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John Williams

The Most Famous Olympic Theme John Williams DIDN’T Write

The Most Famous Olympic Theme John Williams DIDN’T Write

You may know that John Williams composed the music that has been heard on every television broadcast of the Olympic Games since the Los Angeles Olympics in 1984. But did you know he didn’t write all of it?

02/16/2026
Classical Californians: Tim Greiving

Classical Californians: Tim Greiving

Tim Greiving is a journalist and the author of John Williams: A Composer’s Life and this week's Classical Californian.

09/03/2025
A Piano-Centric “Fabelmans” Score by John Williams

A Piano-Centric “Fabelmans” Score by John Williams

John Williams discusses his 53rd Oscar nomination for The Fabelmans, his close relationship with Steven Spielberg, and the unique piano-focused score he created for the film.

03/03/2023
A Magical Half-Century Partnership

A Magical Half-Century Partnership

John Williams and Steven Spielberg reflect on their 50-year cinematic collaboration, discussing iconic films and scores, and hinting at future projects.

01/19/2023
From Meeting John Williams to Self-Producing a #1 Album

From Meeting John Williams to Self-Producing a #1 Album

LA Phil Principal Trumpet, Thomas Hooten, records John Williams' Concerto for Trumpet and Orchestra. The self-produced album, conducted by Williams, debuted at #1 on iTunes classical chart.

04/01/2019
A Pioneer in the “Star Wars” Galaxy

A Pioneer in the “Star Wars” Galaxy

This article discusses the unique aspects of "Rogue One: A Star Wars Story," focusing on its standalone narrative, absence of Jedi, and Michael Giacchino's impactful score.

04/01/2019
John Williams Donates Scores to Juilliard

John Williams Donates Scores to Juilliard

John Williams, renowned film composer, has donated his extensive library of scores to The Juilliard School. He also revealed plans to score one final Star Wars movie.

05/22/2018

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