John Williams honoured in Derry concert

Published Tuesday, 19 March 2013

The London Symphony Orchestra performed a cinema themed concert in Londonderry on Monday evening, as part of the 2013 City of Culture celebrations.

The concert featured the music of composer John Williams. (© City of Culture)

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The London Symphony Orchestra performed music from Steven Spielberg films, composed by John Williams.

Conducted by Frank Strobel, the Orchestra performed music from the films of Steven Spielberg composed by the legendary John Williams.

The 'Music for the Big Screen' event, which was held at The Venue, was billed as one of the highlights of the cultural year.

Music from blockbusters such as Jurassic Park, Jaws, Schindler's List and E.T: The Extra Terrestrial were included in the programme.

My best wishes for a joyous night of music.
John Williams, Composer

Before the concert John Williams sent a personal letter of support to the city in its year as UK City of Culture.

Writing from his home in California, the composer sent his best wishes in a letter to the concert organisers.

"I'm delighted to send greetings from Los Angeles, along with my warmest thanks to Maestro Strobel and to all my dear friends in the London Symphony Orchestra for performing so much of my music," he wrote.

"I'd also like to send my fond regards to everyone gathered at Ebrington Pavilion, along with my best wishes for a joyous night of music."

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Denise in Co Antrim wrote (63 days ago):

I went to this event last night in The Venue. It was totally amazing. The Orchestra and crowd were fantastic. This is what our country should be about, celebrating good music. Hope they come back to Northern Ireland soon.