Salute to John Williams

Movie fans rejoice when they see “music by John Williams” in the opening credits.  For decades, Williams’ iconic compositions have transported audiences to wondrous cinematic worlds.  Musicfest celebrates the work of one of America’s most accomplished and successful film composers with favorite selections from Jurassic Park, the Harry Potter movies, Raiders of the Lost Ark, Star Wars and more.

ALL-JOHN WILLIAMS PROGRAM:

1984 Los Angeles Olympic Fanfare and Theme
“Raiders March” from Raiders of the Lost Ark
“Somewhere in my Memory” from Home Alone
Phoenix Children’s Chorus; Troy Meeker, director
Music from The Patriot
Music from Lincoln
“Hymn to the Fallen” from Saving Private Ryan
Canyon Choral Society; Dr. Juan de Dios Hernandez, director
E.T. Adventures on Earth
Intermission
Music from Jurassic Park
“Dry Your Tears, Africa!” from Amistad
Phoenix Children’s Chorus
STAR WARS: SUITE
“Duel of the Fates” from Episode I. The Phantom Menace
Canyon Choral Society
“Across the Stars” from Episode II. Attack of the Clones
“Battle of the Heroes” from Episode III. Revenge of the Sith
Canyon Choral Society
“Leia’s Theme” from Episode IV. A New Hope
“Imperial March” from Episode V. The Empire Strikes Back
“Rey’s Theme” from Episode VII. The Force Awakens
“Throne Room and End Title” from Episode IV. A New Hope

This concert is generously sponsored by Robert Swanson and Cynthia Shevlin.