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John Williams: Greatest Hits 1969-1999 | 
| Artist: John Williams
Label: Sony Classical
Category: Music
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Rating:  16 reviews
Sales Rank: 13004
Format: Soundtrack
Media: Audio CD
Discs: 2
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.3
Dimensions (in): 5.6 x 5 x 0.5
MPN: 51333
UPC: 074645133324
EAN: 0074645133324
ASIN: B00002MZ4V
Release Date: October 1, 1999
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| Tracks:
Disc 1
| • | Star Wars (Main Title) [From Star Wars] | | • | E.T. (Flying Theme) [From E.t. the Extra-terrestrial] | | • | Superman (Main Title) [From Superman] | | • | Parade of the Slave Children [From Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom | | • | Sugarland Express (Main Title) [From Sugarland Express] | | • | Jaws (Main Title) [From Jaws] | | • | Bugler's Dream/Olympic Fanfare and Theme | | • | Luke and Leia [From Return of the Jedi] | | • | The Reviers (Main Title) [From Thr Reivers] | | • | Imperial March [From The Empire Strikes Back] | | • | Scherzo for Motorcycle and Orchestra [From Indiana Jones and the Last C | | • | Cadillac of the Skies [From Empire of the Sun] | | • | Raiders March [From Raiders of the Lost Ark] | | • | Close Encounters of the Third Kind (Suite) [From Close Encounters of th |
Disc 2
| • | Hymn to the Fallen [From Saving Private Ryan] | | • | Jurassic Park (Theme) [From Jurassic Park] | | • | Schindler's List (Theme) [From Schindler's List] | | • | Flight to Neverland [From Hook] | | • | Seven Years in Tibet [From Seven Years in Tibet] | | • | JFK (Prologue) [From Jfk] | | • | Days Between [From Stepmom] | | • | 1941: March [From 1941] | | • | Somewhere in My Memory [Main Title from Home Alone] | | • | Summon the Heroes | | • | Look Down, Lord [Reprise and Finale from Rosewood] | | • | Far and Away (Theme) [From Far and Away] | | • | Born on the Fourth of July (Theme) [From Born on the Fourth of July] | | • | Duel of the Fates [From Star Wars Episode 1] |
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Amazon.co.uk Review
For better or worse, John Williams has completely reshaped the art of the soundtrack. His scores for iStar Wars/i, iE.T./i, and iJaws/i are simply unforgettable, and his knack for tugging at our heartstrings is uncanny. iJohn Williams: Greatest Hits 1969-1999/i collects 30 years of the composer's best-loved themes into one double-CD package. You'll find all the soundtrack moments you'd expect from iIndiana Jones/i, iClose Encounters/i, and iSchindler's List/i, along with a few surprises (iThe Reivers/i' Americana-filled main theme and Williams's 1984 Olympic theme, for starters). Most of the earlier works have been digitally rerecorded by Williams, so while you may not get the original recording of these works here, nothing shows its age. And although we really do get only his "greatest hits" (the longest track is the nearly 10-minute-long iClose Encounters/i theme), most of these soundtracks can be purchased in their entirety for the true aficionado. John Williams may be an acquired taste, but this set proves why--year after year--he scores some of the most successful films Hollywood can produce. i--Jason Verlinde /i
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A treasure trove of John Williams' cinematic scores.... October 2, 2003
Alex Diaz-Granados (Miami, FL United States)
9 out of 9 found this review helpful
John Williams -- The Greatest Hits 1969-1999, as its title proclaims, is a two-disc anthology of one of Hollywood's most famous and prolific composers. Starting from 1969's "The Reivers" and ending with 1999's "Star Wars Episode I: The Phantom Menace," its 28 tracks cover most of Williams' film scoring career, with two Summer Olympics' (1984 and 1996) fanfares thrown in for good measure.pDisc One covers the period between 1969 and 1989, even though the tracks are not arranged in chronological order. Instead, the fun begins with Williams' most famous (and maybe most popular) piece, "Main Title from Star Wars." It's in this disc that works from his most prolific period appear, including themes from Sugarland Express, Jaws, Close Encounters of the Third Kind, Superman, E.T., Empire of the Sun, and the Star Wars and Indiana Jones trilogies.pAlthough most of these tracks appear in other John Williams albums, I discovered one new gem in the Main Title from The Reivers (1969). I've never seen the film or read the Steinbeck novel of the same name, but I was captivated by Williams' way of introducing a melodic idea with a solo instrument (a guitar), then adding an Aaron Copland-like flourish of brass and strings, followed by a series of variations on a theme evoking open spaces and fun hijinks out in the countryside (indicated by the use of banjos and horns).pAnother surprise on Disc One is the new arrangement of the 1984 Olympic Fanfare, commissioned for the Los Angeles Summer Games. This reworking of the fanfare adds the familiar "Bugler's Dream" everyone associates with the Olympics to Williams' vibrant march.pDisc Two covers the 1990s (with the peculiar appearance of Williams' "March from 1941," Steven Spielberg's 1979 comedy dud). Spielberg is the director whose movies have more representation with five of 14 tracks -- 1941, Hook, Jurassic Park, Schindler's List, and Saving Private Ryan. However, there is plenty of variety, both musically and genre-wise, of material written for other directors' films. Two Oliver Stone films (Born on the Fourth of July and JFK) have themes presented here, and such diverse movie themes as "The Days Between" from Stepmom, "Somewhere in My Memory" from Home Alone, and the album's final track "Duel of the Fates" from 1999's "The Phantom Menace" are a testament to Williams' talent, audience appeal, and versatility.pWith over two hours' of music, this is a fine addition to any fan of film or orchestral music's CD collection.
True works of genius, conducted by the man himself June 21, 2007
John Smith (UK)
6 out of 6 found this review helpful
I'll keep it simple: All the essential film scores are here, and then some. Star Wars, Superman, ET, Raiders Of The Lost Ark, Jaws, etc, etc, etc!
br /Whilst the majority of these are not the originals from the 70s and 80s you can rest assured that these are extremely faithful re-recordings, all conducted by Mr Williams himself, and recorded with the highest of production values.
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br /Most of the recording sessions are from the 1990s, including a 1996 session at the legendary Abbey Road Studios, London.
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br /Nice cover too - the normal CD case slips into a mock-up celluloid outer sleeve. Don't worry - it's not like one of those annoying cardboard outersleeves that prevents your CD sliding into your rack; its very thin plastic, resembling, as I said, celluloid (not to be confused with cellulite - that wouldn't look nice on your box).
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br /I have heard lesser cover recordings of these themes, often with dodgy arrangements and at poor recording quality. This is a completely official release, sanctioned by the man himself and released on the reputable Sony Classical label, and sounds nothing short of the high quality one would expect.
A collection from a genius February 16, 2001
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
John Williams has a knack of scoring memorable themes in every film he is asked to compose for. Largely linked with Steven Speilberg Williams' brings a distinct feel to a large collection of memorable films. From the stirring signature of the Indiana Jones films to the sombre and moving Schindler's List, Williams' shows an amazing ability to echo the feeling of a film in his orchestral renderings across a wide variety of genres. This CD shows the highlights of a long and illustrious career. A must for any lover of film scores.
A whole album of thrills, spills and emotion! October 1, 2000
13 out of 15 found this review helpful
This collection is a MUST for any movie-goer and music lover. John Williams is by far and away the greatest film composer of modern times. His name may not be known to most, but his music is known to billions.pThis collection of Williams' greatest music begins strongly, with the theme from Star Wars - guaranteed to have you jumping about, fighting with an imaginary light-sabre! More music from the Star Wars collection, along with music from Indiana Jones and Jaws, all fill the mind with thoughts of dashing heroics and swashbuckling adventure.pHowever, Williams is not solely for lovers of action movies. Themes from E.T., Saving Private Ryan and Schindler's List (to name a few) are real tear-jerkers, with beauty and emotion flooding out.pThen there's the comedy! Music from Hook and Home Alone elicit chuckles and smirks with ease.pThere is not a disappointing track anywhere on this album. Williams shows his wide-ranging skill as a composer, from haunting violin solos (Schindler's List), through inspiring trumpet voluntaries (Olympic Fanfare), to the ability to set a scene like no-one else (just think of the theme from Jaws!). Not to mention the stunning choral sections (Saving Private Ryan, Close Encounters of the Third Kind).pI would especially recommend this album to anyone looking to introduce their children to classical music - youngsters will have great fun recognising themes and interpreting what they hear.pA great Christmas or birthday present (that's how I came to posess it)!
AMAZING March 23, 2003
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
This CD is absolutley breathtaking! From Start to finish it sends shivers down your spine and takes you through a number of different emotions. You can never hear enough of John Williams' music - he is a genius! I highly recommend this to people of all ages, whatever you think your taste in music might be this is for everyone.
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