That_Bloke 115 Posted February 22 Share Posted February 22 Nothing from "Memoirs of a Geisha." Maybe JW thought that would be too corny. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BB-8 3,479 Posted February 22 Share Posted February 22 Holy crap !!! "The digital album is available for pre-order from today, with details of the physical editions to follow – including a deluxe limited edition vinyl box set to include Williams’ recordings from Vienna, Berlin, Boston and Tokyo for release later in the year." "Later in the year, Deutsche Grammophon will continue to celebrate the art of John Williams with the release of John Williams in Concert, a deluxe and very limited 7LP vinyl box set featuring his latest DG recordings alongside exclusive fan content. The release, available to pre-order on 4 May, will include his historic Vienna, Berlin and Boston concerts as well as the newest addition, John Williams in Tokyo. Parallel to this release, a week-long John Williams celebration will take over STAGE+ featuring selected concerts, both new and from the archive." Source: John Williams in Tokyo - John Williams | Deutsche Grammophon Muad'Dib, Martinland, Arnaud2 and 1 other 3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BB-8 3,479 Posted February 22 Share Posted February 22 Holy crap !!! "The digital album is available for pre-order from today, with details of the physical editions to follow – including a deluxe limited edition vinyl box set to include Williams’ recordings from Vienna, Berlin, Boston and Tokyo for release later in the year." "Later in the year, Deutsche Grammophon will continue to celebrate the art of John Williams with the release of John Williams in Concert, a deluxe and very limited 7LP vinyl box set featuring his latest DG recordings alongside exclusive fan content. The release, available to pre-order on 4 May, will include his historic Vienna, Berlin and Boston concerts as well as the newest addition, John Williams in Tokyo. Parallel to this release, a week-long John Williams celebration will take over STAGE+ featuring selected concerts, both new and from the archive." Source: John Williams in Tokyo - John Williams | Deutsche Grammophon Looks like we still won't be getting Vienna II. rpvee and Muad'Dib 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rpvee 805 Posted February 22 Share Posted February 22 Wowwww, that box set sounds incredible!!! I wonder what the bonus content will be. I’m sure it’ll cost an arm and a leg, but if the vinyl editions in the box are exclusive in some way (like the limited gold variants the individual releases had when they first went on sale), it'll be perfect. Also excited to see what concerts are unearthed on Stage+! The choice to release a box set now with Japan done also feels a bit… definitive? Surely this isn’t the end of their John Williams live releases? BB-8 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jay 37,369 Posted February 22 Share Posted February 22 Maybe JW has told them he is done with international flights? BB-8 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom 4,664 Posted February 22 Share Posted February 22 5 minutes ago, Jay said: Maybe JW has told them he is done with international flights? Very possible. He looked ragged in the Japan videos (not a criticism, anyone would. but for a 92 year old, that is crazy intense). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BB-8 3,479 Posted February 22 Share Posted February 22 I think it's more a case of milking the cow once more before starting new projects (e.g., the piano concerto). To be honest, I would prefer an Ultimate CD Box Set, including the complete Vienna II material and the archival recordings from La Scala. Martinland and Raiders of the SoundtrArk 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post BB-8 3,479 Posted February 22 Popular Post Share Posted February 22 Here's the full DG news item as of 22.02.2024, 18:05: 30 years after his last visit to Japan, John Williams returned for two special concerts – one in Matsumoto and one in Tokyo – marking his debut with the world-famous Saito Kinen Orchestra, with selections from his beloved film scores, and reuniting with his longtime friend, world-renowned conductor Seiji Ozawa. The second of these concerts was captured live on record at Suntory Hall last year and the resulting recording, John Williams In Tokyo, is set to be released by Deutsche Grammophon on 3 May, following his acclaimed concert albums, The Berlin Concert and John Williams in Vienna, which topped charts around the globe. The first single, ‘Superman March’ is out now along with a music video of the performance. The digital album is available for pre-order from today, with details of the physical editions to follow – including a deluxe limited edition vinyl box set to include Williams’ recordings from Vienna, Berlin, Boston and Tokyo for release later in the year. It was a long-held dream of Seiji Ozawa’s to see John Williams and the Saito Kinen Orchestra perform together in Japan, so the performances – and their reunion last year – held great meaning for both artists. Months in the planning, the announcement of this live recording was originally scheduled for the week of John Williams’ birthday (8 February). However, following the news of Seiji Ozawa ‘s passing, it was decided to announce the recording today after close discussion with his family and management. Williams was invited to Japan by his good friend Ozawa to conduct the Saito Kinen Orchestra – Ozawa’s “musical family” – so the realisation of the two concerts in Matsumoto and Tokyo was a landmark moment – not only for the pair, but for music fans around the world. Ozawa said of the occasion: “This special collaboration between them in Matsumoto and Tokyo was a joy that genuinely defies expression – my longstanding dream has finally come true!” The feeling was reciprocated by John Williams: “It was a joy to return to Japan after 30 years to visit my dear friend and longtime musical colleague Seiji Ozawa and to conduct his brilliant Saito Kinen Orchestra for the very first time.” Williams was a close friend of Ozawa ever since the latter was Music Director of the Boston Symphony Orchestra and took part in the Tanglewood Music Festival in western Massachusetts. As Ozawa recounted in January of this year, “I’ve consistently encouraged John to experience the unique essence of the Saito Kinen Orchestra, confident that he would love it”. Ozawa was in Matsumoto to witness the concert and was delighted to be reunited with his friend. The concerts took place in September 2023, following Williams’ recent performances with the Berlin Philharmonic, Boston Symphony Orchestra, Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra and the Recording Arts Orchestra of Los Angeles. He conducted the Saito Kinen Orchestra at the Seiji Ozawa Matsumoto Festival, a music festival directed by Seiji Ozawa, and a gala concert at Suntory Hall in Tokyo celebrating the 125th anniversary of Deutsche Grammophon. Both concerts had sold out in minutes. The long-awaited collaboration consisted of an all-Williams programme, including ‘Superman March’, ‘Theme from Schindler’s List’ and ‘The Imperial March’ from Star Wars. For both concerts, John Williams shared the podium with acclaimed conductor and friend, Stéphane Denève – Music Director of the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra, Artistic Director of the New World Symphony, and Principal Guest Conductor of the Netherlands Radio Philharmonic. After the first half of the programme (conducted by Denève), Williams appeared on the Tokyo stage and introduced his ‘Superman March’ in honour of Ozawa. He said, “If you translate ‘Superman’ from English back into Japanese, ‘Superman’ means Seiji Ozawa.” The audience was moved by his words indicating their deep friendship and the Saito Kinen Orchestra responded to their enthusiasm with a riveting performance. Captured live at the concert in Tokyo, the long-awaited release of this musical celebration of friendship is planned for 3 May, the day before so-called Star Wars Day (‘May the Fourth’). The album includes 11 pieces conducted by Williams and a bonus track, ‘Tributes! (for Seiji), conducted by Denève. The work was composed by Williams in 1999 to honour Ozawa’s 25th anniversary as Music Director of the Boston Symphony Orchestra, and is now being released for the first time worldwide. Later in the year, Deutsche Grammophon will continue to celebrate the art of John Williams with the release of John Williams in Concert, a deluxe and very limited 7LP vinyl box set featuring his latest DG recordings alongside exclusive fan content. The release, available to pre-order on 4 May, will include his historic Vienna, Berlin and Boston concerts as well as the newest addition, John Williams in Tokyo. Parallel to this release, a week-long John Williams celebration will take over STAGE+ featuring selected concerts, both new and from the archive. For more than half a century, John Williams has shaped the history and sound of film music, his instantly memorable themes and consummate orchestrations gracing some of the finest movies of modern times. His extensive catalogue also includes other symphonic and chamber works, as well as innovative adaptations of his own cinematic themes. Jay, Raiders of the SoundtrArk, rpvee and 1 other 2 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bollemanneke 3,349 Posted February 22 Share Posted February 22 So what is this Boston thing they're adding? I say we could still be getting Vienna 2, but woe betide them if it's vinyl exclusive. BB-8 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rpvee 805 Posted February 22 Share Posted February 22 15 minutes ago, bollemanneke said: So what is this Boston thing they're adding? I believe it'll be "Violin Concerto No. 2 & Selected Film Themes", which was recorded in Boston in October 2021. It features the Concerto, along with Theme from The Long Goodbye, Han Solo and the Princess, and Marion's Theme. Notably, the release has no audience applause before and after pieces (except for the Blu-Ray version). BB-8 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marian Schedenig 8,200 Posted February 22 Share Posted February 22 16 minutes ago, bollemanneke said: So what is this Boston thing they're adding? I say we could still be getting Vienna 2, but woe betide them if it's vinyl exclusive. The violin concerto #2 with the extra ASM pieces I expect. BB-8 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BB-8 3,479 Posted February 23 Share Posted February 23 It's actually quite cruel, if not sadistic, to throw something "very limited" at one of the largest fan communities in the classical/orchestral genre. Raiders of the SoundtrArk 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raiders of the SoundtrArk 2,433 Posted February 23 Share Posted February 23 Really glad to get a recording of this Tokyo concert. But what stroke me when reading this was the complete absence of Milan mention, making me wondering if DG was refused to record it and now choose to completely ignore this concert BB-8 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BB-8 3,479 Posted February 23 Share Posted February 23 Judging by the mic layout, Milan was not properly recorded - archival quality likely just for some (obscure) internal use at La Scala as noted elsewhere. It does seem odd given that Chailly and this orchestra are in with DECCA (Universal). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bollemanneke 3,349 Posted February 23 Share Posted February 23 1 hour ago, BB-8 said: It's actually quite cruel, if not sadistic, to throw something "very limited" at one of the largest fan communities in the classical/orchestral genre. I wouldn't worry about that, it's limited now. Once they've sold out, you'll get your 30 mainstream editions. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post bigjimwilson 256 Posted February 23 Popular Post Share Posted February 23 Well. I've made it to another Friday without any big money expenditure on John Williams stuff. Thank goodness. Guess I'll just take a quick look at jwfa....... aww crap. Jurassic Shark, SingeMoisi, Martinland and 5 others 1 6 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thor 7,512 Posted February 23 Share Posted February 23 Maybe this has passed me by in the discussion, but no mention of a Blu-ray from the Tokyo concert, right? I'm still on the lookout for the Berlin and Vienna concerts on Blu-ray, so no hurry or anything, but would be nice to know if one was planned, in addition to the vinyl set. Andy 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marian Schedenig 8,200 Posted February 23 Share Posted February 23 3 hours ago, BB-8 said: It's actually quite cruel, if not sadistic, to throw something "very limited" at one of the largest fan communities in the classical/orchestral genre. Yes, but on the other hand, there doesn't seem to be anything exclusive to its content. And all this extra deluxe premium super limited stuff always seems to be reserved for the lower quality formats (LP) anyway. bollemanneke and MaxTheHouseelf 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BB-8 3,479 Posted February 23 Share Posted February 23 1 hour ago, Marian Schedenig said: Yes, but on the other hand, there doesn't seem to be anything exclusive to its content. And all this extra deluxe premium super limited stuff always seems to be reserved for the lower quality formats (LP) anyway. Yes, and the vinyl quality really hasn't been that grand in the past... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
QuartalHarmony 543 Posted February 23 Share Posted February 23 Did they say… (checks notes) seven LPs? That’s insane, even by 2024 standards. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BB-8 3,479 Posted February 23 Share Posted February 23 Yep, 7 LPs. My concern is that 7 is not enough to include a significant amount of bonus material. Can't quite see the point. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amer 2,110 Posted February 24 Share Posted February 24 I'm sure they are saving the remaining Stephane' tracks for a special edition. But the Blu Ray will have the full show You can't just edit the concert having Seiji Tributes in the beginning. Andy and bollemanneke 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ciarlese 251 Posted February 24 Share Posted February 24 On 23/02/2024 at 12:23 PM, Thor said: Maybe this has passed me by in the discussion, but no mention of a Blu-ray from the Tokyo concert, right? I am feeling confused: are we getting the Blu-ray or not? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve 593 Posted February 24 Share Posted February 24 32 minutes ago, ciarlese said: I am feeling confused: are we getting the Blu-ray or not? Right now only a CD release is announced. The video can be streamed though. No mention of a future Bluray release yet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marian Schedenig 8,200 Posted February 24 Share Posted February 24 10 minutes ago, Steve said: No mention of a future Bluray release yet. Wrong. See the Universal Japan link in this post: Google Translate says: Quote Furthermore, there are also plans to release audio and video products such as CDs and Blu-rays from this Tokyo performance, and details will be announced at a later date. AOP 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve 593 Posted February 24 Share Posted February 24 2 hours ago, Marian Schedenig said: Wrong. See the Universal Japan link in this post: Google Translate says: Ok lets see. Would be fine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post BB-8 3,479 Posted March 8 Popular Post Share Posted March 8 Pre-order alert! Deluxe Edition SACD + Blu-ray. https://www.universal-music.co.jp/john-williams/products/ucgg-9233/ Also at CDJapan. HanFiredFirst, MaxTheHouseelf and Peter Gee 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HanFiredFirst 37 Posted March 8 Share Posted March 8 48 minutes ago, BB-8 said: Pre-order alert! Deluxe Edition SACD + Blu-ray. https://www.universal-music.co.jp/john-williams/products/ucgg-9233/ Also at CDJapan. Yes! Got an email from CDJapan this morning with a pre-order for the SACD - pre-order in! https://www.cdjapan.co.jp/product/UCGG-9233 Amer and BB-8 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BB-8 3,479 Posted March 8 Share Posted March 8 Yet another "March" of resistance? A limited Deluxe Edition can be many things... ...a VARIETY of issues. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MaxTheHouseelf 324 Posted March 8 Share Posted March 8 4 hours ago, BB-8 said: Pre-order alert! Deluxe Edition SACD + Blu-ray. https://www.universal-music.co.jp/john-williams/products/ucgg-9233/ Also at CDJapan. Okay great so the Deluxe Edition SACD actually contains the full concert with all 17 pieces, while the normal CD, Vinyl and digital release have just 12 (what a nonsense decision). Quote This limited deluxe edition includes a 2-CD SACD hybrid set containing all 17 songs performed at the Tokyo concert and a Blu-ray with all live footage. SA-CD hybrid audio specification: DSD 2.0ch Stereo/CD Stereo. Blu-ray Specifications: Single-sided Dual Layer/MPEG4/AVC/COLOR/16:9/1080 High Definition/59.94i/with menu screen. Subtitles: Japanese. Audio Specifications: 1. linear PCM (96kHz/24bit) 2ch STEREO/2. DTS-HD MASTER AUDIO 2.0ch (48kHz/24bit) 5.1ch/ 3. Dolby Atmos (48kHz/24bit) 7.1ch. BB-8 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bollemanneke 3,349 Posted March 8 Share Posted March 8 Bring on the Vienna 2 announcement already. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chewy 2,391 Posted March 8 Share Posted March 8 Is this exclusive to Japan?! 1 hour ago, MaxTheHouseelf said: Okay great so the Deluxe Edition SACD actually contains the full concert with all 17 pieces, while the normal CD, Vinyl and digital release have just 12 (what a nonsense decision). Just like the Berlin concert, right? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BB-8 3,479 Posted March 8 Share Posted March 8 26 minutes ago, Chewy said: Is this exclusive to Japan?! Just like the Berlin concert, right? CDJapan ships internationally. I expect similar editions to emerge in the "West", but think 2×SACD + Bluray is an unlikely format, perhaps 2×CD + Bluray or Bluray AUDIO + Bluray + 1×CD...who knows... My concern is the 7 LP edition... 51 minutes ago, bollemanneke said: Bring on the Vienna 2 announcement already. already? You mean "for heaven's sake". bollemanneke 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom 4,664 Posted March 8 Share Posted March 8 4 hours ago, BB-8 said: ...a VARIETY of issues. I think that he was only on the one issue. BB-8 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bollemanneke 3,349 Posted March 8 Share Posted March 8 2 hours ago, BB-8 said: CDJapan ships internationally. I expect similar editions to emerge in the "West", but think 2×SACD + Bluray is an unlikely format, perhaps 2×CD + Bluray or Bluray AUDIO + Bluray + 1×CD...who knows... My concern is the 7 LP edition... already? You mean "for heaven's sake". Already can mean many things... For heaven's sake, for fuck's sake... BB-8 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy 4,138 Posted March 8 Share Posted March 8 Is this an exclusive thing, or can we expect to order from DG or other retailers? Comes out to about $100US, which is a lot more than I paid for any other DG Blu-Ray. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amer 2,110 Posted March 9 Share Posted March 9 On 24/02/2024 at 10:09 AM, Amer said: I'm sure they are saving the remaining Stephane' tracks for a special edition. But the Blu Ray will have the full show You can't just edit the concert having Seiji Tributes in the beginning. Glad this finally happened. Just ordered the Deluxe Edition with both the SACD and Blu Ray!!! BB-8 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sandor 797 Posted March 10 Share Posted March 10 Was this already posted? Raiders of the SoundtrArk, BB-8 and Dr. Rick 1 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jay 37,369 Posted March 12 Share Posted March 12 I think you were the first to post it, yeah. It's a second single from the album, also on spotify, tidal, etc https://tidal.com/browse/album/348354309 Should probably be on @Bespin's discography along with Superman I guess BB-8 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bespin 8,483 Posted March 12 Share Posted March 12 The comprehensive discography is on jwfan.com now, so you can update it yourself if you want! Or ask @Junion, thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thor 7,512 Posted March 12 Share Posted March 12 Arksquare has pre-order options up. I don't know if that's cheaper or more expensive than more regular vendors, but an alternative anyway: https://www.filmscoremonthly.com/board/posts.cfm?threadID=156391&forumID=1&archive=0 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miguel Andrade 1,263 Posted March 12 Share Posted March 12 I ordered my set with some other stuff from CD Japan, as they already tax me the vat and things go smother with customs. While I didn't do any comparison with Arksquare, had I bough only the Tokyo Concert SACD+BD set, the total would be around 90 euros, VAT for Portugal included (so, no extra custom charges). As I don't believe Arksquare charges you the VAT, you would have do add the expected tax and other custom charges to the final value you would end up paying for the set. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toillion 215 Posted March 12 Share Posted March 12 So you can get the LP by itself without getting the boxset? I love a good boxset but I don’t love double dipping since I already have Berlin and Vienna. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BB-8 3,479 Posted March 13 Share Posted March 13 8 hours ago, Toillion said: So you can get the LP by itself without getting the boxset? I love a good boxset but I don’t love double dipping since I already have Berlin and Vienna. But without double dipping you will miss the bonus vinyl (No. 7). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toillion 215 Posted March 13 Share Posted March 13 On 22/02/2024 at 12:47 PM, rpvee said: I believe it'll be "Violin Concerto No. 2 & Selected Film Themes", which was recorded in Boston in October 2021. It features the Concerto, along with Theme from The Long Goodbye, Han Solo and the Princess, and Marion's Theme. Notably, the release has no audience applause before and after pieces (except for the Blu-Ray version). 6 hours ago, BB-8 said: But without double dipping you will miss the bonus vinyl (No. 7). LPs 1 & 2 Vienna, 3 & 4 Berlin, 5 & 6 Tokyo. That leaves only 1 for Boston. The concerto was previously released on vinyl (but the quality was bad). So it would be kind of disappointing if it was that. The selected film themes was released separately on a 10" since that's only about 16 minutes. It could be that they are putting them together for a single LP but the concerto wouldn't fit on one side. It would be kind of weird having I, II, and III on a side and then IV on side 2. They'd also need new stampers for that. BB-8 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BB-8 3,479 Posted March 13 Share Posted March 13 32 minutes ago, Toillion said: LPs 1 & 2 Vienna, 3 & 4 Berlin, 5 & 6 Tokyo. That leaves only 1 for Boston. The concerto was previously released on vinyl (but the quality was bad). So it would be kind of disappointing if it was that. The selected film themes was released separately on a 10" since that's only about 16 minutes. It could be that they are putting them together for a single LP but the concerto wouldn't fit on one side. It would be kind of weird having I, II, and III on a side and then IV on side 2. They'd also need new stampers for that. So it seems likely it'll just be a repackaging of what we already have. But what could the added fan content be? A printed signature art card? Toillion 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pawel P. 738 Posted March 13 Share Posted March 13 Are we sure that the Japanese Blu-ray is region free? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jurassic Shark 12,079 Posted March 13 Share Posted March 13 7 hours ago, BB-8 said: So it seems likely it'll just be a repackaging of what we already have. But what could the added fan content be? A printed signature art card? A JW screensaver. Toillion and GerateWohl 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bollemanneke 3,349 Posted March 14 Share Posted March 14 Maybe Vienna 1 will be complete on viyl this time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GerateWohl 4,370 Posted March 14 Share Posted March 14 9 hours ago, Jurassic Shark said: A JW screensaver. I want that one! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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