John Williams Birthday Celebration

Sunday, February 18, 2024
Monday, February 19, 2024

John Morris Russell, Conductor

Music Director, John Morris Russell leads the HHSO in a celebration of the incomparable, John Williams, including iconic selections from Harry Potter, Jaws, Jurassic Park, and Schindler’s List. The program’s centerpiece will be a suite of selections representing the entire Star Wars Saga, telling the chronological story of the films through Williams’ ingenious use of themes and leitmotivs. This is a musical event for the entire family and film buffs of all ages.     PROGRAM: Raiders March The Shark Theme from JAWS Theme from Jurassic Park Theme from Schindler’s List (for cello) Olympic Fanfare and Theme Air on Simple Gifts Harry Potter and Sorcerer’s Stone Star Wars Suite Main Theme/Flag Parade from Phantom Menace Across the Stars from Attack of the Clones Battle of the Heroes from Revenge of the Sith Princess Leia’s Theme from A New Hope Imperial March from Empire Strikes Back Luke and Leia from Return of the Jedi Jedi Steps & Finale from The Force Awakens