Month: June 2011

Pittsburgh, June 25, 2011

“The cheering began before the music Friday evening at Heinz Hall, Downtown. But then, composer John Williams was walking to the podium to conduct the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra in an evening of his film music.” – Full review at PittsburghLive.com – Concert reports…

‘War Horse’ Teaser Trailer Reveals John Williams Music

The teaser trailer for Steven Spielberg’s War Horse features the main theme from John Williams’ score for the movie. You can watch the teaser below, as well as on the film’s Official Site. (Click here for downloadable HD versions of the teaser). War Horse will…

Williams Funds New Tanglewood Sculptures

LENOX, Mass.—A sculpture of composer Aaron Copland will be unveiled at Tanglewood. His is the first in a series of sculptures of Tanglewood’s most iconic music figures planned for permanent display on the grounds. – Full article at The Boston Globe…

Williams Interview on Boston TV

John Williams was recently interviewed by JC Monahan for WCVB TV’s “People to Watch”. The interview will air next Tuesday, June 21 at 7:30 PM and will be available online at a later date.

Detroit Symphony to Perform Cello Concerto

On May 17, 18 & 19, 2012, the Detroit Symphony Orchestra conducted by Leonard Slatkin will perform John Williams’ Concerto for Cello and Orchestra (full details at the orchestra’s website). A complete list of concerts where Williams’ film music is performed can…