In this first installment of the Hook – The Ultimate Edition podcast special on The Legacy of John Williams, soundtrack producer Mike Matessino sits down to talk about the genesis of Steven Spielberg’s 1991 fantasy epic, its place within the director’s filmography…
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Mike Matessino and John Takis Talk ‘Heidi/Jane Eyre’ 2CD Set (New Podcast at The Legacy of John Williams)
In this new podcast conversation, soundtrack producer Mike Matessino and film music writer John Takis talk the history of these two early landmark John Williams’ scores, offering insights and reflections on the special quality and the timelessness of both scores, how they sits in…
John Williams and Anne-Sophie Mutter Interview on CNN 12/11/2023 (VIDEO)
“In their cherished collaboration, the violin virtuoso and the world’s most acclaimed film composer build musical bridges through their personal connection.” Watch the interview on CNN.com Discuss this topic in our forums
‘How Composer John Williams Found that the ‘Indiana Jones’ Sequel Was His Own Destiny’ (LA Times Article)
Now in his 10th decade, Williams had nothing left to prove and no obligation to score a new Indiana Jones film. For the first time, his forever-collaborator Steven Spielberg wasn’t even directing. So why get back in the saddle? “Very…
Jon Burlingame Interviews John Williams on Disney’s ‘For Scores’ Podcast
John Williams shares the experience of hearing his scores come to life in the new episode of the Disney For Scores Podcast Legendary composer John Williams talks with host Jon Burlingame about his latest film score for Disney’s Indiana Jones and the…
Mike Matessino Talks ‘The Lost World’ and ‘Amistad’ Expanded Editions (Podcast at The Legacy of JW)
Producer Mike Matessino returns to talk the remastered and expanded editions of two impressive scores from the Steven Spielberg/John Williams collaboration, recently released by La-La Land Records. Hosted by Maurizio Caschetto and Tim Burden. Special Guest: Jason LeBlanc, project assistant…
Mike Matessino Talks John Williams’ Career
On June 30, Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny opened in theaters. The fifth and final Indiana Jones adventure featured a new score by legendary film composer John Williams. With Williams signaling his readiness for retirement from film scoring,…
John Williams and Gustavo Dudamel at the Hollywood Bowl, July 7-9, 2023 – Reviews, Photos and Videos
“MAESTRO OF THE MOVIES: JOHN WILLIAMS WITH THE L.A. PHIL” July 7, 2023, Hollywood Bowl, CA Los Angeles Philharmonic Orchestra conducted by JOHN WILLIAMS and Gustavo Dudamel Bing Wang, violin – Cal State Fullerton University Singers – Los Angeles Children’s Chorus…
James Mangold on the Music of ‘Indiana Jones and The Dial Of Destiny’ (Audio Interview)
Director James Mangold discusses John Williams’ score for Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny in the latest episode of Soundtracking with Edith Bowman: James Mangold on the Music of Indiana Jones and The Dial Of Destiny See also: Indiana…
John Williams on ‘Indiana Jones’ and His Favorite Scores (NYT Article)
When the New York Philharmonic honored the work of the film composer John Williams this past spring, the director Steven Spielberg introduced a clip of the opening scenes of Raiders of the Lost Ark — without the music. The effect,…