted October 25, 2018 58 minutes ago, St0rMl0rD said: Probably a video message from John. Would be more than enough for me, just to hear his sweet voice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#SnowyVernalSpringsEternal 10,265 Posted October 25, 2018 Share Posted October 25, 2018 Hopefully the sound of the respirator won't drown him out. fommes and Bespin 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Delgibbons 61 Posted October 25, 2018 Share Posted October 25, 2018 5 minutes ago, Stefancos said: Hopefully the sound of the respirator won't drown him out. Ouch Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bollemanneke 3,342 Posted October 25, 2018 Share Posted October 25, 2018 27 minutes ago, Delgibbons said: Or Jar Jar bloody Binks.... People might start destroying seats if that happened. JW dropping out and then Binks showing up would be too much. Delgibbons 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JWFanWales 1 Posted October 25, 2018 Share Posted October 25, 2018 1 hour ago, leeallen01 said: I think the special thing they are refering to is just the quality of the concert, not anything specific. I was thinking that what if John actually shows up just to watch or even conduct 1 piece as the encore. Although it would be amazing, it would be a kick in the teeth to those who cancelled because of money and long travel times etc. So if Williams is able to make an appearance, it would probably be worse for some if he did. If he's out of hospital I'm thinking he will at least walk on stage and wave. If he performs, can people who cancelled sue the venue? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leeallen01 2,135 Posted October 25, 2018 Share Posted October 25, 2018 1 minute ago, JWFanWales said: If he's out of hospital I'm thinking he will at least walk on stage and wave. If he performs, can people who cancelled sue the venue? I bloody would. bollemanneke 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bespin 8,480 Posted October 25, 2018 Share Posted October 25, 2018 JWfan delirium... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leeallen01 2,135 Posted October 25, 2018 Share Posted October 25, 2018 1 hour ago, Bespin said: You seriously expect that he can "show" up in the flesh at the concert? I talked about insurances in one of my last post, you surely missed that one! No, not really, but I do have a horrible feeling that for the people that aren't going because of his cancellation, will then be utterly destroyed if he did show up for anything at all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#SnowyVernalSpringsEternal 10,265 Posted October 25, 2018 Share Posted October 25, 2018 He's in hospital! Bespin 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leeallen01 2,135 Posted October 25, 2018 Share Posted October 25, 2018 I just assumed he would be out now. Not trying to be inappropriate or disrespectful, I'm just a terrified idiot hoping that my decision to cancel this afternoon, after long consideration, doesn't bite me back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JWFanWales 1 Posted October 25, 2018 Share Posted October 25, 2018 Why cancel? Anyone know if JJ Abrams is in the UK or filming in the desert? Spielberg in the UK? Delgibbons 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Delgibbons 61 Posted October 25, 2018 Share Posted October 25, 2018 I now also have a box ticket. Box first half stalls second half. Why the hell not. 😁 1 minute ago, JWFanWales said: Why cancel? Anyone know if JJ Abrams is in the UK or filming in the desert? Spielberg in the UK? He is ill in hospital. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kühni 485 Posted October 25, 2018 Share Posted October 25, 2018 . Holko and Delgibbons 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Illustrious Jerry 3,356 Posted October 25, 2018 Share Posted October 25, 2018 3 minutes ago, JWFanWales said: Why cancel? Anyone know if JJ Abrams is in the UK or filming in the desert? Spielberg in the UK? I think JJ is in Jordan right now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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scc 8 Posted October 25, 2018 Share Posted October 25, 2018 On 10/24/2018 at 12:20 AM, Jay said: Thanks for posting this! I've already seen JW perform all these before, but I'm still excited as hell for this show! What - not indiana jones!??? or Ryan????? What the hey!!!! 😉 I just got tickets cos in fact, I am very keen to hear JW's work performed by the quintessential LSO and the conductor who JW hand picked to perform his work. i think this is going to be amazing and everyone who is going, is going to have an amazing night. John - you will me missed, but not forgotten. Get well soon. We dont care how long it takes. I DONT KNOW WHO IS STILL READING THIS THREAD - BUT PLEASE TELL ME THE SIGNED CARD AT THE PRE SHOW MEET UP IS HAPPENING. Cos it needs to happen. And will be a massive deal/impact. And should happen. And just do it. And raise a glass at the venue to Mr W. I AM PRACTICING MY WILD SIGNALS RIGHT NOW TO SING ALONG WITH YOU ALL!!! Jonny and The Illustrious Jerry 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Delgibbons 61 Posted October 25, 2018 Share Posted October 25, 2018 If i turn up at a bunch of London hospitals and find him do you reckon he'll sign my orchestral scores? 😂🤘 The Illustrious Jerry and apples 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davefg 29 Posted October 25, 2018 Share Posted October 25, 2018 https://tickets.royalalberthall.com/syos/performance/60089 Plenty of tickets available now... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GlastoEls 560 Posted October 25, 2018 Share Posted October 25, 2018 Still feeling excited tonight - not as much as I would have been, but up there with Giacchino's 50th, and a couple other Williams nights I've seen at the RAH over the years. Of course, this was going be THE one - my wife and I had been joking over the months saying 'how much would it take for you to part with those golden tickets' and we got to about a hypothetical £10,000 per ticket before I could bear it! Here's hoping he gets well soon of course, and maybe reschedules for down the line, if that's something he wishes to do. Delgibbons 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bollemanneke 3,342 Posted October 25, 2018 Share Posted October 25, 2018 But if he does reschedule, what do you think they'd play? Not tomorrow's programme surely? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tmarps 217 Posted October 25, 2018 Share Posted October 25, 2018 I don’t think there would ever be a rescheduling - I strongly believe Mr Williams will be put off of travelling outside the US for life. Which is very saddening but understandable given his grand age Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GlastoEls 560 Posted October 25, 2018 Share Posted October 25, 2018 3 minutes ago, tmarps said: I don’t think there would ever be a rescheduling - I strongly believe Mr Williams will be put off of travelling outside the US for life. Which is very saddening but understandable given his grand age I just hope he's healthy and happy, and behind that, composing, and behind that, coming to entertain us in London IF he's able and willing! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post tmarps 217 Posted October 26, 2018 Popular Post Share Posted October 26, 2018 Unlike many of you on this forum, it will be my first time listening to the music of John Williams performed live in concert. As I begin my 6 hour journey to London, I feel slightly melancholic due to the lack of the Maestro, but find comfort in the idea that I will hear his own handiwork, his own spirit and musical language in the most crystal and uplifting way; the way music was meant to be listened to. The added bonus that is the London Symphony Orchestra is a fine one, having never seen the prestigious orchestra perform before. What better introduction to them than 2 hours of wonderful, emotional music. As well as this, any excuse to visit the Royal Albert Hall is a good enough one for me, so what was going to be a historic concert in such a historic venue makes up for the fact that this is now just another concert in the historic venue. But I still dream. Time alone on public transport allows one to drift their mind to beautiful places. The dream of a surprise appearance from Williams to conduct The Imperial March seems further away than it ever did. In my head I imagine scenario after scenario: glancing up to see Williams in one of the boxes, his big trademark glasses and turtleneck, bopping his head to the adventurous rhythms of Adventures on Earth, a small, despondent smile etched across his face; Williams making a sudden appearance at the end of the concert to slowly but triumphantly wave to his fans, basking in the appreciation for his musical soul; or even Williams conducting one piece, just one: “The Imperial March”, a short but powerful and resonant piece with easy, steady 4/4 time. But as much as I dream (like I am sure many others are doing who are tenaciously travelling today with their heads held high), I must come back down to reality at some point, understanding and coming to terms with the fact that I will never see my musical hero in the flesh. But how I long to applaud him while we can still lock eyes, to show him how much emotional impact he has had on my life, and on everybody else’s there tonight. Not only because his music is so rich and delicate, but because of the humble man that he is, and my desire, among many, to show how he needn’t be so humble, and show him how far around the world the pencil etching the score in his home in Los Angeles can be heard. I still will look forward to this evening very much, a night of warmth, character and delicious music. Among others, I wish Mr Williams a speedy recovery, and as he recovers I will be reminiscing on the time I was telling my friends I was going to see John Williams - composer - conductor - hero. I encourage many others to share their travelling thoughts today, as I will listen closely to the forum to maximise my enjoyment of the concert. See you guys there. Quintus, Bofur01, toothless and 13 others 15 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ciarlese 248 Posted October 26, 2018 Share Posted October 26, 2018 Fyi, RAH is offering £15 voucher per ticket to those who are not canceling but are disappointed. You need to call them by phone. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PetePan 163 Posted October 26, 2018 Share Posted October 26, 2018 6 minutes ago, ciarlese said: Fyi, RAH is offering £15 voucher per ticket to those who are not canceling but are disappointed. You need to call them by phone. Beer vouchers? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tannhauser 101 Posted October 26, 2018 Share Posted October 26, 2018 No, only redeemable for concerts. I've got a refund on my tickets, and purchased new ones at half the price. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bespin 8,480 Posted October 26, 2018 Share Posted October 26, 2018 I read some of you wrote about that airplane long trip to Europe that was, after all, for JW maybe an error, because of the stress and fatigue it represent.. and imagine for a man of 86 yo. We had exacly the same concerns when Aznavour returned home from concerts in Japan. From France, it’s still many many hours of airplane, for a man that had difficulties to walk, at 94 yo. Aznavour returned in his residence in south of France, and not directly to his home with his family in Switerzland. He died alone in his bathroom, his buttler found him the last morning. After all, we all pointed out this Japan trip to have been the cause of that very sudden death... Now sorry I don’t want to be pessimist... but I really hope JW could go home in California and recover fast from the illness he has. It’s all that I wish. Really. Have a great concert tonight, we´ll send positive energy to the maestro! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tmarps 217 Posted October 26, 2018 Share Posted October 26, 2018 There will be 3 encores tonight! And a piece at the beginning not listed on the programme! Let’s speculate! ... I have reason to believe the first piece performed tonight will be the Star Wars Main Title - which is quite thrilling! Holko and Will 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tannhauser 101 Posted October 26, 2018 Share Posted October 26, 2018 I think you're right. Zooming in it looks like Star Wars Suite Main Title at the top Three encores are clearly marked - I think it's The Shark Theme from Jaws, another Star Wars, probably Leia's theme, and Raiders March to finish? Will 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DarrenCarnall 18 Posted October 26, 2018 Share Posted October 26, 2018 Since I had to cancel this concert and pull out of this trip from Liverpool (wife's dad is sick in hospital so I said I'd stay at home in case she needed me - although literally as soon as I got the refund he started getting better) - but yeah since I had to cancel I'm not sure why I'm still here reading all these updates. They're already killing me seeing what else is going to be played and imagining how great the atmosphere is going to be. 5,000 fans all together listening to the LSO while JW recovers not too far away. Arrghhhh these posts over the next 24 hours are going to rip my heart out I know it lol. Delgibbons 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bollemanneke 3,342 Posted October 26, 2018 Share Posted October 26, 2018 Deep breaths and listen to Classic FM tonight. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DarrenCarnall 18 Posted October 26, 2018 Share Posted October 26, 2018 yeah I've already set that up to record. And I know I'll enjoy it but... not the same as being in the RAH with so many like minded people listening to all those amazing musicians. I swear if Spielberg or Lucas turns up to do a little speech I'll throw things 😂 Delgibbons 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Delgibbons 61 Posted October 26, 2018 Share Posted October 26, 2018 7 minutes ago, DarrenCarnall said: yeah I've already set that up to record. And I know I'll enjoy it but... not the same as being in the RAH with so many like minded people listening to all those amazing musicians. I swear if Spielberg or Lucas turns up to do a little speech I'll throw things 😂 Giacchino's 50th at the RAH was insane! So many famous guests appeared on stage. Even one of the muppets did a song 😂😂😂😂 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tmarps 217 Posted October 26, 2018 Share Posted October 26, 2018 1 hour ago, tannhauser said: I think you're right. Zooming in it looks like Star Wars Suite Main Title at the top Three encores are clearly marked - I think it's The Shark Theme from Jaws, another Star Wars, probably Leia's theme, and Raiders March to finish? The Shark Theme! Of course! Was trying to work out what it might’ve been. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bofur01 245 Posted October 26, 2018 Share Posted October 26, 2018 Where in the photo are you looking? Sorry, can’t see it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DarrenCarnall 18 Posted October 26, 2018 Share Posted October 26, 2018 26 minutes ago, Delgibbons said: Giacchino's 50th at the RAH was insane! So many famous guests appeared on stage. Even one of the muppets did a song 😂😂😂😂 Gonzo made me full on CRY at that concert! And I managed to get my Force Awakens print signed by JJ afterwards, and get one done by Adam Savage who I just adore.. so yeah that gig was fantastic for me! Delgibbons 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrbellamy 6,278 Posted October 26, 2018 Share Posted October 26, 2018 10 minutes ago, Bofur01 said: Where in the photo are you looking? Sorry, can’t see it The stand peeking out on the right. Bofur01 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Delgibbons 61 Posted October 26, 2018 Share Posted October 26, 2018 3 minutes ago, DarrenCarnall said: Gonzo made me full on CRY at that concert! And I managed to get my Force Awakens print signed by JJ afterwards, and get one done by Adam Savage who I just adore.. so yeah that gig was fantastic for me! Brilliant wasn't it. James Newton Howard was excellent too. That pretty woman "he sleeps" cue always gets me. One of those ones I wish they would release already! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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