Legacy Conversations: Joanne Pearce Martin

LA Phil Principal Pianist/Keyboardist talks about her unique experience of recording the piano solos for Steven Spielberg’s The Fabelmans, including the original score by John Williams

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History In The Making: The Spielberg/Williams Collaboration

Producer Mike Matessino returns to discuss the soundtrack reissues of three classic John Williams/Steven Spielberg collaborations, reflecting on the significance of such a unique relationship between composer and director.

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Heavens and Dreamscapes: ‘Always’ and ‘Images’

Soundtrack Producer Mike Matessino discusses two classic John Williams’ film scores recently remastered: Steven Spielberg’s 1989 aviation drama Always and Robert Altman’s 1972 cult classic Images

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L.A. Studio Legends: Dan Higgins

Legendary saxophonist and woodwind specialist talks his career as studio musician in Los Angeles, from his early days as session player to his collaborations with John Williams, including the stunning alto saxophone solos for Steven Spielberg’s 2002 film Catch Me If You Can

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“They’re Already Here”: John Williams and ‘War of the Worlds’

Soundtrack record producer Mike Matessino discussing his restoration work on John Williams’s thrilling score for the sci-fi classic directed by Steven Spielberg in 2005

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#WilliamsWeek 2020: Day 1

It’s #WilliamsWeek! Like last year, we celebrate the birthday of legendary composer John Williams for the whole week with a quote and a piece of music every day from today until February 8, the day in which the Maestro will turn 88. We want to celebrate him on this special occasion both with his words and his music, something that continues to be a great source inspiration for many musicians, listeners and music lovers all around the world.

Today, the focus is on the unique collaboration with his long-time artistic partner Steven Spielberg.

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John Williams and Steven Spielberg (photo courtesy of Sony Classical © 2017)
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