John Williams will one day be listed alongside Bach, Mozart, And Tchaikovsky, as one of the greatest, most influential composers who ever lived

@mysticmouse7261

3 жыл бұрын

He's a great film composer but the composers of the classical past wrote music for its own sake. BTW he borrowed extensively from previous composers.

@annedemol1006

3 жыл бұрын

magnifique c'est du classique , on oublie les fims à grands specracle , ce vu une découverte pour moi

@bigman10239

3 жыл бұрын

@@mysticmouse7261 even so, thats not why the music is great imo. the music is great because it tells a story. john understands this. that is why every classical composer we consider to be great is great. their pieces tell stories, and one needed look no further than dvorak the planets, or the 1812 overture, or even flight of the Valkyries.

@mysticmouse7261

3 жыл бұрын

@@saleconomos473 possibly but Jaws is lifted note for note from a Dvorak' s symphony.

@mysticmouse7261

3 жыл бұрын

@@saleconomos473 kzread.info/dash/bejne/a52gksmFqa-6gNI.html

This man basically wrote the soundtrack of my childhood! A true American Legend!

John William's is our national treasure.

@robertpaisley8643

3 жыл бұрын

they never be another like him in next 100 years.!

@chorlauheung4920

3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely! No question.

@tomprete

3 жыл бұрын

global! he touched my heart with all of his works in germany! that man is alongside all the other greats of all time!

@hbilha

3 жыл бұрын

National treasure... of the Universe. Universal treasure.

@saschasash

3 жыл бұрын

@Atreyee thank you!

Nothing like seeing and hearing the Maestro himself conducting his own

John Williams is a music genius!

@richardscally694

2 жыл бұрын

Yes!!

@alpacino4857

2 жыл бұрын

Einstein (physics) Al Pacino (acting) John Williams (composer) George and Steven (directors)

It staggers my imagination to consider the immeasurable joy John Williams has brought to me over the last 40 years. His brilliant film scores have enhanced many of the favorite films in my life. His contribution is simply massive. He has enriched every film he scored and took those movies to another level. Thank you Maestro for your creative genius!

@Nansbbgrand

2 жыл бұрын

Amen! 🪄🌟💫✨🎵🎶🎶

@johncheek2207

2 жыл бұрын

You may not know this but the 1960's show Lost In Space he wrote the theme for

@georgerickard4915

2 жыл бұрын

Wonderful comment and all I can say is Amen!

@grechan

Жыл бұрын

And, I would submit, joy and pain and this is why he is so great. Schindler's List, as a piece of music. Saving Private Ryan, as a piece of music. These are full of pain. Movie soundtracks are the symphonies of our era and he's written some of the best.

With all his accolades achievements and awards, John Williams has remain humble and grounded, no arrogant ego like many conductors. His brilliant legacy is embedded in many cultures.

I once went to a Williams tribute concert in Tivoli Copenhagen and the conductor said something like "just to put the man's talent and productivity in perspective, he had received just as many Oscar nominations as The Disney Cooperation"...

I was blessed with a 60 year busy career as a studio singer and worked with John Williams on several occasions. While working on Close Encounters, I mentioned how much I loved Star Wars to him, and he said it was a lot of work! I can only imagine. Bravo to all your work, John, and thank for the truly fine person you are!

@bloggaloggs

2 жыл бұрын

Sixty years? You are a legend in your own right!

@tonygibbs35

Жыл бұрын

A master of music a well loved man

@dianalee3059

Жыл бұрын

Thank you, clockleader. I was truly blessed

To say I love this man is truly an understatement. His understanding and use of orchestral instrumentation must have come straight from heaven. And somehow, he manages to thrill us time and time again. I honor and thank God for you Mr. Williams, SIR!

@catherineblack2970

2 жыл бұрын

Brass section and percussion really LOVE his work.

@gaylenemorley916

2 жыл бұрын

Oh yes his music lites me up it’s such beautiful music I day dream with it playing I got a cd with johns music on it yup

@ninjabearpress2574

Жыл бұрын

I'll leave loving John to his wife, but I love his music.

When you love music, it does great things to your health!

The most brilliant American composer in U. S. history.

@robertpaisley8643

3 жыл бұрын

agree he's a genius. what he gave us growing up il treasure it. forever

@kellycoleman715

3 жыл бұрын

@@c3dmf4s “Too crazy”? Who is better?

@maestroclassico5801

2 жыл бұрын

@@kellycoleman715 Williams himself would say Copland. He was very clearly influenced by Copland and has conducted and recorded Copland's music. But ......honestly....Copland (alive until 1990) probably envied John's royalties!

@Mooseman327

2 жыл бұрын

@@kellycoleman715 Ellington.

Felt like I traveled back to 1977, young and happy again.

Where would Star Wars be without the great John williams!

Star Wars, Superman, E.T., Raiders. Home Alone, the list goes on. The man is a damn genius, there is no way around that! God bless him!

@richardscally694

2 жыл бұрын

He has a remarkable talent, what a body of work.

@PoohbearPlus

2 жыл бұрын

@@richardscally694 You're absolutely right about that!

@charlestdennis2797

2 жыл бұрын

Shindlers List, Saving Private Ryan, Harry Potter, et al....

@PoohbearPlus

2 жыл бұрын

@@charlestdennis2797 As I said, the list goes on!

Was 88 yrs. old in February. No sounds of slowing down either. Marvelous.

@catherineblack2970

2 жыл бұрын

I want him to be 100+

Imagine star wars without this

My pick for "Star Wars" is actually for my neighbor on the 2nd Floor of my building, who I hope someday plays for Disney at USC or Sony Music. We don't talk, not even in passing, but our actions and facial expressions say more than words.... This is for you, Colin!

in his 80's still doing it. what a great person.

Is anyone else watching this in crying?

Got cassette player and 2 tapes for Xmas when I was a kid and 2 cassettes. Didn't even ask for it so didn't choose the music, my mom got me Anne Murray and Star wars soundtrack, didn't take long to wear it out. Was late 70's or early 80, don't remember but have loved John Williams since then and music in general. Really love Conan the barbarian soundtrack also, you should check it out if not familiar.

Listening his music makes me feel like I’m in the middle of a movie, tears and goosebumps included. Thank you for your music John Williams ❤️

John Williams has written some of the most amazing soundtracks in all the history of the motion picture industry.

Jon Williams is just a man. but his music is immortal, it will be played until the end of time.

Mention should be made of the many concerts where John Williams has donated his services to support orchestras large, medium, and small. The very act of writing music for full orchestra for films when so many have gone to using three people on electronic synths has employed so many musicians and enriched our musical repertoire. Thank you, John Williams, for all you’ve done!

I’ve been lucky enough to see John Williams with the BSO, and grew up going to the Pops, but I’ve never gotten to Film Night, and it’s my absolute dream.

Love you John Williams the greatest composer of all time

@gregorysingletery2643

2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely one of the greatest composers in the world

I always cry when this music is played. Music should be listened to but felt as well. Cherish our great composers while we still have them.

What a beautiful soul and a class act! His music makes me cry. What a beautiful melody! Touches your child-like heart! If you don’t feel nothing when hearing his music, then you’re made of stone! Gorgeous orchestra!

Yoda theme is absolutely magic. I think that scene in Empire Strikes Back, when Yoda uses the force to get Luke's x-wing out of the swamp to this track, is one of the most magic moment in movie history.

Memorable music of John Williams performed by the Boston Pops? Priceless!!!

John Williams, the Best of the Best.

Without John Williams' music, Star Wars wouldn't be what it is. John gave them a SOUL.

John Williams a living legend !!!

John Williams for ever! #loveJohnWilliams

Listen to that slower tempo! He really is digging in now and is looking for further clarity of notes and rhythms, clean balance, and is now focusing on different and unique voicings that were lost in earlier recordings. Truly it is like witnessing an older Franz List age like the finest of wine. I feel like he has yet to make his own Beethoven's Late String Quartets or Listz's "Sonata in B minor", with their forward looking harmonies and styles and simple but lazer focused melodies. Boston and the BSO and Boston Pops are what truly move and/or inspire him to compose some of the best film music ever made. Also, I agree with Maestro William's comments about the BSO and Boston Pops. Such excellent musicians that have been performing at peak levels for decades. My personal favorite concerts and recordings are from John Williams and the Boston Pop and Symph. Always a very warm and well shaped tone, and excellent communication between conductor and orchestra that is readily conveyed to the audience that creates a sublime listening experience. ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️

I absolutely love seeing professional musicians support each other and give silent “kudos” like the flutist gave after the piccolo solo at 3:06.

I'm sure John Williams isn't from Earth. His compositions REALLY are from the Stars! Long life to him.

As a lifelong low horn player (amateur division) it does a body good to see a 4th horn so prominently featured in this video. You go Sarah Willis!

@23Josilee

4 жыл бұрын

YES.

@william-michaelcostello7776

4 жыл бұрын

That is Sarah!

@kotetsu131

3 жыл бұрын

I know I wondered why she was there! Glad she subbed in!

@DameAlys

3 ай бұрын

4th horn player (high school only), & loved every moment... Just missed having this masterpiece to play!!

Anybody cry watching this clip?

John Williams is a national treasure !

Is that Sarah Willis from the Berlin PO in the Horn section? YES!

John Williams is my man.

I remember going to see John Williams and the Boston Pops at Tanglewood when I was about 15 in 2004. My mom drove me all the way up there to see his concert for my birthday. I'll never forget it. Such a gorgeous venue and an incredible performance.

I believe it is correct to say that film composers have become the Classical Music composers of the last 50 to 75 years, and John Williams is among the very best. Think about it. The great Classical composers of the past would marvel at todays film scores and likely want to try scoring many films themselves.

@catherineblack2970

2 жыл бұрын

I totally agree!! I have always said that the symphonic music of the 20th century and beyond is in the movie music!!

@Koldeman

2 жыл бұрын

100% yes. The operas, commissioned symphonies, & selections composed for a royal court are what the film, stage musical, television, & even video game scores represent in present day vernacular. Its functions are nearly identical, but to the "elite musical connesuer", the "mass media" composer is looked down upon as a lesser artistic endeavor - which is a mistake & history will prove the fallacy of that arrogance/ignorance. One wonders what music lovers will think of contemporary artists like Williams some 2, 3, or 4 hundred years from now. I suspect they will elevate him among the greats of the latter half of the 20th century into the first decades of the 21st. He has left an indelible mark, no doubt about that! What amazes me the most is how he still has so much energy & continuing integrity as a composer going into his 90s! This man is a legend among us.

I enjoy listing to John Williams & Boston Pops When it was on PBS & QM Fm radio & now on KDFC 90.3 fm in San Fran.I have all 9 Films & soundtracks.

Such a magnificent body of work. He is now 89 years old. Bless his heart. What a gift to us all.

Thank you, Mr. Williams, you have blessed many generations!

@swinnburn

4 жыл бұрын

Yourself is a jedi,but in mind I still thinks,but a heart of a warrior of old

When you first hear star wars, super man, etc etc you don't think about this side of the film. But when you see and hear it, you then begin to realise how much music is the films life blood and not just a theme tune

He's excellent in everything he's done and what the future will hold

I just got my tickets in mail to see the Maestro, John Williams for his 90th Bday Celebration at Tanglewood this year! I can't wait to see him in person finally!

John Williams is the biggest star in the music world, a genius.

The camera guy loved Sarah on the French horn, so do we 🥰🥰 Go for it Sarah 🥰🥰 We love French . . . horn 🥰🥰

@richardwilliams473

2 жыл бұрын

Doesn't she play in the Berlin Philharmonic?

@raymondkeck7304

2 жыл бұрын

I agree that the camera guy seemed to be captivated by Sarah but then again so was I. The whole orchestra was wonderful being led by Mr. John Williams! Bravo!!

He is not just an amazing composer who always inspired people a lot by using his wonderful creative talent. He is a truly legend for all of people who willing to appreciate and love music!

Oh that opening first chord of the Star Wars theme….and for that matter, every single nite that follows! Brilliance personified

Music from heaven. “John Williams”, with love, admire, and respect. Thank you.

3:43 i love this part so much

I hope John Williams gets the opportunity to conduct the Berlin Philharmonic, he deserves that honor. He is a musical genius. 😊

@cheatwallstreet263

4 жыл бұрын

Michael Day He really doesn’t need that honor. The Berlin Philharmonic, on the other hand, would be honored to have him.

@wolframflorian

4 жыл бұрын

Well on january 18th 2020 he get's to conduct, as some would argue the best orchestra in the world in one of the greatest concert halls in the world. The vienna Philharmonics in the golden concert hall of the Musikverein in vienna - the world capitol of music.

@brucekuehn4031

4 жыл бұрын

See the Vienna vids - excellent!

@vetlerradio

4 жыл бұрын

@@wolframflorian Is it the world capitol of music in general or only ''classical'' (orchestral, ensemble, modern, contemporary and movie) music?

@kenyoshida6738

4 жыл бұрын

Lincoln center theater

Thank you for your Music Maestro .

F a n t á s t i c o !!! 👏 👏👏

Truly magnificent ...

I was there last summer, at Tanglewood for Film Night. It was announced that John Williams would be there to introduce the program. When he was invited up to the stage after intermission to conduct most of the pieces in the second half of the concert, it was so incredible. The very appreciative Tanglewood audience was on its feet, taking photos and videos and cheering for Maestro John Williams. What a fantastic concert. What an amazing performance by John Williams. A Tanglewood memory that I will always remember.

@foreverraining1522

3 жыл бұрын

Were they wearing masks?

@haroldjackson5858

3 жыл бұрын

I envy you..... Williams is this generations Mozart...

@RafaelMoralesjr73

3 жыл бұрын

What a wonderful honor must have been! Never seen Maestro Williams, but he is certainly a mainstream in my musical heart!

@ikaikaotteman7723

3 жыл бұрын

im not jealous, you are

@sethmascolo1885

3 жыл бұрын

@@foreverraining1522, this was in 2019.

Heros get remembered but legends never die......John you are the best!!!! You sir are the G.O.A.T

He gave us the Theme from Schindler’s List. We really didn’t need anything else so it’s all a plus.

Johnny Williams ' annual Hollywood Bowl concerts just blow me away. He's incredibly good.

12:51 HORNS!!!!!! goosebumps.....

Goosebumps... John Williams is just amazing.

Happy Birthday, Mr. Williams!

The little theme at the end is wonderful as always. BRAVO Mr Williams,and orchestra.

Maestro of Hollywood

You are the Maestro💜🎼🎶🎵💜💜💜💜💜🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻God bless you sir🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻💜💜💜

John Williams is spectacular! One of the best composers, I should say!

@jedijones

Жыл бұрын

Pat Sajak is a fine man too, I must say!

Saw in person,many years ago has always been my favorite....🕊🇺🇲💕

We were fortunate enough to treat our son to Star Wars on Tour concert as a graduation present. Awesome night. Wish it could be done again or at least stream it. We will always remember it. Thank you for your fantastic music Mr. Williams.

Boston POPS! John Williams and all the Directors! Awesome 👍🏾 one of my favorite film themes

JOHN WILLIAMS IS A GENIUS

A great music maker for movies etc may god help him in his 90th year

John Williams is the greatest American composer and conductor, including Bernstein. I love the way he speaks, his totally American sound. He represents the best our culture has to offer, in the midst of a culture that is otherwise in decline.

I was at this concert! It was my first time seeing him in person. Good memories.

The one and only. There will never be another like him.

@kellycoleman715

3 жыл бұрын

There was a Gambino who was principal violinist (concertmaster) in the Midland/Odessa (Texas) Symphony and Chorale decades ago and he occasionally conducted the orchestra. Are you related to him by any chance? I think his name was James Gambino.

@ralphgambino7845

3 жыл бұрын

@@kellycoleman715 hi. There is no relation.

Absolutely a bucket list event for me.

Amazing. Thank you all!!!!@

You can listen (and you all probably have) to many good orchestras playing John Williams' film pieces. But when you listen to the Bostonians directed by the Maestro himself, well... with each body movement, even the most miniscule one, they are basically saying: here's how it should be played, and here's how it should sound. It's EXACTLY like in the CDs we all have at our homes - when you put them in your hifi unit - the music you hear will be EXACTLY the same. Like I said, many great orchestras in the world have played these pieces, but we all can hear the tiny (and not so tiny) differences and nuances and we;re like: oh, OK, I get it, it sounds a bit off here and there. But when you listen to this... man! it's not a concert. It's more like being presented with the fidelity and truth of the purest form.

Mr Williams represents the best in his craft. He illuminates the films so that you always remember. A legend and proudly, an American treasure who brings endless joy. I can’t find a favorite composition! I love them all. Thank you for sharing this. Never tire of his pieces and to watch them played-yikes.

he’s one of the most important members of hollywood if not the most!

I listened to Yoda’s Theme over and over when I was staying in Hawaii years ago and hearing it now is overwhelmingly nostalgic. So beautiful. Thank you, John

Just saw him tonight at Tanglewood! What a treat and a check off my bucket list! The man, the myth, the legend and the genius!

Very, very good!!!! Congratulations!

Saw him a few years ago and was blown away.. Ty maestro!

John Williams the great movie score genius,that word is given out sometimes when not necessary but in Johns case it should be double genius because he has given so much joy not just to me but ten of millions of people but doing something non aggressive that has bought the world together and that is his legacy,long my it continue.

John Williams GENIUS THANK YOU JOHN WILLIAMS GREAT

Amazing! Brilliant! Much loved and appreciated!

No wonder it sounds so authentic.... it's the Boston Pops! 👏👏👏

@nancyhanson1433

2 жыл бұрын

Better believe it 💯

Why can't we get the whole concert like this to stream online? I'd pay.

@willbrown3760

4 жыл бұрын

Any responses. I’m in to pay too

@jealouskitten5981

4 жыл бұрын

Me too

@swinnburn

4 жыл бұрын

You seem tame,but force make you strong still as must

@rosauracruz9585

4 жыл бұрын

Yep same

@nigethejedimaster

3 жыл бұрын

Even to buy on DVD or Blu-ray would be very welcomed. I'd pay for that too.

Espectacular 👏🏻

Absolutely stunning performance!!!! Thank you !!!!

Bravo!!!!!!!!!

Master of his art amazing composer!!!!

The Boston Pops are always fantastic. They never disappoint. My heart needed this. Thanks!

11:00 Simply beautiful!