John Williams & Berliner Philharmoniker 14th/15th/16th Oct 2021

[Luke Skywalker 1,792]

At the airport right now waiting to take my flight.

 

 

Giddy as a schoolboy

[GlastoEls 556]

1 minute ago, Luke Skywalker said:

At the airport right now waiting to take my flight.

 

 

Giddy as a schoolboy

I hope you have your raincoat! 😂

[bollemanneke 3,337]

Is it okay for me to get excited because you lot are preparing to attend this concert? I can't just wait for Saturday.

[TownerFan 4,983]

While finishing packing suitcases for Berlin, here's a brief reflection of mine on a stunning coincidence in JW history:

 

https://thelegacyofjohnwilliams.com/2021/10/14/65-years-on/

[Jurassic Remi 33]

Hello,

 

I'm a French fan, coming tomorrow alone in Berlin to attend to Friday's concert.

 

It's my first John Williams' concert (3 years ago, I went to Royal Albert Hall (London) but he infortunately cancelled).

 

I would be happy to meet other fans.

 

[Jurassic Shark 12,030]

Cool username!

[aj_vader 533]

I'm so happy for all of you that are going, but very dissapointed I won't be joining you. I was at the Albert Hall in 2018 (I don't think I've ever been that dissapointed before), was really hoping to make it to Berlin. However eternally greatful for the digital concert hall on Saturday, very excited for that. 

 

I pray John encores The Imperial March, please Mr.Williams! 🙏🏻

[Jay 37,287]

1 hour ago, TownerFan said:

While finishing packing suitcases for Berlin, here's a brief reflection of mine on a stunning coincidence in JW history:

 

https://thelegacyofjohnwilliams.com/2021/10/14/65-years-on/

 

A lovely read, thanks for that!

[Thor 7,466]

That's a good point regarding the date of the John Towner Touch album. That had slipped my mind. Always found is so appropriate that the first commercial recording of his own compositions was merely called "Hello". As in "Hello, here I am. I will be staying with you for decades to come".

[GlastoEls 556]

2 hours ago, aj_vader said:

I'm so happy for all of you that are going, but very dissapointed I won't be joining you. I was at the Albert Hall in 2018 (I don't think I've ever been that dissapointed before), was really hoping to make it to Berlin. However eternally greatful for the digital concert hall on Saturday, very excited for that. 

 

I pray John encores The Imperial March, please Mr.Williams! 🙏🏻

That RAH concert was simply incredible ~ although living about five miles from the RAH I shared your disappointment!

 

Still hoping!

[aj_vader 533]

14 minutes ago, GlastoEls said:

That RAH concert was simply incredible ~ although living about five miles from the RAH I shared your disappointment!

 

Still hoping!

It was still a very special night, i was wiping away tears regularly. 

 

The Snare sounded out of time though, it happened during the A New Hope and Empire Live to Pictures in there. I don't think the actual player was out of time, I think the reverberation was richocheting off something and causing it to sound out of time. It's why I wished it was in the Barbican. 

[oxo1977 17]

3 hours ago, Jurassic Remi said:

Hello,

 

I'm a French fan, coming tomorrow alone in Berlin to attend to Friday's concert.

 

It's my first John Williams' concert (3 years ago, I went to Royal Albert Hall (London) but he infortunately cancelled).

 

I would be happy to meet other fans.

 

Ah ben la même pour Londres en 2018... mais pour nous, la séance de rattrapage sera samedi. 🙂

[liam0001 6]

Dear JW Fans,

 

Hope you’re well.

 

I was due to fly from the UK to attend the concert on Saturday 16th October 2021 but I have tested positive for Covid-19. I am absolutely devastated.

 

Thus, I have one ticket for sale that is in an excellent position and will provide an outstanding experience. I am just looking for face-value and I can confirm that is is transferable.

 

It is:

 

E Links

Row 2

Seat 4

 

I can organise payment through PayPal and because I have an electronic ticket, will email immediately.

 

Please do get in touch if interested.

 

Liam.

[oxo1977 17]

20 hours ago, Anne said:

Pas Français, mais parlant le français

Je pense que nous allons entendre parler toutes les langues à la Philharmonie...  (c'est juste la question de se faire comprendre en dehors que j'appréhende un peu).

[Raiders of the SoundtrArk 2,429]

43 minutes ago, oxo1977 said:

Je pense que nous allons entendre parler toutes les langues à la Philharmonie...  (c'est juste la question de se faire comprendre en dehors que j'appréhende un peu).

Ca ce fait bien. Après deux mots d'allemand les Berlinois passent à l'anglais et ça devient facile... 😉

[Biodome 714]

So where are you all guys at? They haven't opened the doors yet, so is anyone up for a pre-concert chat?

[Thor 7,466]

Already inside!

[Biodome 714]

3 minutes ago, Thor said:

Already inside!

I'm standing by the weird metal sculpture near the yellow-lit stairs

[Anne 1]

3 hours ago, Jurassic Remi said:

Hello,

 

I'm a French fan, coming tomorrow alone in Berlin to attend to Friday's concert.

 

It's my first John Williams' concert (3 years ago, I went to Royal Albert Hall (London) but he infortunately cancelled).

 

I would be happy to meet other fans.

 

I'm from Luxembourg, coming to Berlin for the concerts of Friday and Saturday.

I was in Royal Albert Hall in 2018 as well, which in the end was an outstanding concert, but I'm still very much looking foward to finally seeing the maestro himself conduct  I think I will only believe this is happening once he enters the stage.

Would be happy to meet some other fans as well.

 

1 hour ago, oxo1977 said:

Je pense que nous allons entendre parler toutes les langues à la Philharmonie...  (c'est juste la question de se faire comprendre en dehors que j'appréhende un peu).

À Berlin avec un peu d'anglais ce sera facile  Mais si quelqu'un a besoin d'une traduction en allemand, je peux aider

[Marian Schedenig 8,173]

I'm already on my seat (A left row 3). Can anyone suggest a meetup place for the intermission? 

[Henry Sítrónu 494]

6 minutes ago, Marian Schedenig said:

I'm already on my seat (A left row 3). Can anyone suggest a meetup place for the intermission? 

The CD/souvenir shop. Ground floor between cloak rooms, WC, and bar. It’s closed so it will be not thaaaat busy.

 

i think i‘m the only one with a red mask

 

 

[victorrt 21]

Are they selling the program?

[JTGL 166]

Here we go! F rechts Reihe 4  Platz 7

[Jurassic Shark 12,030]

12 minutes ago, Henry Sítrónu said:

The CD/souvenir shop. Ground floor between cloak rooms, WC, and bar. It’s closed so it will be not thaaaat busy.

 

i think i‘m the only one with a red mask

 

 

 

Is that an FFP2 mask?

[Sandor 796]

To everyone attending: have a wonderful time! 
 

Enjoy! 😊

[aj_vader 533]

1 minute ago, Sandor said:

To everyone attending: have a wonderful time! 
 

Enjoy! 😊

Same, have a great time everyone! I'm sure you will. 

[toothless 963]

Everyone have a great time! My flight takes off in an hour or so, see you tomorrow for anyone who will attend 🙂

[bollemanneke 3,337]

No, everyone comment on the flubs!

[Jurassic Shark 12,030]

I'm sure all three concerts will be recorded, including pickup sessions, then they'll release the performances with the most flubs and timing issues.

[Biodome 714]

John is very talkative today, telling stories before every piece.

[Thor 7,466]

Half time now. May I suggest meeting outside the main entrance after the concert, so we can see people behind the masks?

[ciarlese 248]

1 hour ago, Marian Schedenig said:

I'm already on my seat (A left row 3). 

 

I am sat exactly there!

Seat 1, what's yours?

[Damien F 1,742]

Intermission time. The music sounds fantastic in this venue. John seems to be having a blast, often sharing smiles with the players during the performances.

 

He's also his usual sharp self especially for a 89 year old. He was very eloquent when describing his experience of visiting Berlin for the first time.

 

There are many standing ovations which is always heartwarming to see.

 

I laughed when John said he never knows what Spielberg is doing next and "Indiana Jones is changing by the second!"

[Jay 37,287]

5 minutes ago, Damien F said:

I laughed when John said he never knows what Spielberg is doing next and "Indiana Jones is changing by the second!"

 

Hmm interesting.  Anybody else have a more elaboration on this?

[Damien F 1,742]

1 minute ago, Jay said:

 

Hmm interesting.  Anybody else have a more elaboration on this?

He then said he'll be writing more Indy music when he returns to LA. That got an applause

[Marian Schedenig 8,173]

1 minute ago, Jay said:

 

Hmm interesting.  Anybody else have a more elaboration on this?

 

He'll start scoring it next week. 

[Biodome 714]

13 minutes ago, Thor said:

Half time now. May I suggest meeting outside the main entrance after the concert, so we can see people behind the masks?

@Marian Schedenig,@Henry Sítrónu and me will meet there after the concert!

[bollemanneke 3,337]

1 hour ago, Jurassic Shark said:

I'm sure all three concerts will be recorded, including pickup sessions, then they'll release the performances with the most flubs and timing issues.

In all seroiusness, will they really do that and will we know this soon? I mean, it would make sense if you want to compile the ultimate release, or will they only have access to the live stream?

[JohnnyD 1,220]

1 hour ago, Damien F said:

He then said he'll be writing more Indy music when he returns to LA. That got an applause

 

1 hour ago, Marian Schedenig said:

 

He'll start scoring it next week. 

 

AWESOME!!!!

[Jurassic Remi 33]

7 hours ago, Jurassic Shark said:

Cool username!

Ahah, sorry! I didn't see yours when I registered... I can change mine if you want 

2 hours ago, Anne said:

I'm from Luxembourg, coming to Berlin for the concerts of Friday and Saturday.

I was in Royal Albert Hall in 2018 as well, which in the end was an outstanding concert, but I'm still very much looking foward to finally seeing the maestro himself conduct  I think I will only believe this is happening once he enters the stage.

Would be happy to meet some other fans as well.

 

Avec plaisir!

[Luke Skywalker 1,792]

Already in german lands. Cant wait!

[aj_vader 533]

What are the encore pieces please? 

[Thor 7,466]

We’re going to Limdenbrau. Meet us there.

[heritage 73]

Yes Encores would be nice 

[GlastoEls 556]

Incredible. 

[aj_vader 533]

I can see

Spoiler

Imperial March

on the stands there! 😍😱❤️

 

So encores are

Spoiler

Flying Theme and Imperial March!

😍

[eitam 364]

1 hour ago, Marian Schedenig said:

 

He'll start scoring it next week. 

 

I thought he meant it more as an anoucement he would write the music, rather than saying he would literally get started the moment he returns to LA... 

Didn't he talk about spring ? I didn't quite catch that part. 

And he said that the movie was on schedule, despite Ford's injury. 

[Raiders of the SoundtrArk 2,429]

Just came back from the concert with a head full of music and a min at peace. What an extraordinary night with such a performance from the. Maestro! Thanks all involved here you've bring me so much happiness tonight.. 

For the encore see the spoiler section below

Spoiler

Princess Leia's Theme

Flying

The Imperial March

By the way could have Anne Sophie Mutter assist the concert? I thought I saw her wearing a pink mask, is that possible?

[Jay 37,287]

1 minute ago, eitam said:

And he said that the movie was on schedule, despite Ford's injury. 

 

Nice

[ciarlese 248]

16 minutes ago, aj_vader said:

What are the encore pieces please? 

Deleted to avoid spoilers sorry.