JOHN WILLIAMS AND “THE PRESIDENT’S OWN” Marine Band Sunday, July 16 | 2 PM Col. Jason K. Fettig, conducting; John Williams, guest conducting John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, Washington, DC The Marine Band’s 225th anniversary celebration continues…
In Kenya, the advent of M-Pesa, a mobile money service, has transformed various sectors, including online gambling. This change has led to the rise of M-Pesa online casinos which have become a prominent feature of the country's digital entertainment landscape. These casinos provide a platform for players to deposit, wager, and withdraw funds directly from their mobile phones, eliminating the need for traditional banking methods. The simplicity and convenience offered by M-Pesa have attracted a large number of users, thereby stimulating the growth of the online gambling sector in Kenya. Furthermore, M-Pesa's integration with online casinos has fostered financial inclusion by enabling users, including those without access to traditional banking systems, to participate in online gaming. With its emphasis on security, ease, and speed of transactions, M-Pesa continues to contribute significantly to the online casino industry, marking a pivotal shift in how Kenyans engage in online gaming.
Boston Symphony Orchestra Digitizing John Williams’ Live Radio Broadcasts (1979-1991)
BOSTON (AP) — An effort to digitize more than 200 Boston Pops radio broadcasts conducted by John Williams from 1979 until 1991 is almost complete, the Boston Symphony Orchestra announced Wednesday, Williams’ 91st birthday. The project to preserve 233 live…
John Williams Turns 91 Today!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY, MAESTRO! In his 91st birthday year, John Williams will remain as active as ever with multiple live performances across the US and a special concert in Japan in September! Thank you Mr. Williams for making the world a…
‘Maestro of the Movies’ at the Hollywood Bowl: Williams and Dudamel to Conduct the LA Phil on July 7-9, 2023
John Williams and Gustavo Dudamel will conduct the Los Angeles Philharmonic Orchestra in the annual ‘Maestro of the Movies’ concerts at the Hollywood Bowl on July 7, 8 and 9, 2023. Williams and Dudamel will be joined by Bing Wang…
John Williams to Conduct the SKO in Japan, September 2, 2023
On September 2, 2023, John Williams will conduct the Saito Kinen Orchestra in Matsumoto, Japan, as part of the Seiji Ozawa Matsumoto Festival, in a program that will include music from Star Wars, E.T., and Harry Potter and more. Tickets for the festival…
Deutsche Grammophon Releases ‘Fawkes the Phoenix’, ‘Sound the Bells!’ and ‘March of the Resistance’ from John Williams’ 2022 Vienna Concerts
Deutsche Grammophon has released digitally the live performances of Fakes the Phoenix, Sound the Bells! and March of the Resistance from the John Williams concert that took place on March 12 & 13 of this year: The label previously released…
Tanglewood ’23 Concert Dates Announced
On August 5, John Williams and David Newman will conduct the Boston Pops Orchestra in a selection of Williams’ works for the annual Film Night at Tanglewood. Three days later, on August 8, Williams will join Keith Lockhart and Andris…
John Williams Concert with Yo-Yo Ma in Philadelphia, Feb. 20, 2024
On February 20, 2024, John Williams will conduct the Philadelphia Orchestra in a program that will include the 2021 revision of his ‘Concerto for Cello and Orchestra’, performed by Yo-Yo Ma, as well as a selection of the Maestro’s own…
John Williams Receives 53rd Oscar Nomination for ‘The Fabelmans’
John Williams received his 53rd Academy Award Nomination for the original score to Steven Spielberg’s The Fabelmans, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced on Tuesday. Spielberg’s latest film received a total of 7 nominations, including Best Picture,…
Steven Spielberg: “We’re Making a Documentary on John Williams’ Life” (UPDATED with Official Announcement)
John Williams Documentary in the Works from Steven Spielberg, Imagine John Williams, the legendary screen composer behind some of the most recognized movie themes of all time, is now the subject of a feature-length documentary, with his long-time collaborator Steven…
John Williams’ ‘Fanfare for the Vienna Philharmonic Ball’ Premieres on January 19
On January 19, Anton Mittermayr will conduct members of the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra in the World Premiere of John Williams’ “Fanfare for the Vienna Philharmonic Ball”. The piece will be performed right after the traditional Richard Strauss Fanfare at the…
The Fabelmans UK Pre-release Screening Ticket Giveaway! (UPDATED)
Congratulations to our contest winners! The three winners have been contacted and will attend the pre-release screening of The Fabelmans in London on Thursday, January 19. The movie will be released in UK cinemas on January 27. Check out more…