“Without John Williams, bikes don’t really fly, nor do brooms in Quidditch matches, nor do men in red capes. There is no Force, dinosaurs do not walk the Earth, we do not wonder, we do not weep, we do not believe.”
Anthony Puhl It was! I’ve played with lots of stars in the classical music world, but John Williams is the Jedi Master. We were all totally star struck.
In Cinema, there is no greater conductor and composer than John Williams. Through his scores, we have believed in magic and wizards, scene the awe of dinosaurs roam the earth once more, watched as a boy, a princess and a ruffian save an entire galaxy, and teach us that our wildest dreams are possible.
This was super hard for George to do because he is most definitely a socially awkward introvert. But Carrie's passing hit us all so hard, I'm glad he stepped up to the plate and talked to the fans here. You can hear his voice crack here and there so I know it was very difficult for him, but great respect to him for doing it.
The "Help me Obi Wan Kenobi" speech still makes me tear up when she says it. Great tribute to her mom. Such a tragic loss, and even more so because Carrie's own mother died the following day, no doubt of a broken heart.
And today I came back to hear John Williams play the STAR WARS theme because I just got the news that I am now a great aunt. This video is a celebration of STAR WARS and the life of Carrie Fisher, but the music is just so right for new life too. So I'm listening to this because I have a new "great" niece, daughter of my youngest nephew and his wife. The baby was just born this evening.
It was amazing, for sure. We had also played with Mr. Williams conducting when Harry Potter opened at Universal. That was cool, too, but playing Star Wars with him conducting was so exciting. We didn't know until the night before that he would be conducting when he showed up half way through our rehearsal with a "regular" conductor.
the look on John's face as the theme music started and he heard the crowd. thats a man that appreciates the art he's made and the impact its had on peoples lives.
He’s an extremely humble man. Like most musicians, he wears his heart on his sleeve and never thinks he’s achieved perfection except in moments like this
@@peterweatherley7669 Hans Zimmer says that he always wants to tweak some little things after his work is done. These people are never 100% happy with their work and that's good. That's the artist's spirit.
@@Bearical that's not necessarily true. Artists are very different from to the other in all fields. Some are very good at letting go and being content with what they've created. Some are very happy with some of their works. For example, you have Harrison Ford who was NEVER that big of a Star Wars fan - but you had Mark Hammill who was and is as big of a fan as the rest of us. Ford just saw Han Solo as work. Another role. Mark always exudes tremendous pride and love for Luke, his role he played, and the movies they were. Williams really does strike me as proud of what he accomplished and doesn't feel the need to change anything but rather play it like it was/is.
I love the reaction the audience had when they saw John Williams. His music lifted SW to what it is and always will be.. Lucas was right, he made the secret sauce to SW.
Lucas said in one interview that he had very high expectations when he made Star Wars, and the only thing that exceeded his expectations was the music of John Williams.
I thought the smirk was, "That's the most involuntary cheering I've ever heard. They know they're supposed to be quiet, but they hear that ONE note with a triangle behind it and everything breaks loose."
The opening theme will always be remember by many, especially by the Star Wars fans. The theme is truly magnificent. Big respect with the maestro Mr. John Williams and the musicians. He’s truly a Legend 😇🙏
When Billy started reciting Leia's message... man, that gets me. Carrie knew that thing like the back of her hand. She could probably say it backwards if she had to.
You can REALLY tell that George does not relish the thought of talking in public. But, he did it anyway, and my hat's off to him for that. You could also hear him almost choke up a little at the very beginning. Still such a shock. I really hope her part in SW:TLJ is worthy of her and her character. Oh, and John Williams is THE MAN!
That me sequels were absolutely horrific...but that doesn’t change how AMAZING the originals are, of course without John Williams the magic wouldn’t have been half as great. They should’ve just left it alone
I get the chills of the Star Wars music John Williams has created. It is soooo beautiful, emotional, magical... it is pure magic. It allows us to dream, to be inspired, to simply put... smile. Thank you John, for giving us real magic. Rest In Peace, Carrie. Truly our Princess, always.
You know what? Sometimes we think that certain emotions depends on associations - I mean, these were the Star Wars musics, I pretty much grew up watching those movies - but most of the time with John Williams it's quite the opposite... those feelings were *that* strong back then, thanks to his powerful and imaginative soundtrack... when I listen to these themes I don't think to any particular moment of the movies, it's more like listening to some condensed Čajkovskij's Symphony. Williams is truly one of the greatest composer of the 20th century.
14:05 I LOVE the look on his face at this moment. It's the look of his realization that the culmination of his life's work is so incredibly and wonderfully appreciated. I like to think, in that moment, that he got to see Star Wars fans' raw reaction to one of the music scores that raised generation (or two).
It's actually 3 generations now, my Dad was in school when Star Wars came out, I was in school when the prequels came out and now my kids are in school growing up enjoying those two trilogies!
I don't care how many times I've watched this, I still tear up at the start of each piece. One out of sadness and one out of pure joy. Let's face it, the Imperial March is just badass and could never bring a tear...lol Thank you Maestro Williams, thank you for everything.
Princess Leia is my sentimental favorite Star Wars character, because as a 4-year-old girl in 1977, I admire this beautiful, dark haired woman who is this badass, tough warrior and hero. She fought along side the big boys. No! These big men, Chewbaca, a droid and R2D2. Billie’s beautiful and what a beautiful fashion tribute to her mother’s iconic role. I was moved to tears when Billie said Princess Leia’s first lines in her first scene in the original film.
John Williams IS Star Wars, just as Carrie was Princess Leia. This is so tender and beautiful. Billie's words were touching as well. It's clear she carries a great deal of her mother within her.
Listening to the beauty of John Williams astonishing music just had me in total tears in less than a minute... "Death is a natural part of life. Rejoice for those who transform into the Force." Because the Force will be with her. Always.
On a side note . . . John Williams is as adept at conducting a rowdy audience as he is with an orchestra! A finger to his lips is all is needed! Respect is obvious here!
George Lucas and John Williams are two of the greatest artists of all time. They were responsible for the best monents of many of our childhoods. This is the best tribute that Carrie Fisher couldve received from the Creator and his Musical Maestro.
12:11 Just amazing, only John Williams is able to produce a piece of music that has touched the souls of millions. Carrie lives on whenever we hear this track and it’s truly touching. May the force always be with her.
I'm starting a time stamp post for the different tracks. Feel free to add in suggestions and help me out on this. 9:14 Princess Leia's Theme 14:03 Main Title / Rebel Blockade /Runner Medley 15:41 Imperial Attack 20:53 Imperial March
I had the great fortune to be in that room on that day, and after all these years, I STILL never tire of watching this video... What I am about to type here will seem a little "redundant", but please "humor me", and allow me to describe this first-hand experience anyway for those who may not be aware of the FULL circumstances or context of this historic SW moment... My brother and I had one of the most joyous surprises of our lives when we went to Star Wars Celebration in Orlando, Florida in April of 2017.. Let me set the scene.. After camping out OVERNIGHT, my brother and I were TWO of the lucky 3000 people to be able to get into the "Star Wars 40th Anniversary" panel, which was the following morning... We literally had to get online for this panel a good 18 HOURS before it EVEN STARTED just to insure that we would get in, as there was only a 3000 person capacity! Well, the panel was EPIC, and just when I thought that it couldn't get ANY better, what with getting to see George Lucas, Harrison Ford, Mark Hamill, Anthony Daniels, Peter Mayhew, Billy Dee Williams, and all of the other celebrities that were in attendance... Well, at the end of the panel, there was a very touching tribute to Carrie Fisher, who had sadly passed away about 4 months prior to this convention, led by George Lucas and Fisher's daughter, Billie Lourd... AND THEN... WELL... THEN IT HAPPENED... At the VERY END of the tribute, as you see in this video, the backstage curtains parted, and onstage, behind the curtains... THERE WAS JOHN WILLIAMS, accompanied by the Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra! Well, let me tell you, the audience simply went ABSOLUTELY BALLISTIC at this UNBELIEVABLE surprise, screaming, clapping and cheering like utter MANIACS... We simply COULDN'T believe our eyes... NO ONE had a CLUE that he would be there!... The Maestro turned to us with a BIG smile, and without saying a SINGLE word, simply raised his finger to his lips, mimicking a polite "Shhh"... And you'd be amazed how INSTANTANEOUSLY SILENT that room got... and there were 3000 of us packed in there! As for me, I was literally TREMBLING at what I just KNEW was about to happen... Williams raised his baton, and suddenly the Orlando Philharmonic was playing Princess Leia's Theme... Believe me when I say that there wasn't a DRY EYE in the house, including those of my brother and myself (you could HEAR the joyous sobbing emanating throughout the room!). After a thunderous standing ovation, he then launched into the Star Wars Main Title... and we all went INSANE again! George Lucas then came back onto the stage and introduced John Williams as "The secret sauce of Star Wars" and "The greatest composer in the Universe", and Williams wrapped up the "surprise mini-concert" with the Imperial March from The Empire Strikes Back... As 1st generation STAR WARS mega-fans, who have been ones ever since we first saw the original film in 1977 when we were kids (I was just 10-years-old, and my brother was 7-years-old), this ENTIRE convention, and in particular this 40th Anniversary panel, was a VERY SPECIAL moment in time for us that we got to share TOGETHER, and we will ALWAYS cherish it and NEVER forget it... For those of you who haven't seen it, here is a link to the FULL 40th Anniversary panel that preceded this surprise John Williams tribute ruclips.net/video/dTqmkkw22vs/видео.html&pp=ygUaNDB0aCBhbm5pdmVyc2FyeSBzdGFyIHdhcnM%3D
I know it's like this for alot of people but I just wanna share why John Williams' music means so much to me. I saw my first star wars movie at 8 years old. I watched all the movies in the span of about a week at that time (in order, mind you). I played all the video games. The original battlefront games, lego star wars, force unleashed, and I'm still playing Battlefront II despite its many flaws. This music is quite literally the soundtrack of my life. These songs and scores have been with me from a very young age. When I hear them, I know I am hearing a piece of timeless music that means so much to so so many people. I am so glad that Star Wars is a part of my life and I am so thankful to my Dad for introducing me to Star Wars and answering all my Star Wars questions when we were watching all the movies together. I'll always be thankful to my Dad for that. These songs still reach the 8 year old kid inside me today and bring back so many good memories. I would always watch the movies (usually the Original Trilogy) on the portable dvd player we had in our car when we took long trips. I remember when my grandmother gifted me the box set of the original trilogy. It was the best gift I ever received to this day it sits on my shelf in my bedroom 12 years later. This music captures a part of me that will never change. My love for this franchise, through thick and thin, is unedning, and this music really is and always will be the soundtrack of my life.
Thomas Daniel I literarily agree with everything you just said. Carrie, Mark, and Harrison have touched my life everyday. when I found out about Carries passing, I cried. My screen on my phone goes between those three. I write how many days Carrie has been gone on my calendar. I watch Carries “Wishful Drinking,” everyday when I have extra time. There had not been one night in a long time where I have not fallen asleep to this soundtrack. R.I.P Carrie Fisher ❤️
I never thought I would ever see John Williams conduct live in my life. Never had a way to get to the Hollywood Bowl and see him. I’m so fortunate that I was able to be in the room when this happened.
Luckily I live on the East Coast and he plays there and the Hollywood Bowl exclusively every year so I got to see him perform a few years back. Bucket list moment! He basically did this performance along with E.T., Indiana Jones and a few others. It was amazing!
i remember watching this live during SWC, and laughed at how quickly john quieted the audience.... then the music started... and I wept like a baby as I whispered "It's Leia's theme" all these years later and I still cry during that piece. It's always been so beautiful but even more so now. Music really has the power to move people with such greatness, and John Williams is a master of his craft. To quote Sir Elton John, Carrie, his gift is his song, and this one's for you..... to all of us, you will always be royalty
This music... the life blood of three generations. Chilling, gripping, uplifting, brilliant...the heart of the story. Carries theme is truly perfect for her. Also, when Jedi Master John Williams is conducting, it SHALL be perfect, and everyone SHALL cry.
I'm 76 years old, I saw New Hope when it first came out, and all the rest. My eyes still tear up when I think of the princess Carrie - Leah. I miss her not being in the world. I so much would have wanted to meet her.
It doesn't matter where I am or what I'm doing, Maestro Williams music gives me chills. I hope he knows what a thrill his music is and what it means to all of us. Bless you, Mr. Williams.
Amazing moment when those curtains open Leia's theme comes in, with John Williams there conducting. Would loved to have been there, saw it live during the stream at least.
I really didn’t enjoy this sequel trilogy. But the one highlight I had to look forward to was John Williams. He’s so brilliant his music is heavy and fills me with emotions. He is the GOAT.
The sequels were alright overall, but enjoyable, IMO. But I, along with the vast majority of SW fans can agree on is that John Williams made some god-tier music for the movies. This man can do no wrong.
This just goes to show John Williams completely understands not only his art, but the characters and themes his art portrays as well. 12:11 is a perfect example. The high pitched strings are a call to Leia's sensitive and caring nature, with the horns reminding you of her much bolder side, her willingness to stand and fight for what she believes in, even against an entire empire. The scale of the song gives a sense of mystery, like that of a distant galaxy, showing that Leia is not afraid to venture into the unknown if it means going after what is significant to her. TL;DR John Williams wrote a song that perfectly sums up our princess. But you guys knew that already.
I grew up watching Star Wars. The series represents my childhood. Carrie Fisher will always be remembered as our princess and general. But when John Williams himself started conducting leia’s theme, I was fighting tears. May the force be with us all!
John Williams was one of the main reasons I choose to play French Horn in the first place many years ago and as a new professional player about to start in an orchestra job, it’s my dream to play under Mr. Williams baton one day. His music is inspirational to many generations!!
This takes me right back to Friday night, a 4 hour wait even after one full week had passed since opening night in 1977. Twin North / Twin South Hicksville, Long Island New York. Two of only a handful of 70mm screens on the entire island. 12 rows back from the front of the theater and the Star Destroyer hits the screen; we were all in awe!!! I so wish today's generation had a chance to see this movie the way all of these movies were intended to be seen. Thank you George Lucas, John Williams, and the entire cast and crew that made this possible.
I saw him live at the Hollywood Bowl where all I could afford were the nosebleed seats, and noticed that, too. As soon as his hands went up, everyone shut up instantly. He even lowered his hands and brought them up again just to play with that power. We loved it so much. It was like the ultimate respect for the Master. However, as soon as that first orchestra hit for "Luke's Theme" struck the air, the crowd erupted in cheers. Same with the Imperial March. It's an automatic response ingrained into the souls of all of us fans --whether we identify personally with the Light Side or the Dark Side, we love it all.
Carrie's daughter hit it out of the park with her speech right on the money such a great tribute. Were on the eve of the Solo release and on this eve of the new release she's still sorely missed RIP Carrie
This video was right in the feelings. From Carrie's daughter to his honor John f-ing Williams showing up to the final second of this video. F-ing masterpiece. Well done.
I can't imagine getting up to speak about ones mother less than a year after she passed away. As well as her grandmother. I wouldn't be able to do it in front of a small room full of people after my father passed. Billie did it with strength and poise. In a huge venue. Well done! I see your Mother in you . . .
😭😭😭It is so sad to celebrate so many years of Star Wars without her! I'm still crying. She is one with the force now. No ones ever really gone! We miss her. We will always love you Carrie Fisher, princess of our heart! 💖
I saw Rogue One the day before her death. When she appeared on screen at the very end, I started weeping. At the time she was still unconscious and seeing her saying "hope" was like a sign that maybe everything was going to be just fine. I miss her.
I was in my early 20s when the first "Star Wars" movie was released and went to see it cold, having no idea what to expect. When the scroll came up, backed John Williams' epic score , I was blown away. It just got more amazing from there, in large part because of the spectacular score behind the story, perhjaps the greatest symphonic score in movie history. I remember when the movie came to an end, not one member of the audience got up and left while the credits were playing because they all wanted to hear this wonderful music one last time. And when the last note played and the lights came up, to my utter amazement, the audience broke into a spontaneous roaring applause. That is the first time I had ever seen that (and not sure I have seen it since). Keep in mind there were no Star Wars fans then because this was the first movie and had only been out a few days. Almost no one had even heard of it. So the applause was a real tribute to what we all now regard as Hollywood legends. But Lucas and Williams were both largely unknowns at the time.
John Williams is the greatest composer of the Galaxy! His talented musical themes have become entwined in all of our lives; bold, unmistakable and beautiful. A fitting tribute to Carrie Fisher and STAR WARS!
What a tribute. Her daughter was fantastic. Carrie must have been so proud of her. Amazing to see how the entire audience fell silent when John Williams did a simple hush gesture. Very emotional. R.I.P. Carrie Fisher. You were an inspiration and you brightened my childhood. May the force be with you always.
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The power of John Williams......he waved his hand and the entire audience shut up in .4 seconds....that is how awesome Williams is
The force is with him always!
i also have force, if i want audience to shut up i turn tv off with one click of index finger
Williams is the true Jedi
It's as though millions of voices cried out in love and appreciation.....and we're suddenly silenced.
As the age goes, the more he looks like obi wan...
John Williams waves his hand "You don't have to applaud anymore"
Audience: "We don't have to applaud anymore..."
ha ha see wut you did there ,,,,=^..^=,,,,
The force is strong with him
'This is not the applause time you're looking for.'
Nice nice
Applaud.
“Without John Williams, bikes don’t really fly, nor do brooms in Quidditch matches, nor do men in red capes. There is no Force, dinosaurs do not walk the Earth, we do not wonder, we do not weep, we do not believe.”
I was in the orchestra. It was amazing. John Williams is truly a Jedi.
What were you playing?
Video Gamer36 Bassoon, of course!!
Anthony Puhl It was! I’ve played with lots of stars in the classical music world, but John Williams is the Jedi Master. We were all totally star struck.
Bassoon mom891 is that you at 13:14?
Lucky u
In Cinema, there is no greater conductor and composer than John Williams. Through his scores, we have believed in magic and wizards, scene the awe of dinosaurs roam the earth once more, watched as a boy, a princess and a ruffian save an entire galaxy, and teach us that our wildest dreams are possible.
No other, except Howard Shore
George misses her so much did anyone see how emotional he was getting
There is no doubt in my mind he had a 40 year crush on her.
Jim Humphries he totally did
Unlike Kathleen Kennedy that is seen reading a teleprompter, you can also tell that Lucas is speaking with his heart.
Yeah George looked like a sad Puppy! 😭😭😭😭
Yeah and the lady besides him is killing Starwars.
John says shut it. They shut it. I think he is an actual Jedi.
Rationalist Yoda it's Master Williams, not John
Fair enough.
His lightsaber's gonna be something like Beige or Gold.
Or you know.. a Sith. Only a Sith deals in absolute!
Using his Jedi mind tricks
George Lucas is 73 years old, but he looks like in 56
Reviews from Gdey honestly!
Weight hides the wrinkles
And his voice from a 12 years old
He bathes in money to preserve his youth.
He uses the force to stay young.
The richest man in the room dressed up like a chemistry teacher
Fax
More like an auto mechanic.
Judge him by his clothes do you?
Nah he looks like that dad in the store trying to find the food on the shopping list
🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
John Williams composed the soundtrack of my imagination as a young boy. *He is a national treasure and should be cherished.*
He’s an international treasure. His work touched the imagination and hearts of children everywhere.
He's a world treasure
@@boomataco Galactic* :D
His music will be studied as "classical music" 200 years from now..
@@FrankLoon "Universal"
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David S. That would be great
David S. Yeah it should!
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Im 500th like so know that with my title i agree with you so much
Yeah! Facebook has one how come YT doesn’t!
Star wars wouldn't be star wars without the brilliant John Williams!
freshpaint a wise quote
Mark Hamill said (paraphrase) no one aside from George Lucas himself is more responsible for the success of Star Wars than John Williams.
you forget Holst!
Many movies where he in it as music soundtracks, without him would'nt be the same tho
@@aqqalureimer6157 kinda true but with Star Wars it’s different. Every song has a story and a meaning. It’s beautiful
She is in the force now... and always.
That states: She is one with the Force. One can never be in the Force, for the Force is all around us.
LMAO Get Rekt
Perro Negro y callejero Show some respect dude
May the force be with my daughter always 😭😭😭
I’m crying and smiling at the same time.
This was super hard for George to do because he is most definitely a socially awkward introvert. But Carrie's passing hit us all so hard, I'm glad he stepped up to the plate and talked to the fans here. You can hear his voice crack here and there so I know it was very difficult for him, but great respect to him for doing it.
The "Help me Obi Wan Kenobi" speech still makes me tear up when she says it. Great tribute to her mom. Such a tragic loss, and even more so because Carrie's own mother died the following day, no doubt of a broken heart.
She sounded so much like her mother when she said that!
I watched this whole show without crying until John Williams started conducting Princess Leia's theme.
Kirsten I. Russell same
And today I came back to hear John Williams play the STAR WARS theme because I just got the news that I am now a great aunt. This video is a celebration of STAR WARS and the life of Carrie Fisher, but the music is just so right for new life too. So I'm listening to this because I have a new "great" niece, daughter of my youngest nephew and his wife. The baby was just born this evening.
I lost it when billy said "you are my only hope "
That music gets me every time.
Kirsten I. Russell same 😭😭😭
I wonder how many of those musicians are living out their childhood fantasy of playing the Star Wars theme with John Williams conducting
It was amazing, for sure. We had also played with Mr. Williams conducting when Harry Potter opened at Universal. That was cool, too, but playing Star Wars with him conducting was so exciting. We didn't know until the night before that he would be conducting when he showed up half way through our rehearsal with a "regular" conductor.
@@bassoonmom8914 Which instrument did you play?
@@theonlyMoancore the name is literally bassoon mom. Now guess the instrument.
@@ODMXypher hmmmmmmm
@@ODMXypher mom isn't an instrument
the look on John's face as the theme music started and he heard the crowd. thats a man that appreciates the art he's made and the impact its had on peoples lives.
He’s an extremely humble man. Like most musicians, he wears his heart on his sleeve and never thinks he’s achieved perfection except in moments like this
@@peterweatherley7669 Hans Zimmer says that he always wants to tweak some little things after his work is done. These people are never 100% happy with their work and that's good. That's the artist's spirit.
This theme is magical, I just cannot hear the first note without it putting a smile on my face
Among all the modern movie composers, I simply refer to him as "GOD". There is NO GREATER modern movie composer than John Towner Williams!!!
@@Bearical that's not necessarily true. Artists are very different from to the other in all fields. Some are very good at letting go and being content with what they've created. Some are very happy with some of their works. For example, you have Harrison Ford who was NEVER that big of a Star Wars fan - but you had Mark Hammill who was and is as big of a fan as the rest of us. Ford just saw Han Solo as work. Another role. Mark always exudes tremendous pride and love for Luke, his role he played, and the movies they were. Williams really does strike me as proud of what he accomplished and doesn't feel the need to change anything but rather play it like it was/is.
Only John Williams can shush a crowd in 1 second
And I also love the sheer joy on his face when the crowd goes nuts at the Star Wars theme
To our princess, 7 years gone but never forgotten! ♥
Fly high, Princess. You will never be forgotten.
That horn soloist was crying.
Harry S. Plinkett cause he was so out of tune
petr kouba fuck off
Yes he wasn't playing 100 % right, but the rest sounds good!
@@k0ubic93 probably because he was getting emotional
That might explain the intonation issues. His embouchure was awful. He got through it though, which is more than I could have done.
I was there. 😭there was not a dry eye in the there. RIP our beloved princess
I wish I could have been there too. Made me tear up just watching it.
I think the guy playing the French horn was even crying.
I can see why 😭😭❤️
Shut up
i hope you just enjoyed the atmosphere and weren't one of those people who took out their Phone like this was some sort of play on a fair..
I love the reaction the audience had when they saw John Williams. His music lifted SW to what it is and always will be.. Lucas was right, he made the secret sauce to SW.
the real power is john getting that many ppl to this in a second
Me too
Lucas said in one interview that he had very high expectations when he made Star Wars, and the only thing that exceeded his expectations was the music of John Williams.
I will never stop watching this tribute...from start to finish.
i was crying this is my childhood
Watched it again today
You and me both.
Are you still watching it?
Leia’s theme always makes me cry. Or is that just me.
Sleep well princess.
no it’s not just you …… leia’s theme makes me cry too😢
It is nostalgic and it feels sad and happy at the same time😢 R.I.P.❤
Same here it's a magical moment in cinema and music history@@Fred_S.
Reqiuem...
100%>tears, every time
I love John Williams!! One waved of his hand and the audience shup up in a second.... He has the force!!
One person in the crowd is immune to Jedi mind tricks, then. Heh.
one waved of his hand???? WHAT DO U MEAN?
ayyyy I saw your species in I think episode 2
14:06 I love how he just smiles like he's having so much fun and is grateful to be apart of this franchise.
It's beautiful to see he still loves his music. The day this man dies will be a sad one, indeed.
@@MegaShepardsPie It will be, indeed. But, I am very thankful that that day will come after his work on this glorious saga is complete.
John Williams *IS* the franchise
He knows what he's done
@@StarRider253 The only consistently excellent part of it, I would contend
I just love John Williams' smirk at the start of the main theme tune .. what a legend.
John: "I know, I can't believe I wrote it, either."
I thought the smirk was, "That's the most involuntary cheering I've ever heard. They know they're supposed to be quiet, but they hear that ONE note with a triangle behind it and everything breaks loose."
What else would you expect from a gaggle of sycophants?
The opening theme will always be remember by many, especially by the Star Wars fans. The theme is truly magnificent. Big respect with the maestro Mr. John Williams and the musicians. He’s truly a Legend 😇🙏
I just realized the Star Wars theme is so iconic that we recognize it from the first NOTE.
As well the Imperial March too. To me I always called Darth Vader's theme. 😆
I love John's big smile as the crowd erupts in applause hearing his most iconic creation of all time.
When Billy started reciting Leia's message... man, that gets me. Carrie knew that thing like the back of her hand. She could probably say it backwards if she had to.
Right?
Yea I'm not afraid to admit it got to me
I made it about 3 seconds into the video when the onions started getting cut...
She could, one of the things the cast of sequels noticed was that she could remember every one of her lines from the originals.
We all heard the star wars intro music hundreds of times but being there live with John William must freakin magical.
His conducting baton should be a mini lightsaber
only jedi and sith
No cause it'll interrupt the music cause it'll be like bhsssss and wommmvvv
@@brolybean3260 haha!
14:05 that smile of him - knowing he wrote history with this masterpiece
Princess Leia's Theme was the best piece John Williams ever wrote. Since Carrie Fisher died, I never hear it without crying.
I’ll argue for the theme from “Schinder’s List.’
You can REALLY tell that George does not relish the thought of talking in public. But, he did it anyway, and my hat's off to him for that. You could also hear him almost choke up a little at the very beginning. Still such a shock. I really hope her part in SW:TLJ is worthy of her and her character.
Oh, and John Williams is THE MAN!
JustWasted3HoursHere It wasn't, but that still doesn't change how great Carrie and Leia were to us.
she was the best character in it but that's not saying much
That me sequels were absolutely horrific...but that doesn’t change how AMAZING the originals are, of course without John Williams the magic wouldn’t have been half as great. They should’ve just left it alone
The movie was bad, but Luke and Leia's scene was amazing.
@@bartholomewthundercatiii3484 it was amazing tho
After watching The Last Jedi. A 20 year old manchild just started crying when listening to the theme. This does not happen often at all.
I get the chills right down my spine. Love it.
I cried after that movie for a whole other reason :(
I know a 28 year old manchild who cried then as well and again listening to the theme in this video. You are not alone!
@@Severindk87 honestly
just wait until you watched rise of Skywalker
I get the chills of the Star Wars music John Williams has created. It is soooo beautiful, emotional, magical... it is pure magic. It allows us to dream, to be inspired, to simply put... smile.
Thank you John, for giving us real magic.
Rest In Peace, Carrie. Truly our Princess, always.
So well said.
I do too. Your body releases dopamine which causes the chills. It's your brain rewarding you for listening to John Williams.
Well said. Well said. And compared with the music it makes me cry.
You know what? Sometimes we think that certain emotions depends on associations - I mean, these were the Star Wars musics, I pretty much grew up watching those movies - but most of the time with John Williams it's quite the opposite... those feelings were *that* strong back then, thanks to his powerful and imaginative soundtrack... when I listen to these themes I don't think to any particular moment of the movies, it's more like listening to some condensed Čajkovskij's Symphony. Williams is truly one of the greatest composer of the 20th century.
Hammern28 his music takes me to another plane of existence
14:05 I LOVE the look on his face at this moment. It's the look of his realization that the culmination of his life's work is so incredibly and wonderfully appreciated. I like to think, in that moment, that he got to see Star Wars fans' raw reaction to one of the music scores that raised generation (or two).
It's actually 3 generations now, my Dad was in school when Star Wars came out, I was in school when the prequels came out and now my kids are in school growing up enjoying those two trilogies!
I don't care how many times I've watched this, I still tear up at the start of each piece. One out of sadness and one out of pure joy. Let's face it, the Imperial March is just badass and could never bring a tear...lol Thank you Maestro Williams, thank you for everything.
She is with the force and the force is with her... forever
Adéla Knopová the force was invented in the 70s. I don't think it will last forever.
When one dies they become one with the force and binds with it and is one with the living force. And we are surrounded by the force
She will be a Force ghost along with Han,Luke,Leia,Anakin,Yoda,Obi Wan.
Daisy can call up the force ghosts to be at her side...she will be the leader of a new group of jedi warriors in the upcoming new star wars movie.
Billie doing the "help me Obi-Wan Kenobi" line was amazing!
The force does exist. John Williams used it to shut the crowd up.
He Force choke killed everyone
@@imperialscouttrooper1083 bruh
He used the Jedi mind trick
There are two immortal beings in this world, John Williams and the Queen of England
@@williamhaines7773 that’s not gonna age well
Princess Leia is my sentimental favorite Star Wars character, because as a 4-year-old girl in 1977, I admire this beautiful, dark haired woman who is this badass, tough warrior and hero. She fought along side the big boys. No! These big men, Chewbaca, a droid and R2D2. Billie’s beautiful and what a beautiful fashion tribute to her mother’s iconic role. I was moved to tears when Billie said Princess Leia’s first lines in her first scene in the original film.
After 40 years I see John Williams has mastered the force.
He mastered the force the moment he created Leia's theme...what a song.
He has mastered the Force the moment he wrote the main theme
I really wanted to applaud as soon as it finished then I realized I'm sitting in my living room.
Same but it's 5 am for me and people are asleep 😭
I was kinda expecting him to finish with the Binary Sunset.
Arlindo Melo same!!!
I clicked on this video searching for the force theme so i was kinda dissapointed.
Same
FEDEL89 i mean that’s kinda “like’s theme” since the binary sunset scene was one of his most iconic scenes
@@leo-hao the "force theme" = Binary Sunset.
I’m impressed that Billie memorized all of her mother’s lines from A new hope
Anakin Skywalker how so? Any super nerd has already done that.
And she's an actress so they have to memorize lines
Yea
@@gaetanodragonetti3942 because she has no reason to? Beyond paying tribute to her mother here there’s no real reason for her to know it
She read them off of the teleprompter
John Williams IS Star Wars, just as Carrie was Princess Leia. This is so tender and beautiful. Billie's words were touching as well. It's clear she carries a great deal of her mother within her.
Carrie was perfect for the role because she was essentially playing herself. And her daughter's recitation of the "General Kenobi" speech was awesome.
Awesome and if you listen closely, you can hear Carrie as Leia saying it. Yes, awesome indeed ❤
Listening to the beauty of John Williams astonishing music just had me in total tears in less than a minute...
"Death is a natural part of life. Rejoice for those who transform into the Force." Because the Force will be with her. Always.
"There is no death , only the force"
On a side note . . . John Williams is as adept at conducting a rowdy audience as he is with an orchestra! A finger to his lips is all is needed! Respect is obvious here!
How do these delicate variations in air pressure have such an astonishing impact on human beings? [Wipes tears]. Thank you, Carrie. Thank you, John.
George Lucas and John Williams are two of the greatest artists of all time. They were responsible for the best monents of many of our childhoods. This is the best tribute that Carrie Fisher couldve received from the Creator and his Musical Maestro.
12:11 Just amazing, only John Williams is able to produce a piece of music that has touched the souls of millions. Carrie lives on whenever we hear this track and it’s truly touching. May the force always be with her.
Theme at the end of The Empire Strikes Back. What is the name? So melancholy and, perfect.
@@phila3884 you might mean “Han Solo and the Princess”. One of the saga’s two great love themes.
My god
That music made me tear up
I had to fight to not cry
Holy shit
Jesus fucken Christ
Really dude??? You cry Everytime you listen to the Star wars soundtrack?...lol. Wuss
I know right
cry
Tim-Tam Smith I didn’t find it when I heard it in person I don’t fight it now
May the force be with you Carrie, always
I'm starting a time stamp post for the different tracks. Feel free to add in suggestions and help me out on this.
9:14 Princess Leia's Theme
14:03 Main Title / Rebel Blockade /Runner Medley
15:41 Imperial Attack
20:53 Imperial March
20:53
14:03
thank you
Aw man I’ve been wanting to hear the force theme for an hour
John Williams...the most humble genius. An excellent tribute.
I had the great fortune to be in that room on that day, and after all these years, I STILL never tire of watching this video... What I am about to type here will seem a little "redundant", but please "humor me", and allow me to describe this first-hand experience anyway for those who may not be aware of the FULL circumstances or context of this historic SW moment...
My brother and I had one of the most joyous surprises of our lives when we went to Star Wars Celebration in Orlando, Florida in April of 2017.. Let me set the scene.. After camping out OVERNIGHT, my brother and I were TWO of the lucky 3000 people to be able to get into the "Star Wars 40th Anniversary" panel, which was the following morning... We literally had to get online for this panel a good 18 HOURS before it EVEN STARTED just to insure that we would get in, as there was only a 3000 person capacity!
Well, the panel was EPIC, and just when I thought that it couldn't get ANY better, what with getting to see George Lucas, Harrison Ford, Mark Hamill, Anthony Daniels, Peter Mayhew, Billy Dee Williams, and all of the other celebrities that were in attendance... Well, at the end of the panel, there was a very touching tribute to Carrie Fisher, who had sadly passed away about 4 months prior to this convention, led by George Lucas and Fisher's daughter, Billie Lourd...
AND THEN...
WELL... THEN IT HAPPENED...
At the VERY END of the tribute, as you see in this video, the backstage curtains parted, and onstage, behind the curtains... THERE WAS JOHN WILLIAMS, accompanied by the Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra! Well, let me tell you, the audience simply went ABSOLUTELY BALLISTIC at this UNBELIEVABLE surprise, screaming, clapping and cheering like utter MANIACS... We simply COULDN'T believe our eyes... NO ONE had a CLUE that he would be there!... The Maestro turned to us with a BIG smile, and without saying a SINGLE word, simply raised his finger to his lips, mimicking a polite "Shhh"... And you'd be amazed how INSTANTANEOUSLY SILENT that room got... and there were 3000 of us packed in there! As for me, I was literally TREMBLING at what I just KNEW was about to happen...
Williams raised his baton, and suddenly the Orlando Philharmonic was playing Princess Leia's Theme... Believe me when I say that there wasn't a DRY EYE in the house, including those of my brother and myself (you could HEAR the joyous sobbing emanating throughout the room!). After a thunderous standing ovation, he then launched into the Star Wars Main Title... and we all went INSANE again! George Lucas then came back onto the stage and introduced John Williams as "The secret sauce of Star Wars" and "The greatest composer in the Universe", and Williams wrapped up the "surprise mini-concert" with the Imperial March from The Empire Strikes Back...
As 1st generation STAR WARS mega-fans, who have been ones ever since we first saw the original film in 1977 when we were kids (I was just 10-years-old, and my brother was 7-years-old), this ENTIRE convention, and in particular this 40th Anniversary panel, was a VERY SPECIAL moment in time for us that we got to share TOGETHER, and we will ALWAYS cherish it and NEVER forget it...
For those of you who haven't seen it, here is a link to the FULL 40th Anniversary panel that preceded this surprise John Williams tribute ruclips.net/video/dTqmkkw22vs/видео.html&pp=ygUaNDB0aCBhbm5pdmVyc2FyeSBzdGFyIHdhcnM%3D
I know it's like this for alot of people but I just wanna share why John Williams' music means so much to me. I saw my first star wars movie at 8 years old. I watched all the movies in the span of about a week at that time (in order, mind you). I played all the video games. The original battlefront games, lego star wars, force unleashed, and I'm still playing Battlefront II despite its many flaws. This music is quite literally the soundtrack of my life. These songs and scores have been with me from a very young age. When I hear them, I know I am hearing a piece of timeless music that means so much to so so many people. I am so glad that Star Wars is a part of my life and I am so thankful to my Dad for introducing me to Star Wars and answering all my Star Wars questions when we were watching all the movies together. I'll always be thankful to my Dad for that. These songs still reach the 8 year old kid inside me today and bring back so many good memories. I would always watch the movies (usually the Original Trilogy) on the portable dvd player we had in our car when we took long trips. I remember when my grandmother gifted me the box set of the original trilogy. It was the best gift I ever received to this day it sits on my shelf in my bedroom 12 years later. This music captures a part of me that will never change. My love for this franchise, through thick and thin, is unedning, and this music really is and always will be the soundtrack of my life.
Thomas Daniel I literarily agree with everything you just said. Carrie, Mark, and Harrison have touched my life everyday. when I found out about Carries passing, I cried. My screen on my phone goes between those three. I write how many days Carrie has been gone on my calendar. I watch Carries “Wishful Drinking,” everyday when I have extra time. There had not been one night in a long time where I have not fallen asleep to this soundtrack. R.I.P Carrie Fisher ❤️
Beautifully put
I never thought I would ever see John Williams conduct live in my life. Never had a way to get to the Hollywood Bowl and see him. I’m so fortunate that I was able to be in the room when this happened.
Man that must have been the memory of a lifetime, to be surrounded by the symphony of awesomeness conducted by the Maestro himself.
Luckily I live on the East Coast and he plays there and the Hollywood Bowl exclusively every year so I got to see him perform a few years back. Bucket list moment! He basically did this performance along with E.T., Indiana Jones and a few others. It was amazing!
i remember watching this live during SWC, and laughed at how quickly john quieted the audience.... then the music started... and I wept like a baby as I whispered "It's Leia's theme" all these years later and I still cry during that piece. It's always been so beautiful but even more so now. Music really has the power to move people with such greatness, and John Williams is a master of his craft. To quote Sir Elton John, Carrie, his gift is his song, and this one's for you..... to all of us, you will always be royalty
This music... the life blood of three generations. Chilling, gripping, uplifting, brilliant...the heart of the story. Carries theme is truly perfect for her. Also, when Jedi Master John Williams is conducting, it SHALL be perfect, and everyone SHALL cry.
the ending to the Imperial March is fantastic!
I'm 76 years old, I saw New Hope when it first came out, and all the rest. My eyes still tear up when I think of the princess Carrie - Leah. I miss her not being in the world. I so much would have wanted to meet her.
It doesn't matter where I am or what I'm doing, Maestro Williams music gives me chills. I hope he knows what a thrill his music is and what it means to all of us. Bless you, Mr. Williams.
Amazing moment when those curtains open Leia's theme comes in, with John Williams there conducting. Would loved to have been there, saw it live during the stream at least.
2 years later watching this.
yup - someone still cutting those onions 😭❤️
Being conducted by John Williams while playing Star Wars is like touching a hand of the God - impressive feeling.
4 years later this tribute still touches my heart and makes me cry. Thank you so much Carrie Fisher. John Williams you will always always be with us
I really didn’t enjoy this sequel trilogy. But the one highlight I had to look forward to was John Williams. He’s so brilliant his music is heavy and fills me with emotions. He is the GOAT.
I love the sequel trilogy, but yes I definitely agree that John Williams is amazing
@@joec7217 same here. I love all the films
I really didn’t enjoy you
We all have our own opinions on the films, but one thing we can all agree on is that John Williams is outstanding in all of them.
The sequels were alright overall, but enjoyable, IMO. But I, along with the vast majority of SW fans can agree on is that John Williams made some god-tier music for the movies. This man can do no wrong.
This just goes to show John Williams completely understands not only his art, but the characters and themes his art portrays as well.
12:11 is a perfect example. The high pitched strings are a call to Leia's sensitive and caring nature, with the horns reminding you of her much bolder side, her willingness to stand and fight for what she believes in, even against an entire empire. The scale of the song gives a sense of mystery, like that of a distant galaxy, showing that Leia is not afraid to venture into the unknown if it means going after what is significant to her.
TL;DR John Williams wrote a song that perfectly sums up our princess. But you guys knew that already.
God..if you exist...thank you for giving us John Williams.
did anyone else noticed that Carrie's daughter was wearing a very similar outfit as the one Leia was wearing in a New Hope
She did that on purpose in tribute to her mom and to Leia.
no mother could ask for a better tribute from a daughter ...well done
I grew up watching Star Wars. The series represents my childhood. Carrie Fisher will always be remembered as our princess and general. But when John Williams himself started conducting leia’s theme, I was fighting tears. May the force be with us all!
John Williams was one of the main reasons I choose to play French Horn in the first place many years ago and as a new professional player about to start in an orchestra job, it’s my dream to play under Mr. Williams baton one day. His music is inspirational to many generations!!
it's so funny that George Lucas says everything from his heart about Carrie; And right when Kennedy speaks, she's looking at the teleprompter...
@ sem …not really!
She is such a phony.
@@sem_skywalker potentially ruining star wars isnt that likeable imo
@@rav2072 “ruining Star Wars” if your love of Star Wars is so fragile, then go somewhere else. You’re embarrassing
@@sem_skywalker nice try disney!
This takes me right back to Friday night, a 4 hour wait even after one full week had passed since opening night in 1977. Twin North / Twin South Hicksville, Long Island New York. Two of only a handful of 70mm screens on the entire island. 12 rows back from the front of the theater and the Star Destroyer hits the screen; we were all in awe!!! I so wish today's generation had a chance to see this movie the way all of these movies were intended to be seen. Thank you George Lucas, John Williams, and the entire cast and crew that made this possible.
I saw him live at the Hollywood Bowl where all I could afford were the nosebleed seats, and noticed that, too. As soon as his hands went up, everyone shut up instantly. He even lowered his hands and brought them up again just to play with that power. We loved it so much. It was like the ultimate respect for the Master. However, as soon as that first orchestra hit for "Luke's Theme" struck the air, the crowd erupted in cheers. Same with the Imperial March. It's an automatic response ingrained into the souls of all of us fans --whether we identify personally with the Light Side or the Dark Side, we love it all.
Carrie's daughter hit it out of the park with her speech right on the money such a great tribute. Were on the eve of the Solo release and on this eve of the new release she's still sorely missed RIP Carrie
I cried through the whole thing omg. From Leia’s Theme to the Imperial March, this music is so powerful.
George: Gives a great geniune speech from the bottom of his heart
Kathleen: reads from a monitor
George Lucas is like "F' it, I'm wearing jeans. Carrie would approve."
Hes the creator at the event based off his creation.....he makes the rules can do what he wants and Noone can say a thing lol
Pretty sure that's what George has said when he wakes up every morning for the last 50 years.
Wonderful musical tribute to Carrie fisher.... john Williams is awesome 👏!
Such power emanating from just listening to the Imperial March !!!!
I love it when John started smiling when the main theme started
I’m glad to have seen Billie talk so much more for the 1st time, your mother would be so proud.
Tears at the Obiwan statement...
Totally agree John.
This video was right in the feelings. From Carrie's daughter to his honor John f-ing Williams showing up to the final second of this video. F-ing masterpiece. Well done.
I can't imagine getting up to speak about ones mother less than a year after she passed away. As well as her grandmother. I wouldn't be able to do it in front of a small room full of people after my father passed. Billie did it with strength and poise. In a huge venue. Well done! I see your Mother in you . . .
In loving memory of our princess, Carrie Fisher. May the force be with you, always.
51 years, 1000 views of the saga...and when I heard the intro..I cry, like the first time. no shame for this, just love & happyness!
😭😭😭It is so sad to celebrate so many years of Star Wars without her! I'm still crying. She is one with the force now. No ones ever really gone! We miss her. We will always love you Carrie Fisher, princess of our heart! 💖
There will never be another composer of beautiful movie scores like John Williams. His wondrous compositions having touched generations.
I had just finished seeing rogue one with my boyfriend and later that evening found out about Carrie's passing
Leah Milne similar story. Went to see it with my dad and came home to the terrible news :(
Leah Milne I was told the news hours before I saw Rogue One, made that ending so sad.
I heard before watching
I saw Rogue One the day before her death. When she appeared on screen at the very end, I started weeping. At the time she was still unconscious and seeing her saying "hope" was like a sign that maybe everything was going to be just fine. I miss her.
mon laferte....
I was in my early 20s when the first "Star Wars" movie was released and went to see it cold, having no idea what to expect. When the scroll came up, backed John Williams' epic score , I was blown away. It just got more amazing from there, in large part because of the spectacular score behind the story, perhjaps the greatest symphonic score in movie history. I remember when the movie came to an end, not one member of the audience got up and left while the credits were playing because they all wanted to hear this wonderful music one last time. And when the last note played and the lights came up, to my utter amazement, the audience broke into a spontaneous roaring applause. That is the first time I had ever seen that (and not sure I have seen it since). Keep in mind there were no Star Wars fans then because this was the first movie and had only been out a few days. Almost no one had even heard of it. So the applause was a real tribute to what we all now regard as Hollywood legends. But Lucas and Williams were both largely unknowns at the time.
John Williams is the greatest composer of the Galaxy! His talented musical themes have become entwined in all of our lives; bold, unmistakable and beautiful. A fitting tribute to Carrie Fisher and STAR WARS!
I would love to go to a Star Wars Celebration live and in person. I can't imagine what everyone was thinking while watching this in the building.
What a tribute. Her daughter was fantastic. Carrie must have been so proud of her.
Amazing to see how the entire audience fell silent when John Williams did a simple hush gesture. Very emotional. R.I.P. Carrie Fisher. You were an inspiration and you brightened my childhood. May the force be with you always.