JOHN WILLIAMS musical tribute to Carrie Fisher at Star Wars Celebration 2017

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  • Опубліковано 17 кві 2017
  • George Lucas leads tributes to Carrie Fisher at Celebration, including a speech from her daughter Billy Lourd followed by no less than John Williams conducting the concert version of Leia's own themeas well as other classics to commemorate 40 Years of Star Wars.
    Sadly, I had to remove the five-minute tribute reel video due to over-zealous copyright holders of a popular song used as background - you'll find this part on the official channel.
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  • @nomenestomen3452
    @nomenestomen3452 6 років тому +6626

    John Williams waves his hand "You don't have to applaud anymore"
    Audience: "We don't have to applaud anymore..."

  • @raystantz2471
    @raystantz2471 7 років тому +8256

    The power of John Williams......he waved his hand and the entire audience shut up in .4 seconds....that is how awesome Williams is

    • @irfanf3962
      @irfanf3962 6 років тому +138

      The force is with him always!

    • @elmalloc
      @elmalloc 6 років тому +52

      i also have force, if i want audience to shut up i turn tv off with one click of index finger

    • @Motor7Mike
      @Motor7Mike 6 років тому +48

      Williams is the true Jedi

    • @fabman132
      @fabman132 6 років тому +123

      It's as though millions of voices cried out in love and appreciation.....and we're suddenly silenced.

    • @NounoursTichat
      @NounoursTichat 6 років тому +58

      As the age goes, the more he looks like obi wan...

  • @drunkskull6095
    @drunkskull6095 4 роки тому +2614

    The richest man in the room dressed up like a chemistry teacher

  • @bassoonmom8914
    @bassoonmom8914 4 роки тому +4104

    I was in the orchestra. It was amazing. John Williams is truly a Jedi.

    • @videogamer3693
      @videogamer3693 4 роки тому +48

      What were you playing?

    • @bassoonmom8914
      @bassoonmom8914 4 роки тому +182

      Video Gamer36 Bassoon, of course!!

    • @bassoonmom8914
      @bassoonmom8914 4 роки тому +151

      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.

    • @Buddha23Fett
      @Buddha23Fett 4 роки тому +55

      Bassoon mom891 is that you at 13:14?

    • @anoobiscooking1193
      @anoobiscooking1193 4 роки тому +7

      Lucky u

  • @DrunkenYodaUnplugged
    @DrunkenYodaUnplugged 6 років тому +2283

    John says shut it. They shut it. I think he is an actual Jedi.

    • @DanSlotea
      @DanSlotea 6 років тому +53

      Rationalist Yoda it's Master Williams, not John

    • @DrunkenYodaUnplugged
      @DrunkenYodaUnplugged 6 років тому +9

      Fair enough.

    • @life_archive7840
      @life_archive7840 6 років тому +14

      His lightsaber's gonna be something like Beige or Gold.

    • @Homer-je1pz
      @Homer-je1pz 6 років тому +5

      Or you know.. a Sith. Only a Sith deals in absolute!

    • @ostenvazquez6029
      @ostenvazquez6029 5 років тому +4

      Using his Jedi mind tricks

  • @lucyshort3027
    @lucyshort3027 6 років тому +2551

    George misses her so much did anyone see how emotional he was getting

    • @shaggycan
      @shaggycan 6 років тому +308

      There is no doubt in my mind he had a 40 year crush on her.

    • @Simplejackfade
      @Simplejackfade 6 років тому +47

      Jim Humphries he totally did

    • @maxulic
      @maxulic 6 років тому +234

      Unlike Kathleen Kennedy that is seen reading a teleprompter, you can also tell that Lucas is speaking with his heart.

    • @ceceliaacaba2739
      @ceceliaacaba2739 6 років тому +38

      Yeah George looked like a sad Puppy! 😭😭😭😭

    • @AntonioGuamil
      @AntonioGuamil 5 років тому +113

      Yeah and the lady besides him is killing Starwars.

  • @mas1on.
    @mas1on. Рік тому +86

    “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.”

  • @FrankLoon
    @FrankLoon 4 роки тому +424

    John Williams composed the soundtrack of my imagination as a young boy. *He is a national treasure and should be cherished.*

    • @joshuagarnham9703
      @joshuagarnham9703 2 роки тому +18

      He’s an international treasure. His work touched the imagination and hearts of children everywhere.

    • @boomataco
      @boomataco 2 роки тому +9

      He's a world treasure

    • @FrankLoon
      @FrankLoon 2 роки тому +9

      @@boomataco Galactic* :D

    • @ZATennisFan
      @ZATennisFan Рік тому +9

      His music will be studied as "classical music" 200 years from now..

    • @philosopher0076
      @philosopher0076 6 місяців тому

      ​@@FrankLoon "Universal"

  • @freshpaint7659
    @freshpaint7659 6 років тому +1941

    Star wars wouldn't be star wars without the brilliant John Williams!

    • @jturcios4607
      @jturcios4607 5 років тому +4

      freshpaint a wise quote

    • @michaelwilson6480
      @michaelwilson6480 4 роки тому +44

      Mark Hamill said (paraphrase) no one aside from George Lucas himself is more responsible for the success of Star Wars than John Williams.

    • @ckvonpickles3751
      @ckvonpickles3751 4 роки тому +2

      you forget Holst!

    • @aqqalureimer6157
      @aqqalureimer6157 4 роки тому +2

      Many movies where he in it as music soundtracks, without him would'nt be the same tho

    • @lukestrok1620
      @lukestrok1620 3 роки тому +2

      @@aqqalureimer6157 kinda true but with Star Wars it’s different. Every song has a story and a meaning. It’s beautiful

  • @andresgamer6741
    @andresgamer6741 7 років тому +2631

    She is in the force now... and always.

    • @dennisvrijland
      @dennisvrijland 6 років тому +59

      That states: She is one with the Force. One can never be in the Force, for the Force is all around us.

    • @rustcohle3803
      @rustcohle3803 6 років тому +3

      LMAO Get Rekt

    • @smithwesson1896
      @smithwesson1896 6 років тому +3

      Perro Negro y callejero Show some respect dude

    • @vader_gamez665
      @vader_gamez665 5 років тому +1

      May the force be with my daughter always 😭😭😭

    • @kjellodnebreitebakk
      @kjellodnebreitebakk 4 роки тому +1

      I’m crying and smiling at the same time.

  • @donovan.1995.palmer
    @donovan.1995.palmer 3 місяці тому +8

    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.

  • @JustWasted3HoursHere
    @JustWasted3HoursHere 4 роки тому +487

    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.

    • @liamjanssens7014
      @liamjanssens7014 Рік тому +10

      She sounded so much like her mother when she said that!

  • @davidkippy101
    @davidkippy101 6 років тому +1452

    That horn soloist was crying.

    • @McElioth
      @McElioth 5 років тому +92

      Harry S. Plinkett cause he was so out of tune

    • @6loscar448
      @6loscar448 5 років тому +139

      petr kouba fuck off

    • @mosa1363
      @mosa1363 5 років тому +31

      Yes he wasn't playing 100 % right, but the rest sounds good!

    • @facundodiaz7391
      @facundodiaz7391 4 роки тому +102

      @@McElioth probably because he was getting emotional

    • @lauripotter8120
      @lauripotter8120 4 роки тому +56

      That might explain the intonation issues. His embouchure was awful. He got through it though, which is more than I could have done.

  • @TheGdey
    @TheGdey 6 років тому +2731

    George Lucas is 73 years old, but he looks like in 56

    • @vic2958
      @vic2958 6 років тому +5

      Reviews from Gdey honestly!

    • @randomuser1687
      @randomuser1687 6 років тому +17

      Weight hides the wrinkles

    • @matteorivera4422
      @matteorivera4422 6 років тому +56

      And his voice from a 12 years old

    • @LizaFan
      @LizaFan 5 років тому +52

      He bathes in money to preserve his youth.

    • @lepton_01
      @lepton_01 5 років тому +65

      He uses the force to stay young.

  • @freshfalcon3996
    @freshfalcon3996 Місяць тому +5

    I love John's big smile as the crowd erupts in applause hearing his most iconic creation of all time.

  • @dreadfulspiller8766
    @dreadfulspiller8766 5 місяців тому +43

    To our princess, 7 years gone but never forgotten! ♥

    • @TK-6843
      @TK-6843 5 місяців тому +6

      Fly high, Princess. You will never be forgotten.

  • @kevinkahover6618
    @kevinkahover6618 6 років тому +1509

    I wonder how many of those musicians are living out their childhood fantasy of playing the Star Wars theme with John Williams conducting

    • @bassoonmom8914
      @bassoonmom8914 4 роки тому +124

      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.

    • @theonlyMoancore
      @theonlyMoancore 4 роки тому +5

      @@bassoonmom8914 Which instrument did you play?

    • @ODMXypher
      @ODMXypher 4 роки тому +42

      @@theonlyMoancore the name is literally bassoon mom. Now guess the instrument.

    • @theonlyMoancore
      @theonlyMoancore 4 роки тому +4

      @@ODMXypher hmmmmmmm

    • @anino71ful
      @anino71ful 4 роки тому +46

      @@ODMXypher mom isn't an instrument

  • @kirsteni.russell5903
    @kirsteni.russell5903 6 років тому +1502

    I watched this whole show without crying until John Williams started conducting Princess Leia's theme.

    • @loganpizza6077
      @loganpizza6077 6 років тому +15

      Kirsten I. Russell same

    • @kirsteni.russell5903
      @kirsteni.russell5903 6 років тому +34

      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.

    • @JudgeFudge57
      @JudgeFudge57 6 років тому +35

      I lost it when billy said "you are my only hope "

    • @caraferguson1545
      @caraferguson1545 6 років тому +17

      That music gets me every time.

    • @taylorcotter6072
      @taylorcotter6072 6 років тому +4

      Kirsten I. Russell same 😭😭😭

  • @JustWasted3HoursHere
    @JustWasted3HoursHere Рік тому +121

    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.

    • @myanoel0
      @myanoel0 5 місяців тому

      agreed ❤

  • @kayigi
    @kayigi 4 роки тому +506

    Leia’s theme always makes me cry. Or is that just me.
    Sleep well princess.

    • @trish3754
      @trish3754 Рік тому +8

      no it’s not just you …… leia’s theme makes me cry too😢

    • @Fred_S.
      @Fred_S. Рік тому +4

      It is nostalgic and it feels sad and happy at the same time😢 R.I.P.❤

    • @batmanreborn81
      @batmanreborn81 9 місяців тому

      Same here it's a magical moment in cinema and music history@@Fred_S.

    • @TK-6843
      @TK-6843 6 місяців тому

      Reqiuem...

  • @tannerdrexler
    @tannerdrexler 6 років тому +1461

    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.

    • @peterweatherley7669
      @peterweatherley7669 2 роки тому +20

      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

    • @Bearical
      @Bearical 2 роки тому +10

      @@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.

    • @Lex_en_vrai
      @Lex_en_vrai Рік тому +1

      This theme is magical, I just cannot hear the first note without it putting a smile on my face

    • @jws1272
      @jws1272 Рік тому

      Among all the modern movie composers, I simply refer to him as "GOD". There is NO GREATER modern movie composer than John Towner Williams!!!

    • @gsimon123
      @gsimon123 10 місяців тому

      @@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.

  • @DaVeO52
    @DaVeO52 6 років тому +2173

    UA-cam needs a love button.

  • @Jay_Mac1775
    @Jay_Mac1775 4 роки тому +223

    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

  • @TheVCRTimeMachine
    @TheVCRTimeMachine 8 місяців тому +19

    Princess Leia's Theme was the best piece John Williams ever wrote. Since Carrie Fisher died, I never hear it without crying.

    • @Quaker-tc8ue
      @Quaker-tc8ue 4 години тому

      I’ll argue for the theme from “Schinder’s List.’

  • @TheNeomaul
    @TheNeomaul 6 років тому +1127

    I was there. 😭there was not a dry eye in the there. RIP our beloved princess

    • @gregmiller8966
      @gregmiller8966 6 років тому +11

      I wish I could have been there too. Made me tear up just watching it.

    • @sgtpepper1138
      @sgtpepper1138 5 років тому +28

      I think the guy playing the French horn was even crying.

    • @thestarlightforge6568
      @thestarlightforge6568 5 років тому +4

      I can see why 😭😭❤️

    • @reza7xz307
      @reza7xz307 4 роки тому

      Shut up

    • @ItachiEspada
      @ItachiEspada 4 роки тому +1

      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..

  • @kalel21675
    @kalel21675 6 років тому +447

    His conducting baton should be a mini lightsaber

    • @cacaboudin8414
      @cacaboudin8414 6 років тому +7

      only jedi and sith

    • @brolybean3260
      @brolybean3260 3 роки тому +38

      No cause it'll interrupt the music cause it'll be like bhsssss and wommmvvv

    • @matthooper5059
      @matthooper5059 2 роки тому

      @@brolybean3260 haha!

  • @G0lia7h_at
    @G0lia7h_at Рік тому +69

    14:05 that smile of him - knowing he wrote history with this masterpiece

  • @ThatDangerousWolf
    @ThatDangerousWolf 3 роки тому +63

    I just realized the Star Wars theme is so iconic that we recognize it from the first NOTE.

    • @jessw9043
      @jessw9043 8 днів тому

      As well the Imperial March too. To me I always called Darth Vader's theme. 😆

  • @jaf2378
    @jaf2378 6 років тому +966

    I love John Williams!! One waved of his hand and the audience shup up in a second.... He has the force!!

    • @roguishpaladin
      @roguishpaladin 6 років тому +18

      One person in the crowd is immune to Jedi mind tricks, then. Heh.

    • @klunt40
      @klunt40 6 років тому

      one waved of his hand???? WHAT DO U MEAN?

    • @bashgotpizza
      @bashgotpizza 4 роки тому +2

      ayyyy I saw your species in I think episode 2

  • @ichi1957
    @ichi1957 6 років тому +919

    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.

    • @warrenmcfadden3918
      @warrenmcfadden3918 6 років тому +11

      the real power is john getting that many ppl to this in a second

    • @abnerrodriguesoliveira9673
      @abnerrodriguesoliveira9673 4 роки тому +3

      Me too

    • @Historymaker-2001
      @Historymaker-2001 Рік тому +1

      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.

  • @DrumsTheWord
    @DrumsTheWord 4 роки тому +517

    I will never stop watching this tribute...from start to finish.

  • @JustWasted3HoursHere
    @JustWasted3HoursHere 3 роки тому +56

    Carrie was perfect for the role because she was essentially playing herself. And her daughter's recitation of the "General Kenobi" speech was awesome.

    • @davidmurphy8236
      @davidmurphy8236 Рік тому +1

      Awesome and if you listen closely, you can hear Carrie as Leia saying it. Yes, awesome indeed ❤

  • @WhackoMacko
    @WhackoMacko 6 років тому +609

    I just love John Williams' smirk at the start of the main theme tune .. what a legend.

    • @ENIGMVTIK
      @ENIGMVTIK 6 років тому +87

      John: "I know, I can't believe I wrote it, either."

    • @roguishpaladin
      @roguishpaladin 6 років тому +54

      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."

    • @ENIGMVTIK
      @ENIGMVTIK 6 років тому +3

      What else would you expect from a gaggle of sycophants?

    • @jezelbriones4752
      @jezelbriones4752 4 роки тому +2

      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 😇🙏

  • @redinterceptor8355
    @redinterceptor8355 6 років тому +254

    The force does exist. John Williams used it to shut the crowd up.

  • @jp-hs8hu
    @jp-hs8hu 4 роки тому +91

    George Lucas is like "F' it, I'm wearing jeans. Carrie would approve."

    • @aaronlechliter4084
      @aaronlechliter4084 3 роки тому +4

      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

    • @johnbowman3630
      @johnbowman3630 2 роки тому +3

      Pretty sure that's what George has said when he wakes up every morning for the last 50 years.

  • @1995Braxton
    @1995Braxton 4 роки тому +107

    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).

    • @OneNationUnderGod.
      @OneNationUnderGod. Рік тому +8

      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!

  • @cjk225
    @cjk225 6 років тому +693

    14:06 I love how he just smiles like he's having so much fun and is grateful to be apart of this franchise.

    • @MegaShepardsPie
      @MegaShepardsPie 6 років тому +68

      It's beautiful to see he still loves his music. The day this man dies will be a sad one, indeed.

    • @ZukoHalliwell
      @ZukoHalliwell 4 роки тому +22

      @@MegaShepardsPie It will be, indeed. But, I am very thankful that that day will come after his work on this glorious saga is complete.

    • @StarRider253
      @StarRider253 4 роки тому +21

      John Williams *IS* the franchise

    • @obi-wankenobi3956
      @obi-wankenobi3956 4 роки тому +9

      He knows what he's done

    • @MrGeorgeFlorcus
      @MrGeorgeFlorcus 3 роки тому +8

      @@StarRider253 The only consistently excellent part of it, I would contend

  • @JustWasted3HoursHere
    @JustWasted3HoursHere 6 років тому +366

    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!

    • @bartholomewthundercatiii3484
      @bartholomewthundercatiii3484 6 років тому +17

      JustWasted3HoursHere It wasn't, but that still doesn't change how great Carrie and Leia were to us.

    • @geckoguy4849
      @geckoguy4849 5 років тому +6

      she was the best character in it but that's not saying much

    • @adamfurnish8481
      @adamfurnish8481 3 роки тому +10

      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

    • @user-xx6vy9ri8p
      @user-xx6vy9ri8p 3 роки тому +1

      The movie was bad, but Luke and Leia's scene was amazing.

    • @cucumberwater6
      @cucumberwater6 2 роки тому

      @@bartholomewthundercatiii3484 it was amazing tho

  • @prithvir1379
    @prithvir1379 3 роки тому +22

    John Williams: Shhh
    Audience: Shuts up in 0.1 second
    Yoda: A disturbance in the force, I sense

  • @jaqenhghar2970
    @jaqenhghar2970 Рік тому +186

    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...

    • @tbram10
      @tbram10 Рік тому +29

      @ sem …not really!

    • @garcia207
      @garcia207 Рік тому

      She is such a phony.

    • @rav2072
      @rav2072 Рік тому +11

      @@sem_skywalker potentially ruining star wars isnt that likeable imo

    • @graystark240
      @graystark240 Рік тому

      @@rav2072 “ruining Star Wars” if your love of Star Wars is so fragile, then go somewhere else. You’re embarrassing

    • @thegreatpiginthesky3904
      @thegreatpiginthesky3904 Рік тому +8

      @@sem_skywalker nice try disney!

  • @JMotion
    @JMotion 6 років тому +710

    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.

    • @TheChosen0791
      @TheChosen0791 6 років тому +12

      Right?

    • @zachsparrow1217
      @zachsparrow1217 6 років тому +9

      Yea I'm not afraid to admit it got to me

    • @RandomStuffGarage619
      @RandomStuffGarage619 2 роки тому +2

      I made it about 3 seconds into the video when the onions started getting cut...

    • @joshuagarnham9703
      @joshuagarnham9703 2 роки тому +3

      She could, one of the things the cast of sequels noticed was that she could remember every one of her lines from the originals.

  • @MrNo1fan
    @MrNo1fan 6 років тому +278

    We all heard the star wars intro music hundreds of times but being there live with John William must freakin magical.

  • @luisvillasenor6310
    @luisvillasenor6310 4 роки тому +142

    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.

    • @joec7217
      @joec7217 4 роки тому +10

      I love the sequel trilogy, but yes I definitely agree that John Williams is amazing

    • @leonardochapman4736
      @leonardochapman4736 3 роки тому +8

      @@joec7217 same here. I love all the films

    • @Jackferrett6781
      @Jackferrett6781 2 роки тому

      I really didn’t enjoy you

    • @webzter2661
      @webzter2661 2 роки тому +7

      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.

    • @Chief4Army117
      @Chief4Army117 Рік тому +1

      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.

  • @stressmuffin
    @stressmuffin Рік тому +23

    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.

  • @9KamilNavi7
    @9KamilNavi7 6 років тому +370

    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.

    • @wapasko
      @wapasko 5 років тому +2

      I get the chills right down my spine. Love it.

    • @Severindk87
      @Severindk87 5 років тому +27

      I cried after that movie for a whole other reason :(

    • @jennifersadler4696
      @jennifersadler4696 5 років тому +4

      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!

    • @diaz8825
      @diaz8825 5 років тому

      @@Severindk87 honestly

    • @altan6194
      @altan6194 4 роки тому +1

      just wait until you watched rise of Skywalker

  • @TheNightshotBR
    @TheNightshotBR 6 років тому +268

    I was kinda expecting him to finish with the Binary Sunset.

    • @gaetanodragonetti3942
      @gaetanodragonetti3942 4 роки тому +2

      Arlindo Melo same!!!

    • @leo-hao
      @leo-hao 4 роки тому +19

      I clicked on this video searching for the force theme so i was kinda dissapointed.

    • @FEDEL89
      @FEDEL89 4 роки тому

      Same

    • @NahsFX
      @NahsFX 3 роки тому +2

      FEDEL89 i mean that’s kinda “like’s theme” since the binary sunset scene was one of his most iconic scenes

    • @TheNightshotBR
      @TheNightshotBR 3 роки тому +1

      @@leo-hao the "force theme" = Binary Sunset.

  • @TheFlyingZulu
    @TheFlyingZulu 3 роки тому +362

    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

  • @vordt4139
    @vordt4139 4 роки тому +27

    After 40 years I see John Williams has mastered the force.

    • @UndercoverCracker
      @UndercoverCracker 4 роки тому +2

      He mastered the force the moment he created Leia's theme...what a song.

    • @imranhussainvo7793
      @imranhussainvo7793 3 роки тому +2

      He has mastered the Force the moment he wrote the main theme

  • @adelaknopova4968
    @adelaknopova4968 6 років тому +455

    She is with the force and the force is with her... forever

    • @chrishall2594
      @chrishall2594 6 років тому +1

      Adéla Knopová the force was invented in the 70s. I don't think it will last forever.

    • @ostenvazquez6029
      @ostenvazquez6029 5 років тому +8

      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

    • @martinpatrick9915
      @martinpatrick9915 10 місяців тому

      She will be a Force ghost along with Han,Luke,Leia,Anakin,Yoda,Obi Wan.

    • @martinpatrick9915
      @martinpatrick9915 10 місяців тому

      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.

  • @spencerstraub2473
    @spencerstraub2473 6 років тому +116

    Billie doing the "help me Obi-Wan Kenobi" line was amazing!

  • @kalebmedina5450
    @kalebmedina5450 3 роки тому +35

    did anyone else noticed that Carrie's daughter was wearing a very similar outfit as the one Leia was wearing in a New Hope

    • @ruadhrose
      @ruadhrose 2 роки тому +1

      She did that on purpose in tribute to her mom and to Leia.

  • @TheMarkoPolo2011
    @TheMarkoPolo2011 2 роки тому +23

    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.

  • @Hammern28
    @Hammern28 6 років тому +396

    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.

    • @Erin.56
      @Erin.56 6 років тому +3

      So well said.

    • @cainey77
      @cainey77 6 років тому +5

      I do too. Your body releases dopamine which causes the chills. It's your brain rewarding you for listening to John Williams.

    • @nawolith3840
      @nawolith3840 6 років тому

      Well said. Well said. And compared with the music it makes me cry.

    • @loxpower
      @loxpower 6 років тому +3

      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.

    • @sarahkinsey5434
      @sarahkinsey5434 6 років тому

      Hammern28 his music takes me to another plane of existence

  • @ladytookie9169
    @ladytookie9169 6 років тому +154

    I really wanted to applaud as soon as it finished then I realized I'm sitting in my living room.

    • @Iluvmilkandcheese
      @Iluvmilkandcheese 2 роки тому +1

      Same but it's 5 am for me and people are asleep 😭

  • @Wolf6722.
    @Wolf6722. 4 роки тому +81

    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.

    • @phila3884
      @phila3884 2 роки тому +3

      Theme at the end of The Empire Strikes Back. What is the name? So melancholy and, perfect.

    • @Historymaker-2001
      @Historymaker-2001 Рік тому +1

      @@phila3884 you might mean “Han Solo and the Princess”. One of the saga’s two great love themes.

  • @webdoar
    @webdoar 5 місяців тому +2

    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.

  • @tim-tamsmith8802
    @tim-tamsmith8802 6 років тому +281

    My god
    That music made me tear up
    I had to fight to not cry
    Holy shit

    • @michaelcnorth1982
      @michaelcnorth1982 6 років тому

      Jesus fucken Christ

    • @Anth230
      @Anth230 6 років тому +1

      Really dude??? You cry Everytime you listen to the Star wars soundtrack?...lol. Wuss

    • @spencerhooker6790
      @spencerhooker6790 6 років тому

      I know right

    • @eloyex
      @eloyex 4 роки тому

      cry

    • @bwkeve38
      @bwkeve38 4 роки тому

      Tim-Tam Smith I didn’t find it when I heard it in person I don’t fight it now

  • @anakinskywalker2054
    @anakinskywalker2054 6 років тому +249

    I’m impressed that Billie memorized all of her mother’s lines from A new hope

    • @gaetanodragonetti3942
      @gaetanodragonetti3942 4 роки тому +7

      Anakin Skywalker how so? Any super nerd has already done that.

    • @NatashaSalgado
      @NatashaSalgado 4 роки тому +11

      And she's an actress so they have to memorize lines

    • @brolybean3260
      @brolybean3260 3 роки тому

      Yea

    • @cazza710
      @cazza710 2 роки тому +9

      @@gaetanodragonetti3942 because she has no reason to? Beyond paying tribute to her mother here there’s no real reason for her to know it

    • @tyrantbossmedia2230
      @tyrantbossmedia2230 Рік тому

      She read them off of the teleprompter

  • @KJChambersOfficial
    @KJChambersOfficial 4 роки тому +17

    John before the curtains opened: "Okay, stay calm. We're only going to play the most famous music of all time to an entire crowd of Star Wars fans who are gonna go beserk." 😂

  • @paulguthrie4857
    @paulguthrie4857 3 місяці тому +2

    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.

  • @Zelein
    @Zelein 6 років тому +142

    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.

  • @MarkWilson-rn8tx
    @MarkWilson-rn8tx 6 років тому +93

    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!

  • @skysamfreeman
    @skysamfreeman Рік тому +10

    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.

    • @Historymaker-2001
      @Historymaker-2001 Рік тому

      Man that must have been the memory of a lifetime, to be surrounded by the symphony of awesomeness conducted by the Maestro himself.

    • @user-hk7hz9cn7v
      @user-hk7hz9cn7v 6 місяців тому

      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!

  • @TheRubberDuck77
    @TheRubberDuck77 8 місяців тому +7

    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

  • @delta_415
    @delta_415 6 років тому +152

    May the force be with you Carrie, always

  • @roryclague5876
    @roryclague5876 6 років тому +72

    How do these delicate variations in air pressure have such an astonishing impact on human beings? [Wipes tears]. Thank you, Carrie. Thank you, John.

  • @shakeelali20
    @shakeelali20 8 місяців тому +6

    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.

  • @TALKINGtac0
    @TALKINGtac0 4 роки тому +23

    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.

  • @AJDOLDCHANNELARCHIVE
    @AJDOLDCHANNELARCHIVE 6 років тому +156

    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.

  • @MrX-xi9ul
    @MrX-xi9ul 6 років тому +68

    *The force is strong with this one...* 9:02

  • @shelleyking8450
    @shelleyking8450 10 місяців тому +6

    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.

  • @DemonsSister
    @DemonsSister Рік тому +18

    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.

  • @idkidk603
    @idkidk603 5 років тому +30

    I love it when John started smiling when the main theme started

  • @brando747
    @brando747 6 років тому +169

    Welp. I'm Crying

  • @okayge_
    @okayge_ 4 роки тому +7

    George: Gives a great geniune speech from the bottom of his heart
    Kathleen: reads from a monitor

  • @janicenorris8726
    @janicenorris8726 3 роки тому +42

    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

  • @TMANTV1
    @TMANTV1 6 років тому +49

    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.

    • @taylorcotter6072
      @taylorcotter6072 6 років тому

      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 ❤️

    • @ZATennisFan
      @ZATennisFan Рік тому

      Beautifully put

  • @DevNulZor
    @DevNulZor 6 років тому +82

    Once you see Jabba the Violinist, you cannot unsee him.

    • @Falcon2.39-1
      @Falcon2.39-1 6 років тому +5

      it’s a viola btw

    • @Capybaraism
      @Capybaraism 6 років тому +4

      *IT'S FUNNY BECAUSE HE'S FAT!*

    • @robdogs3641
      @robdogs3641 6 років тому +3

      w00t57 bring me Solo and the Wookiee

    • @sbfuall
      @sbfuall 4 роки тому +1

      Dont bodyshame and its respectless!

    • @2kdemiks816
      @2kdemiks816 2 роки тому

      😭😭

  • @MadLFC
    @MadLFC 9 місяців тому +10

    John Williams...the most humble genius. An excellent tribute.

  • @Mipatin
    @Mipatin 4 роки тому +11

    2 years later watching this.
    yup - someone still cutting those onions 😭❤️

  • @thetowerfantasymusic
    @thetowerfantasymusic 7 років тому +109

    Such power emanating from just listening to the Imperial March !!!!

  • @HellsHord
    @HellsHord 6 років тому +44

    no mother could ask for a better tribute from a daughter ...well done

  • @chrisboscoe6444
    @chrisboscoe6444 9 місяців тому +15

    The impact that this man has had and still has on our lives is immense, it's huge, you can play a piece to someone who doesn't know his name but they will know where they were when they first saw the movie, he is so iconic! This guy is so iconic in so many peoples childhoods growing up, he's up there with Attenborough, a true master of his craft who does it out of love and passion and the want to give and express and make you feel, the guy is a true Jedi master with his baton! He has been the soundtrack of my youth from star wars, superman, jaws, E.T, close encounters, indiana jones, to Jurassic park Schindler's list, harry potter, I can't say enough good things about the man, he is truly a legend and I for one thank him for blessing me with his talent! I tip my cap to you sir John williams yòu truly are a legend and a blessing

  • @jakubchmiel4579
    @jakubchmiel4579 3 роки тому +6

    Being conducted by John Williams while playing Star Wars is like touching a hand of the God - impressive feeling.

  • @leah-marie5031
    @leah-marie5031 6 років тому +171

    I had just finished seeing rogue one with my boyfriend and later that evening found out about Carrie's passing

    • @ollybongo4720
      @ollybongo4720 6 років тому +15

      Leah Milne similar story. Went to see it with my dad and came home to the terrible news :(

    • @jonskywalker2899
      @jonskywalker2899 6 років тому +21

      Leah Milne I was told the news hours before I saw Rogue One, made that ending so sad.

    • @giorgiolarriva4814
      @giorgiolarriva4814 6 років тому +4

      I heard before watching

    • @agnesecemulini5360
      @agnesecemulini5360 6 років тому +10

      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.

    • @robertoreyes6888
      @robertoreyes6888 6 років тому

      mon laferte....

  • @kylesoto2335
    @kylesoto2335 6 років тому +32

    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!

  • @chrisbrackin9678
    @chrisbrackin9678 2 роки тому +10

    10:33 I instantly got chills and tears. I was half expecting it and half not. I can't imagine what Harrison Ford and Mark Hamill were thinking if or when they saw this. What a legacy Star Wars and Carrie will forever have.

    • @Jackferrett6781
      @Jackferrett6781 10 місяців тому +1

      Ford would’ve been secretly tearing up but not wanting to admit it. Whereas Hamill would’ve been openly tearing up

  • @nishantmudgal4434
    @nishantmudgal4434 3 роки тому +6

    It Gave Me Goosebumps When She Ended With *"Help Me Obi Wan Kenobi...You're My Only Hope"* !!

  • @ValensBellator
    @ValensBellator 5 років тому +18

    "The secret sauce of Star Wars"
    What a perfect quote from Lucas, it's so true! Well, except it's not much of a secret at this point lol

  • @Windryder1
    @Windryder1 6 років тому +18

    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.

  • @Tkibbs14
    @Tkibbs14 2 роки тому +7

    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!!

  • @lolafaleti3037
    @lolafaleti3037 4 роки тому +15

    I cried through the whole thing omg. From Leia’s Theme to the Imperial March, this music is so powerful.

  • @user-qe6lw1kr3o
    @user-qe6lw1kr3o 6 років тому +25

    I think the star wars must never exist without John Williams rather than Lucas and any other people who were involved in the star wars

    • @Zeknif1
      @Zeknif1 6 років тому +8

      I think even George Lucas believed John Williams was more important to Star Wars than himself.

    • @Derpinurface
      @Derpinurface 6 років тому +4

      John williams made star wars such an incredible thing

  • @smithwesson1896
    @smithwesson1896 6 років тому +26

    In loving memory of our princess, Carrie Fisher. May the force be with you, always.

  • @jp-hs8hu
    @jp-hs8hu 4 роки тому +4

    God..if you exist...thank you for giving us John Williams.

  • @johnd1466
    @johnd1466 4 роки тому +8

    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...

  • @seancox4480
    @seancox4480 6 років тому +65

    Williams does not have the force. Williams is The Force.

    • @cliffordototivo
      @cliffordototivo 4 роки тому +3

      Sean Cox the force binds the Galaxy together it's all around us it's love. R.i.p Carrie Fisher.

  • @wonglee2424
    @wonglee2424 6 років тому +22

    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

  • @ashakir622
    @ashakir622 2 роки тому +6

    Princess Leia's theme is easily one of my favorites of Williams' compositions. It's so beautiful.

  • @ColvyMolvy
    @ColvyMolvy 3 роки тому +3

    John Williams gestures to quiet crowd
    Crowd: "it will be done My Lord"