crumbs 14,319 Posted October 26, 2019 Share Posted October 26, 2019 I wonder what Star Wars anecdote John will use one he's done with TROS. The recent ones don't really apply. Maybe something funny happened during TROS that he can share instead? Fabulin and apples 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Faleel 5,359 Posted October 26, 2019 Share Posted October 26, 2019 "I almost fired JJ, it was hilarious!" apples 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
handz 39 Posted October 26, 2019 Share Posted October 26, 2019 So, I somewhat managed to get tickets for JW again, although it was much more easier last time and I got better seats, I had seats for Saturday reserved in my basket and just waiting for 9AM, then the site collapsed, I did managed to pay them after a crazy long loading times but then they emailed me that the transactions wasnt completed, but money were transferred to their account, so I emailed them and they call me offering similar tickets for Sunday, well, what can I do, it is the last and only chance to finally see the Maestro, so I took them, oof. But it was close! Anyway, now for the more hardcore part, how to get Autograph of JW in Vienna? We will be in Vienna since Saturday so there will be plenty of time, I would not mind to wait before the Hotel for him all day (yes I am crazy, but this is my dream for 25 years to meet him eve just for few seconds) Is there any skilled autograph hunter who would help me? thank you Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Biodome 714 Posted October 26, 2019 Popular Post Share Posted October 26, 2019 12 minutes ago, handz said: Anyway, now for the more hardcore part, how to get Autograph of JW in Vienna? We will be in Vienna since Saturday so there will be plenty of time, I would not mind to wait before the Hotel for him all day (yes I am crazy, but this is my dream for 25 years to meet him eve just for few seconds) Is there any skilled autograph hunter who would help me? Let John be in peace. Going to his hotel and standing by the door would be insanely rude. Just be thankful that he's coming to Europe after 25 years, despite facing health issues and jet lag. Fabulin, crumbs, St0rMl0rD and 2 others 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fabulin 3,514 Posted October 26, 2019 Share Posted October 26, 2019 17 minutes ago, handz said: Anyway, now for the more hardcore part, how to get Autograph of JW in Vienna? We will be in Vienna since Saturday so there will be plenty of time, I would not mind to wait before the Hotel for him all day (yes I am crazy, but this is my dream for 25 years to meet him eve just for few seconds) Is there any skilled autograph hunter who would help me? thank you Do not disturb old master's peace with your pursuit of trinkets. Leave him alone. That's what a real fan would do. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
handz 39 Posted October 26, 2019 Share Posted October 26, 2019 30 minutes ago, Biodome said: Let John be in peace. Going to his hotel and standing by the door would be insanely rude. Just be thankful that he's coming to Europe after 25 years, despite facing health issues and jet lag. What is rude about this? I am not crazy Beatles fan, just wanna politely ask for Autograph, I am not going to run to him screaming. Ppl in the US asking him for autograph s at Tanglewood etc all the time. He is not a diva. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Biodome 714 Posted October 26, 2019 Share Posted October 26, 2019 1 hour ago, handz said: What is rude about this? I am not crazy Beatles fan, just wanna politely ask for Autograph, I am not going to run to him screaming. Ppl in the US asking him for autograph s at Tanglewood etc all the time. He is not a diva. I don't think you'll have the opportunity to do it in a civilized manner. Due to the practice of professional autograph hunting, there will likely be hordes of people waiting both outside the hall, and outside of his hotel. I've seen that with Joe Hisaishi this year - the poor man was in the middle of a huge shouting crowd, with his bodyguards struggling to get him to his car. And he isn't even that popular of a composer, unlike Williams. apples and Fabulin 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
handz 39 Posted October 26, 2019 Share Posted October 26, 2019 1 minute ago, Biodome said: I don't think you'll have the opportunity to do it in a civilized manner. Due to the practice of professional autograph hunting, there will likely be hordes of people waiting both outside the hall, and outside of his hotel. I've seen that with Joe Hishaishi this year - the poor man was in the middle of a huge shouting crowd, with his bodyguards struggling to get him to his car. And he isn't even that popular of a composer, unlike Williams. He will have bodyguards?! I concur, Hishaishi probably have much more fanatic, young anime fans around him than good old JW. I saw a tons of youtube videos where he normally sign tons of autographs for ppl and it was in the US (where attacks of crazy fans would be more likable) and there wasnt any bodyguards or stress around it, I doubt that in Vienna the situation will be too crazy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Biodome 714 Posted October 26, 2019 Share Posted October 26, 2019 8 minutes ago, handz said: He will have bodyguards?! I concur, Hishaishi probably have much more fanatic, young anime fans around him than good old JW. I think you misunderstood me. Hisaishi isn't as popular as Williams. And my point is that the most agressive members of the crowd aren't fans at all. They were in suits, holding several posters and pictures with cardboards and sharpies, and were constantly and barbarically pushing towards the composer. The actual fans and cosplayers realized that there was no way to approach Hisaishi in such a chaos, and were calmly standing outside of it all. John Williams has got many more fans around the world, and that's why he'll have a larger crowd around him, because the potential for profit from the autograph sales will attract any professional hunter from the surrounding countries. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
handz 39 Posted October 26, 2019 Share Posted October 26, 2019 2 minutes ago, Biodome said: I think you misunderstood me. Hisaishi isn't as popular as Williams. And my point is that the most agressive members of the crowd aren't fans at all. They were in suits, holding several posters and pictures with cardboards and sharpies, and were constantly and barbarically pushing towards the composer. The actual fans and cosplayers realized that there was no way to approach Hisaishi in such a chaos, and were calmly standing outside of it all. John Williams has got much more fans around the world, and that's why he'll have a larger crowd around him. Because the potential for profit from the autograph sales will attract any professional hunter from the surrounding countries. Lets see, It seems a bit unlikely to me that there will be such madness around JW, he is a legend for many but he is not a Rock Star. I did watch tons of videos of legendary musicians (Roger Waters, Peter Gabriel, Phil Collins.. singing stuff before hotel etc and it was very calm and they were all very calm and Ok with it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Biodome 714 Posted October 26, 2019 Share Posted October 26, 2019 9 minutes ago, handz said: Lets see, It seems a bit unlikely to me that there will be such madness around JW, he is a legend for many but he is not a Rock Star. I did watch tons of videos of legendary musicians (Roger Waters, Peter Gabriel, Phil Collins.. singing stuff before hotel etc and it was very calm and they were all very calm and Ok with it. I mean, I can't stop you from going after John Williams. It's your own choice. But do be aware, that unlike the musicians you've mentioned, John Williams is almost 90 years old, and he will probably be exhausted after a 2 hour concert. Stay considerate, and realize that it's not the end of the world if you return from Vienna without an autograph. We're all there for his music. The gift of getting to experience it on our continent, that is the real autograph. St0rMl0rD and Miguel Andrade 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Disco Stu 15,495 Posted October 26, 2019 Popular Post Share Posted October 26, 2019 In my unasked for opinion, trying to get an autograph outside of an event set up for you to get one is a bit distasteful. It's situational of course, but speaking generally I couldn't imagine myself accosting someone like that. Even if it's someone I consider a hero. Timo Martikainen, Miguel Andrade and crumbs 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marian Schedenig 8,210 Posted October 26, 2019 Share Posted October 26, 2019 38 minutes ago, handz said: What is rude about this? I am not crazy Beatles fan, just wanna politely ask for Autograph, I am not going to run to him screaming. Ppl in the US asking him for autograph s at Tanglewood etc all the time. He is not a diva. Audiences in Tanglewood (or elsewhere) generally haven't been able to get to him for autographs or photos in years. From all reports in recent years, you used to get huge crowds all queueing to get to him, so he usually quietly disappears and is surrounded by bodyguards/management who won't let you get close. IIRC there was an incident in Boston a few years back where some fanatic ran after his car and tried to stop it. I'll be happy if he manages to conduct both concerts in full without total exhaustion. I hope people don't bother him in addition to what certainly by itself already needs a huge amount of energy for a nearly 88 year old man. St0rMl0rD and Miguel Andrade 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
handz 39 Posted October 26, 2019 Share Posted October 26, 2019 1 minute ago, Disco Stu said: In my unasked for opinion, trying to get an autograph outside of an event set up for you to get one is a bit distasteful. It's situational of course, but speaking generally I couldn't imagine myself accosting someone like that. Even if it's someone I consider a hero. This is really a weird opinion. There is nothing more disgusting than that US comic con model of getting autographs which you have to pay (insane amount ) for. Getting it on an event is the only real and natural, personal way (or of course by mail - which is a nice oldschool) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Disco Stu 15,495 Posted October 26, 2019 Share Posted October 26, 2019 This is really just down to me not even understanding the appeal of having an autograph. Fabulin and Miguel Andrade 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thor 7,520 Posted October 26, 2019 Share Posted October 26, 2019 24 minutes ago, handz said: Lets see, It seems a bit unlikely to me that there will be such madness around JW, he is a legend for many but he is not a Rock Star. I did watch tons of videos of legendary musicians (Roger Waters, Peter Gabriel, Phil Collins.. singing stuff before hotel etc and it was very calm and they were all very calm and Ok with it. Alongside Hans Zimmer, he's probably the closest we have to a rock star film composer. Guess I could post this photo again; this is a selfie I took in front of the stage entrance for John Williams' concert in Boston in 2014. If this isn't madness, I don't know what is. I was perfectly fine watching from a distance. rough cut, Biodome, St0rMl0rD and 1 other 2 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Biodome 714 Posted October 26, 2019 Share Posted October 26, 2019 5 minutes ago, handz said: There is nothing more disgusting than that US comic con model of getting autographs which you have to pay (insane amount ) for. Actually, that system I do support, because it discourages professional autograph hunters. If you're really passionate about having that sort of memorabilia, then you won't see a problem paying for it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
handz 39 Posted October 26, 2019 Share Posted October 26, 2019 Just now, Biodome said: Actually, that system I do support, because it discourages professional autograph hunters. If you're really passionate about having that sort of memorabilia, then you won't see a problem paying for it. getting it this way has no value to me, this is only for the notorious autograph collectors, I want to have a nice memory of meeting him after the concert I was, not buying it somewhere (this way I can just buy it from some autograph store). its not about money, but its about the feeling of it. And well, I doubt JW need to go around some Cons signing autographs... 4 minutes ago, Thor said: Alongside Hans Zimmer, he's probably the closest we have to a rock star film composer. Guess I could post this photo again; this is a selfie I took in front of the stage entrance for John Williams' concert in Boston in 2014. If this isn't madness, I don't know what is. I was perfectly fine watching from a distance. Not as crazy as it could be, look how it looks like when some pop music star appears somewhere Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Fabulin 3,514 Posted October 26, 2019 Popular Post Share Posted October 26, 2019 3 minutes ago, handz said: getting it this way has no value to me, this is only for the notorious autograph collectors, I want to have a nice memory of meeting him after the concert I was, not buying it somewhere (this way I can just buy it from some autograph store). its not about money, but its about the feeling of it. And well, I doubt JW need to go around some Cons signing autographs... Not as crazy as it could be, look how it looks like when some pop music star appears somewhere Why do you want to waste 20 seconds of life of a man who is 87? What are you giving him in return, after so much he has already given you? This is parasitic. Now imagine a dozen of you. Every time this man leaves his home. For the past couple of decades. Miguel Andrade, Biodome and Timo Martikainen 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Biodome 714 Posted October 26, 2019 Share Posted October 26, 2019 2 minutes ago, handz said: getting it this way has no value to me, this is only for the notorious autograph collectors, I want to have a nice memory of meeting him after the concert I was, not buying it somewhere (this way I can just buy it from some autograph store). its not about money, but its about the feeling of it. And well, I doubt JW need to go around some Cons signing autographs... I highly doubt that getting an autograph in the manner shown in Thor's picture, would qualify as "a nice memory of meeting him" ChrisAfonso and Miguel Andrade 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Marian Schedenig 8,210 Posted October 26, 2019 Popular Post Share Posted October 26, 2019 9 minutes ago, handz said: This is really a weird opinion. There is nothing more disgusting than that US comic con model of getting autographs which you have to pay (insane amount ) for. Getting it on an event is the only real and natural, personal way (or of course by mail - which is a nice oldschool) It's not about paying or not paying for it. It's about whether the person (i.e. the artist) in question in currently operating in professional capability (e.g. at a convention), on the edge of one (e.g. after a concert, if he/she is in a mood of receiving guests/fans, or perhaps even coming out for autographs, like actors in London's West End often do - though not always; when I saw Ian McKellen and Patrick Stewart together, they would sometimes both come out, and sometimes one of them, and sometimes nobody; I got an autograph from McKellen, while Stewart had already left on a private matter), or if you jump at them while they're trying to enjoy a private holiday in a city they've been wanting to visit for decades, or while they're on their way to a concert that is going to require all the strength they can muster and then some. Fabulin, Timo Martikainen and Miguel Andrade 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
handz 39 Posted October 26, 2019 Share Posted October 26, 2019 Just now, Modest Expectations said: Why do you want to waste 20 seconds of life of a man who is 87? Who are you giving him in return, after so much he has already given you? You mean this seriously? Lets look at it the other way, If you was 87 year old man who can make someone really happy for the rest of his life by sacrificing 20 seconds of your time, would you have problem with it? 1 minute ago, Biodome said: I highly doubt that getting an autograph in the manner shown in Thor's picture, would qualify as "a nice memory of meeting him" Well, as I am also attending the concert, it would, those ppl who just hunt there for autographs are a different story. But still better than the sterile paid for autograph at some con.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fabulin 3,514 Posted October 26, 2019 Share Posted October 26, 2019 2 minutes ago, handz said: You mean this seriously? Lets look at it the other way, If you was 87 year old man who can make someone really happy for the rest of his life by sacrificing 20 seconds of your time, would you have problem with it? Williams already did much more good to the world than should be expected from a typical human being. He made hundreds of millions of people happy, from a couple of moments, to many years. Do not manage his time and do not be the one judging what is worth for him, and what is not. It's his time, not yours. You are basically saying that it is worth it for Williams to meet you. Bollocks! Timo Martikainen and Miguel Andrade 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marian Schedenig 8,210 Posted October 26, 2019 Share Posted October 26, 2019 Just now, handz said: You mean this seriously? Lets look at it the other way, If you was 87 year old man who can make someone really happy for the rest of his life by sacrificing 20 seconds of your time, would you have problem with it? If I was an 87 year old man enjoying a holiday around two hugely stressful concerts (after not having conducted a full concert of my own in years) and people came up to bother me apparently assuming I had an obligation to make them happy in my free time, then yes, I would have a problem with it. Given Williams' reputation, the worst you could probably expect is a "sorry, not now" or him simply ignoring you, but I fully expect that some other, more down to earth artists would give you a blunt "Fuck off". Of course, *some*, or perhaps *many*, will enjoy it, and gladly give you an autograph. But we know enough about Williams' privacy and the crowds of people he used to have to deal with when he was still signing around his concerts to conclude that he probably wouldn't, and very likely consider it to be quite rude. 9 minutes ago, handz said: Not as crazy as it could be, look how it looks like when some pop music star appears somewhere Crazy enough for him not to manage to satisfy eveyone, as we know from the people who were there and didn't manage to snatch an autograph. Fabulin and Timo Martikainen 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
handz 39 Posted October 26, 2019 Share Posted October 26, 2019 2 minutes ago, Marian Schedenig said: If I was an 87 year old man enjoying a holiday around two hugely stressful concerts (after not having conducted a full concert of my own in years) and people came up to bother me apparently assuming I had an obligation to make them happy in my free time, then yes, I would have a problem with it. Given Williams' reputation, the worst you could probably expect is a "sorry, not now" or him simply ignoring you, but I fully expect that some other, more down to earth artists would give you a blunt "Fuck off". Of course, *some*, or perhaps *many*, will enjoy it, and gladly give you an autograph. But we know enough about Williams' privacy and the crowds of people he used to have to deal with when he was still signing around his concerts to conclude that he probably wouldn't, and very likely consider it to be quite rude. I found it quite ridiculous how many ppl are trying to protect him from something "bad" here He is not a rockstar, he is not living in permanent stress of being paparazzied and approached by crazy hoards of fans, on the street most ppl do not recognize him, especially in Europe, so on events like this, he is for sure prepared to deal with some fans. If he do not want to sign anything he would not and if he want to sign few peoples stuff he will. He is not fragile old man, he is John Williams - and ppl approaching him are not so rude as other musicians fans for sure. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Marian Schedenig 8,210 Posted October 26, 2019 Popular Post Share Posted October 26, 2019 ...or, to paraphrase Neil Gaiman (who said it about George R.R. Martin when people kept demanding that he finish his books because they felt he was obliged to do it for them): John Williams is not your bitch. I can think of three reasons why people would want an autograph by an artist: 1) Because they are a fan and treasure it as a personal memento of a person they admire; 2) Because they're collectors and feel compelled to have autographs even by people they don't care about; or 3) Because they want to sell them for profit. One of those I consider a good reason. But in that context, if the autograph is won by bothering the person you're a fan of and making them feel uncomfortable and invading in their privacy, it's worthless as a memento of somebody you admire (or you wouldn't pester them) and at best falls into category 2. St0rMl0rD, Miguel Andrade, Fabulin and 1 other 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Biodome 714 Posted October 26, 2019 Popular Post Share Posted October 26, 2019 2 minutes ago, handz said: I found it quite ridiculous how many ppl are trying to protect him from something "bad" here Because this is JWFan, not JWAutograph, and we do care about his well-being. Miguel Andrade, Timo Martikainen and Fabulin 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marian Schedenig 8,210 Posted October 26, 2019 Share Posted October 26, 2019 3 minutes ago, handz said: He is not fragile old man, he is John Williams - He's 87 years old and doesn't find it as easy to get on a podium as he did a few years ago. 3 minutes ago, handz said: and ppl approaching him are not so rude as other musicians fans for sure. You're not making a convincing case for that claim. Miguel Andrade 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
handz 39 Posted October 26, 2019 Share Posted October 26, 2019 Just now, Biodome said: Because this is JWFan, not JWAutograph, and we do care about his well-being. Which has nothing to do with him signing autographs for his fans... 1 minute ago, Marian Schedenig said: ...or, to paraphrase Neil Gaiman (who said it about George R.R. Martin when people kept demanding that he finish his books because they felt he was obliged to do it for them): John Williams is not your bitch. I can think of three reasons why people would want an autograph by an artist: 1) Because they are a fan and treasure it as a personal memento of a person they admire; 2) Because they're collectors and feel compelled to have autographs even by people they don't care about; or 3) Because they want to sell them for profit. One of those I consider a good reason. But in that context, if the autograph is won by bothering the person you're a fan of and making them feel uncomfortable and invading in their privacy, it's worthless as a memento of somebody you admire (or you wouldn't pester them) and at best falls into category 2. I want it for 1) reason. And public concert you are attending is for sure not considered invading privacy, and well, meeting him on street - definitely depends on the way you do it. Again, its different if you are someone being bothered every 5 minutes and someone who is only known to his hardcore fans. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Marian Schedenig 8,210 Posted October 26, 2019 Popular Post Share Posted October 26, 2019 2 minutes ago, handz said: I want it for 1) reason. And public concert you are attending is for sure not considered invading privacy, and well, meeting him on street - definitely depends on the way you do it. Again, But what you are proposing is finding out where he lives and waylaying him at his hotel, not at a public concert. 2 minutes ago, handz said: its different if you are someone being bothered every 5 minutes and someone who is only known to his hardcore fans. And because you are only one person the situation is different? Every single person in a group of a few hundred autograph hunters could make that same claim. Or if your argument is that "rock stars" have accepted it as part of their daily routine to have hundreds of people coming up to them at every moment and asking for an autograph, and Williams, not being a rock star, isn't, then my conclusion would be that he hasn't and thus isn't used to it and might be bothered by it. And he's enough of a star to draw significant crowds of fans, especially if someone would announce where he's staying for two concerts that sold a few thousand tickets within two days. Miguel Andrade, Biodome and Timo Martikainen 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
handz 39 Posted October 26, 2019 Share Posted October 26, 2019 Just now, Marian Schedenig said: But what you are proposing is finding out where he lives and waylaying him at his hotel, not at a public concert. And because you are only one person the situation is different? Every single person in a group of a few hundred autograph hunters could make that same claim. Or if your argument is that "rock stars" have accepted it as part of their daily routine to have hundreds of people coming up to them at every moment and asking for an autograph, and Williams, not being a rock star, isn't, then my conclusion would be that he hasn't and thus isn't used to it and might be bothered by it. And he's enough of a star to draw significant crowds of fans, especially if someone would announce where he's staying for two concerts that sold a few thousand tickets within two days. Well, yes as I am attending the concert, I am not going to Vienna just for autograph. And yes, as he is the only one still living of two musicians I ever wanted to meet and have autograph from, I would even stalk him and I honestly do not care if some of you fanatical protecters of his privacy find it rude or not. I am not some dirty, sweaty guy in jeans and baseball cap who will yell at him by his name on the street. Ppl just want to meet their favorite ppl, deal with it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post crumbs 14,319 Posted October 26, 2019 Popular Post Share Posted October 26, 2019 Geez people can't even be satisfied with the fact they got tickets to see JW perform live for 2 hours and want to stalk him in the city as well? Some of us couldn't get tickets at all! Making his incredibly rare trip to Europe that much more unpleasant will certainly do wonders for his considering any future concerts abroad. 1977, St0rMl0rD and Miguel Andrade 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Marian Schedenig 8,210 Posted October 26, 2019 Popular Post Share Posted October 26, 2019 10 minutes ago, handz said: Well, yes as I am attending the concert, I am not going to Vienna just for autograph. And yes, as he is the only one still living of two musicians I ever wanted to meet and have autograph from, I would even stalk him and I honestly do not care if some of you fanatical protecters of his privacy find it rude or not. I am not some dirty, sweaty guy in jeans and baseball cap who will yell at him by his name on the street. Ppl just want to meet their favorite ppl, deal with it. Most of us here would very much like to get a Williams autograph. I certainly would like to have one. Several thousand people will be attending these concerts, probably hundreds of them arriving from abroad. I'd wager you get at least a few hundred people in that crowd who would jump at the opportunity to get an autograph. Fortunately, most of us have the decency to accept and respect his privacy, so he won't be ambushed by hundreds of us but just those few selfish stalkers who honestly don't care, and as a result might actually enjoy his visit to Vienna. ChrisAfonso, crumbs, Timo Martikainen and 3 others 4 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crumbs 14,319 Posted October 26, 2019 Share Posted October 26, 2019 I would hope John is staying in some private estate away from the CBD and not just a hotel in the middle of town. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GlastoEls 563 Posted October 26, 2019 Share Posted October 26, 2019 Anyway, back to the music, think Mutter will show up and play? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
apples 64 Posted October 26, 2019 Share Posted October 26, 2019 Her arrangements are great, but I’d prefer the original versions for the two shows Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Biodome 714 Posted October 26, 2019 Share Posted October 26, 2019 Does Musikverein have a dress code? And if they do, are they strict about it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
apples 64 Posted October 26, 2019 Share Posted October 26, 2019 Jeans and sneakers? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Biodome 714 Posted October 26, 2019 Share Posted October 26, 2019 10 minutes ago, apples said: Jeans and sneakers? You can joke about it, but I've been to some concert halls that tell you to bring suits and evening dresses. I wouldn't care about it if it didn't mean an additional €50-100 charge for the flight ticket, because I'm planning to just bring a small backpack with me for the weekend. The video recordings of concerts at the Großer Saal generally show the audience wearing formal clothes, so I would like to know if it's required. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Disco Stu 15,495 Posted October 26, 2019 Share Posted October 26, 2019 Squeeze the suit into the bag, utilize the hotel iron Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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WDG01 6 Posted October 26, 2019 Share Posted October 26, 2019 36 minutes ago, Biodome said: Does Musikverein have a dress code? And if they do, are they strict about it? Dress code: Music in the Musikverein is always a special experience. The musicians themselves highlight this by wearing clothing for special occasions. Men usually sport white tie and tailcoat or morning suits for performances earlier in the day. Our audiences, in contrast, are free to exercise greater choice. There is no dress code - guests may wear what they wish to make their visit comfortable and enjoyable. Nonetheless, many of our visitors sense that a certain elegance is suited to the ambience of the Musikverein. For this reason we welcome and request that visitors dress accordingly. Please note that shorts are not regarded as suitable clothing. Our premises are temperature-controlled throughout and remain pleasantly cool indoors throughout the summer. https://www.musikverein.at/en/concert-visitor-information The Psycho Pianist and Biodome 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Balahkay 627 Posted October 26, 2019 Share Posted October 26, 2019 Will the program change to include TROS concerts (I’m assuming there will be at least one but hoping for more) once the soundtrack/film is released? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GlastoEls 563 Posted October 26, 2019 Share Posted October 26, 2019 5 minutes ago, Balahkay said: Will the program change to include TROS concerts (I’m assuming there will be at least one but hoping for more) once the soundtrack/film is released? Really hoping so! Perhaps “Jar Jar’s Miraculous Return”? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marian Schedenig 8,210 Posted October 26, 2019 Share Posted October 26, 2019 2 hours ago, apples said: Her arrangements are great, but I’d prefer the original versions for the two shows The structure of the current programme very much suggests that Rey's Theme, Hedwig's Theme, and Donnybrook Fair will be the violin arrangements, no matter who ends up playing the solo part (might just be the Philharmoniker's concert master). Especially since I believe no earlier arrangement has actually had the title Donnybrook Fair. Jurassic Shark and GlastoEls 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Marian Schedenig 8,210 Posted October 26, 2019 Share Posted October 26, 2019 2 minutes ago, Modest Expectations said: I think Luke & Leia will also be a violin & orchestra version. I'd much prefer that to the oddly shortened standard concert version. The position in the current programme makes the violin version rather unlikely, because all those pieces seem to be grouped together - a dedicated soloist, if they get one, might only take part in the first half (and perhaps there's a chance of a violin encore before the intermission). But who knows how often the programme will still be changed. As of now, I wouldn't count on anything. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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King Mark 3,631 Posted October 26, 2019 Share Posted October 26, 2019 I think he should just play the regular concert versions not the violin ones apples 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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