Potterhead 42 Posted February 21 Share Posted February 21 6 minutes ago, Jay said: So was the Mark Graham piece not for tonight? What’s that piece? BB-8 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jay 37,369 Posted February 21 Author Share Posted February 21 No idea, that's what I was hoping to find out BB-8 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Potterhead 42 Posted February 21 Share Posted February 21 1 hour ago, rpvee said: Intermission! Schindler’s was indeed the first half encore. Williams came out before and after the piece to wave to the audience and take a bow. Really keeping us on our feet haha rpvee 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post rpvee 805 Posted February 21 Popular Post Share Posted February 21 A magical evening with the Maestro! I’m sooooo glad he did the second half of the concert instead - hearing him introduce his own iconic pieces and conduct them himself just can’t be beat! Williams was in great form, telling the usual funny stories with even greater humor and joy than usual (and noting that Empire is when he “put clothes on Darth Vader and Yoda” when telling the Luke-Leia-love-them story before Leia’s Theme). He also seemed more spry than the last time I saw him, walking much more quickly and easily and even bending down multiple times to pick up his massive score books. At one point, his baton even fell to the ground and he was about to pick it up himself before a cellist did for him. Needless to say, Yo-Yo Ma was brilliant during the Concerto and Schindler’s List Theme in the first half, but the second half with Williams himself stole the show, and the energy of the audience alone demonstrated that. The second half encores were Helena’s Theme, Star Wars Main Title Suite, and Imperial March. So, no surprises this time, but still a wonderful concert full of classics and amazing energy from both Williams and his audience. My only “critiques” would be that beyond Williams coming out before and after Schindler’s to bow with Yo-Yo Ma, there was no other interaction between them, and you’d have expected Williams to conduct Yo-Yo at some point given their double headline spots in the concert. And additionally, Williams’ security needs to chill a bit. A kid who couldn’t have been older than 14 walked up to the stage with a CD and sharpie in hand towards the end of the concert when Williams was exiting, and a security guard standing stage right began motioning to the kid to leave and ultimately came down to tell him to go away. Let’s not forget Williams used to come out the stage door after Boston shows and greet everyone. I know eBay scalpers ruined that, and now Williams is up in age, but for security to get on a kid’s ass just because he was holding a CD was sad. Not necessarily Williams’ fault, of course, and also not surprising since Williams hasn’t signed for people in years, but it definitely showed how times have changed. Anyway, looking forward to experiencing this wonderful program again at the legendary Carnegie Hall in a couple days! Hopefully Williams does the second half there, too. It really enhanced the entire evening. Tonight was my 30th time seeing him conduct live, and I certainly hope there will be many more ahead! My pics from the evening: Will, Taikomochi, MSM and 7 others 4 4 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Will 2,215 Posted February 21 Share Posted February 21 WOW, really hoping he does the second half in New York too!! rpvee 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Potterhead 42 Posted February 21 Share Posted February 21 Thank 6 minutes ago, rpvee said: A magical evening with the Maestro! I’m sooooo glad he did the second half of the concert instead - hearing him introduce his own iconic pieces and conduct them himself just can’t be beat! Williams was in great form, telling the usual funny stories with even greater humor and joy than usual (and noting that Empire is when he “put the clothes on Darth Vader and Yoda” when telling the Luke-Leia-love-them story before Leia’s Theme). He also seemed more spry than the last time I saw him, walking much more quickly and easily and even bending down multiple times to pick up his massive score books. At one point, his baton even fell to the ground and he was about to pick it up himself before a cellist did for him. Needless to say, Yo-Yo Ma was brilliant during the Concerto and Schindler’s List Theme in the first half, but the second half with Williams himself stole the show, and the energy of the audience alone demonstrated that. The second half encores were Helena’s Theme, Star Wars Main Title Suite, and Imperial March. So, no surprises this time, but still a wonderful concert full of classics and amazing energy from both Williams and his audience. My only “critiques” would be that beyond Williams coming out before and after Schindler’s to bow with Yo-Yo Ma, there was no other interaction between them, and you’d have expected Williams to conduct Yo-Yo at some point given their double headline spots in the concert. And additionally, Williams’ security needs to chill a bit. A kid who couldn’t have been older than 14 walked up to the stage with a CD and sharpie in hand towards the end of the concert when Williams was exiting, and a security guard standing stage right began motioning to the kid to leave and ultimately came down and I tell him to go away. Let’s not forget Williams used to come out the stage door after Boston shows and greet everyone. I know eBay scalpers ruined that, and now Williams is up in age, but for security to get on a kid’s ass just because he was holding a CD was sad. Not necessarily Williams’ fault, of course, and also not surprising since Williams hasn’t signed for people in years, but it definitely showed how times have changed. Anyway, looking forward to experiencing this wonderful program again at the legendary Carnegie Hall in a couple days! Hopefully Williams does the second half there, too. It really enhanced the entire evening. Tonight was my 30th time seeing him conduct live, and I certainly hope there will be many more ahead! My pics from the evening: thank you for all this! What an amazing experience. Going to be there on Thursday. It’s just so odd that Ma and Williams don’t share the stage at all. rpvee and Will 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Will 2,215 Posted February 21 Share Posted February 21 Yeah that is surprising and a bit disappointing -- but still outweighed in my view by the fact that we will (I hope) get to hear JW talk between pieces, etc. I was worried we wouldn't hear him speak much (if at all) if he only did the first half! rpvee 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JTN 2,030 Posted February 21 Share Posted February 21 I hope no one yelled “Episode II !!” to “help him out” this time. That’s the most annoying and ridiculous thing people do lately. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rpvee 805 Posted February 21 Share Posted February 21 1 minute ago, JTW said: I hope no one yelled “Episode II !!” to “help him out” this time. It’s a fun memory and a cute moment. Get over it. 🥰 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JTN 2,030 Posted February 21 Share Posted February 21 4 minutes ago, rpvee said: It’s a fun memory and a cute moment. Get over it. 🥰 No it’s not. Get over it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rpvee 805 Posted February 21 Share Posted February 21 3 minutes ago, JTW said: No it’s not. Get over it. Williams, the audience, the radio commentators, and online reviews thought otherwise. Try finding joy in funny little moments instead of annoyance. And stop derailing this thread with attitude - your initial comment was uncalled for. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JTN 2,030 Posted February 21 Share Posted February 21 4 minutes ago, rpvee said: Williams, the audience, the radio commentators, and online reviews thought otherwise. Williams was JOKING, and everyone got it, except you. He’s done this shtick several times. You can’t be THAT naive to think that John Williams doesn’t remember what film the piece he is about perform and has rehearsed, is from. I mean seriously, even presuming it is an insult to the Maestro’s intellect. Mattris 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BB-8 3,478 Posted February 21 Share Posted February 21 No turtleneck. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marian Schedenig 8,200 Posted February 21 Share Posted February 21 6 hours ago, Jay said: So was the Mark Graham piece not for tonight? They moved Williams's bit to the second half of the concert and the piece picked up "in a rush" still wasn't ready in time? Tom and BB-8 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BB-8 3,478 Posted February 21 Share Posted February 21 But it does seem odd that JW didn't conduct the cello concerto and Schindler's himself, following that Sony release and interview between Yo-Yo and JW. Perhaps Yo-Yo was afraid that JW would repeat the "all-dead" joke and he would burst out in laughter. 10 hours ago, DangerMotif said: Massive, hope it’s the same for NY also Carnegie still has it the other way round: Will 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom 4,661 Posted February 21 Share Posted February 21 3 hours ago, Marian Schedenig said: They moved Williams's bit to the second half of the concert and the piece picked up "in a rush" still wasn't ready in time? JW: "Well that is too bad. Mark told me that it was the best fugue morphing into a scherzo that he had ever seen. I will take this as a sign to never, ever perform it." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DangerMotif 1,038 Posted February 21 Share Posted February 21 3 hours ago, BB-8 said: Carnegie still has it the other way round: As does the Philadelphia website… BB-8 and Will 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marian Schedenig 8,200 Posted February 21 Share Posted February 21 Perhaps Yo-Yo Ma burned his cookies. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BB-8 3,478 Posted February 21 Share Posted February 21 1 hour ago, Marian Schedenig said: Perhaps Yo-Yo Ma burned his cookies. Or ate them himself. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post MSM 126 Posted February 21 Popular Post Share Posted February 21 I agree with all that has been said. Lovely concert, wonderful orchestra, great atmosphere, and “Just Down West St” was a treat🤗 Ricard, Omen II, Will and 1 other 3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marian Schedenig 8,200 Posted February 21 Share Posted February 21 2 hours ago, BB-8 said: 3 hours ago, Marian Schedenig said: Perhaps Yo-Yo Ma burned his cookies. Or ate them himself. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Ricard 2,245 Posted February 21 Popular Post Share Posted February 21 Official photos from The Philadelphia Inquirer: Quote Menace came to Verizon Hall Tuesday night. Pride, tenderness, and a buoyant elation, too. The Philadelphia Orchestra was the sensitive tool releasing these emotional charges — conjured by an unassuming 92-year-old magician in the fine art of portraying what it means to be human. https://www.inquirer.com/arts/john-williams-philadelphia-orchestra-yo-yo-ma-20240221.html Quote Imagine, if you will, a night under the resonant dome of a grand concert hall, where the air itself seems thrum with anticipation. On this particular evening, the Philadelphia Orchestra, under the luminescent glow of the stage lights, prepared to embark on a journey through the soundscapes of America’s most beloved composer, John Williams, at the ripe age of 92. The concert, a rich tapestry woven from the threads of Williams’ expansive career, featured not just his iconic film scores but also his intricate concert pieces, revealing the depth of his genius. https://bnnbreaking.com/world/us/at-92-john-williams-captivates-philadelphia-with-a-lifetime-of-music-a-night-with-yo-yo-ma The Imperial March rpvee, BB-8, Raiders of the SoundtrArk and 1 other 2 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rpvee 805 Posted February 21 Share Posted February 21 The bottom of the main program page with the listed of pieces states: “Philadelphia Orchestra concerts are broadcast on WRTI 90.1 FM on Sunday: afternoons at 1 PM and are repeated on Monday evenings at 7 PM on WRTI HD 2. Visit www.wrti.org to listen live or for more details.” I can’t find anything on their site specifying what concert would be broadcast this coming Sunday and Monday, but maybe it’s a proper recording of this performance? Ricard and Will 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rpvee 805 Posted February 21 Share Posted February 21 Update: emailed the station and they replied saying the concert was not recorded for broadcast. Sylvan, Will and Ricard 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Ricard 2,245 Posted February 21 Popular Post Share Posted February 21 Photos provided by Steve Vertlieb: BB-8, Andy, Raiders of the SoundtrArk and 1 other 3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WilliamsStarShip2282 308 Posted February 21 Share Posted February 21 23 hours ago, rpvee said: Relatively major plot twist! Interesting that Williams and Yo-Yo wouldn’t share the stage together, but Williams conducting the second half’s contents sounds way more fun, so no complaints from me! EDIT: Seems two others already reported the news, haha, but here’s a pic of the insert! so he didn't conduct the cello concerto? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ricard 2,245 Posted February 22 Share Posted February 22 15 hours ago, WilliamsStarShip2282 said: so he didn't conduct the cello concerto? Williams conducted the second half of the program and the final encores: Quote CONCERT PROGRAM Conducted by Stéphane Denève Just Down West Street … on the left First Philadelphia Orchestra performance Concerto for Cello and Orchestra * I. Theme and Cadenza II. Blues III. Scherzo IV. Song ENCORE Theme from Schindler’s List * * Yo-Yo Ma, cello INTERMISSION Conducted by John Williams Olympic Fanfare and Theme Excerpts from The Book Thief Scherzo for Motorcycle and Orchestra, from Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade First Philadelphia Orchestra performance Marion’s Theme from Raiders of the Lost Ark The Raiders March from Raiders of the Lost Ark Princess Leia’s Theme from Star Wars Adventures on Earth from E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial ENCORES Helena’s Theme from Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny Main Title from Star Wars The Imperial March from The Empire Strikes Back https://jwfan.com/?p=15881 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom 4,661 Posted February 22 Share Posted February 22 How was The Book Thief? Did he talk about it at all? I find the full suite to be great--I love the 7-8 minutes suites he put together in that timeframe (warhorse, BFG, etc). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post rpvee 805 Posted February 22 Popular Post Share Posted February 22 32 minutes ago, Tom said: How was The Book Thief? Did he talk about it at all? I find the full suite to be great--I love the 7-8 minutes suites he put together in that timeframe (warhorse, BFG, etc). Yes, he gave a synopsis of the book/film’s story. Amer, Will and Tom 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pete 907 Posted February 22 Share Posted February 22 Quote Conducted by Stéphane Denève Just Down West Street … on the left * * Yo-Yo Ma, cello Does Just Down West Street have a solo cello part? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ricard 2,245 Posted February 22 Share Posted February 22 11 hours ago, pete said: Does Just Down West Street have a solo cello part? Nope, it's a typo. Thanks for pointing that out. pete 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bespin 8,483 Posted February 22 Share Posted February 22 A suite from the The Book Thief? BB-8 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Tom 4,661 Posted February 22 Popular Post Share Posted February 22 From the Philadelphia Inquirer: Will, BB-8, pete and 1 other 3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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