30 years after his last visit to Japan, John Williams returned for a special concert - making his debut with the world-famous Saito Kinen Orchestra in renditions of his beloved film scores and reuniting with his longtime friend, world-renowned conductor Seiji Ozawa (1935-2024). Captured live on record at Suntory Hall in 2023. The first single, 'Superman March' celebrates the composer in the week of his 92nd birthday along with a music video of the performance. Captured live at the concert in Tokyo, the album includes 11 pieces conducted by John Williams and a bonus track, `Tributes! (for Seiji)' composed by John Williams for Seiji Ozawa, conducted by Stéphane Denève.
Track Listing:
1. Superman March (From 'Superman') - Saito Kinen Orchestra
2. Hedwig's Theme (From 'Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone) - Saito Kinen Orchestra
3. Fawkes the Phoenix (From 'Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets') - Saito Kinen Orchestra
4. Harry's Wondrous World (From 'Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone') - Saito Kinen Orchestra
5. Theme (From 'Schindler's List') - Saito Kinen Orchestra
6. The Rebellion Is Reborn (From 'Star Wars: The Last Jedi') - Saito Kinen Orchestra
7. Princess Leia's Theme (From 'Star Wars: A New Hope') - Saito Kinen Orchestra
8. Throne Room & Finale (From 'Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back') - Saito Kinen Orchestra
9. Yoda's Theme (From 'Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back') - Saito Kinen Orchestra
10. Raiders March (From 'Raiders of the Lost Ark') - Saito Kinen Orchestra
11. The Imperial March (From 'Star Wars: The Emperor Strikes Back') - Saito Kinen Orchestra
12. Tributes! (For Seiji) - Saito Kinen Orchestra
Year of Production:
2024
