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  • Superman (main theme) - John Williams
    BBC Prom 65: Film Music Prom 31/8/13
    BBC Concert Orchestra - Keith Lockhart

КОМЕНТАРІ • 7 тис.

  • @keechan7939
    @keechan7939 4 місяці тому +335

    who is listening in 2024?😊

    • @aria3329
      @aria3329 3 місяці тому +7

      Me! I've been listening for years. I LOVE this version of John Williams' classic. It's WONDERFUL! 😊

    • @chrisbrady8476
      @chrisbrady8476 2 місяці тому +3

      Me

    • @IloveChrome846
      @IloveChrome846 2 місяці тому +3

      Me, just as I was in 1984. You're not alone!

    • @johnboro64
      @johnboro64 2 місяці тому +6

      Me, god bless Israel

    • @perseus02
      @perseus02 2 місяці тому +2

      Me

  • @jesusmontescaceres7174
    @jesusmontescaceres7174 3 роки тому +4889

    DC fans, please rise for the national anthem.

    • @theguyfromtsukihime3898
      @theguyfromtsukihime3898 3 роки тому +345

      Comic book fans please rise for the national anthem

    • @AlbertaGeek
      @AlbertaGeek 3 роки тому +311

      @@theguyfromtsukihime3898 This. Marvel or DC, William's Superman theme is for everyone. I turned 56 this year. I was 14 when Richard Donner's Superman first came out in the theaters, and John William's music made us feel the wonder and excitement before the opening credits were even done. And to this day when I hear these opening strains, I'm a kid again and I shed a tear.

    • @athulrajr9121
      @athulrajr9121 3 роки тому +23

      @@AlbertaGeek 🤗💓

    • @andresgamer6741
      @andresgamer6741 3 роки тому +106

      Superman Anthem, true believer!

    • @Jeremy198123
      @Jeremy198123 3 роки тому +30

      I think if they had someone on a crane flying around, it would make it a memorable trip. Just my opinion

  • @kovacsj7823
    @kovacsj7823 2 роки тому +1071

    Christopher Reeve was the best Superman. His acting, and his looks as Supes just as Clark are unbeatable. Rest in peace, Christopher.

    • @jws1272
      @jws1272 Рік тому +39

      To me, this is The Christopher Reeve Theme!!!

    • @saeedshafee7797
      @saeedshafee7797 Рік тому +18

      True this is the Christopher Reeve Superman theme song

    • @Englandsbestlover
      @Englandsbestlover Рік тому +11

      Yea, agreed. Close behind is Henry Caville.

    • @_._Mercure_._
      @_._Mercure_._ Рік тому +15

      I was 8 years old when my mother told me : "we are going to the cinema to see Superman".
      A crazy world outside in the queue, the cinema was 100% full, an extraordinary movie, an unforgettable moment.
      Christopher Reeve is The Superman, yes!

    • @peterherrington3300
      @peterherrington3300 Рік тому +1

      Supes ?

  • @markw3598
    @markw3598 7 місяців тому +98

    How does a human write such music!?!? Ladies and gentlemen, ... Mr. John Williams!

  • @ponchocastaneda
    @ponchocastaneda 3 роки тому +2840

    This is and always will be Superman’s theme no matter how many reboots or remakes there are.

    • @markfox1545
      @markfox1545 3 роки тому +2

      @@chrisconnollyofficial - wow. A three word comment from you and 33.3% of it was incorrect. If you'd been replying to me with that level of ignorance I'd honestly have been insulted that you approved of me. Pathetic.

    • @chrisconnollyofficial
      @chrisconnollyofficial 3 роки тому +29

      @@markfox1545 what crap are you talking? Im agreeing with Alfonso's comment when he said its the true superman theme. Stick to sniffing glue ya muppet

    • @Al-ok1lj
      @Al-ok1lj 3 роки тому +59

      While I love Hans Zimmer’s take on the Superman theme, this one will be here after we’re all long gone.

    • @austinjeon807
      @austinjeon807 3 роки тому +2

      @@markfox1545 lol some ppl gonna take you seriously bruh

    • @plabankumarbiswas7321
      @plabankumarbiswas7321 3 роки тому

      @@markfox1545 0pp

  • @ifa9095
    @ifa9095 3 роки тому +1528

    “What makes Superman a hero is not that he has power, but that he has the wisdom and the maturity to use the power wisely. From an acting point of view, that's how I approached the part.” -Christopher Reeve

    • @NJTDover
      @NJTDover 3 роки тому +7

      @Jay Ce Spidey beat Clark Kent on that piece of advice.

    • @stephanreichelt2700
      @stephanreichelt2700 3 роки тому +6

      Like Thor👍💪⚡⚡⚒

    • @brandonwilliams9353
      @brandonwilliams9353 3 роки тому +19

      Superman with his powers can destroy a whole planet by himself

    • @brandonwilliams9353
      @brandonwilliams9353 3 роки тому +9

      @@stephanreichelt2700 naw Superman will kill Thor

    • @stephanreichelt2700
      @stephanreichelt2700 3 роки тому +2

      @@brandonwilliams9353 Thor is a GOD who slays Giants for fun.....

  • @thadstudebaker3370
    @thadstudebaker3370 Рік тому +469

    No other piece of music makes me grin from ear-to-ear while pushing me to the verge of happy tears like this one does.

    • @scottwallace1
      @scottwallace1 Рік тому +1

      💯

    • @avikatt
      @avikatt Рік тому +3

      Exactly!!!

    • @JamezGrimm
      @JamezGrimm Рік тому +5

      *cough* Indiana Jones theme *cough*

    • @noelgonzalez9549
      @noelgonzalez9549 Рік тому +13

      I had to stop the video bc my 11 year old said “Papi why are you crying?” Dude… happy mf tears.

    • @jameslove-vani797
      @jameslove-vani797 Рік тому +7

      Goosebumps at a cellular level

  • @jc-im3yw
    @jc-im3yw 11 місяців тому +267

    My body was completely paralyzed by post-covid guillane barre syndrome. I played this theme song throughout my months-long rehab. It helped inspire me to fight for every little gain. Today I can walk again.

    • @arturogaray555
      @arturogaray555 6 місяців тому +5

      Awesome

    • @arturogaray555
      @arturogaray555 6 місяців тому +4

      Beautiful

    • @TheAwesome853
      @TheAwesome853 6 місяців тому +2

      This song make me feel all the potential that i wanna have like person. Don't surrender and go to the future.❤

    • @callingyouout6073
      @callingyouout6073 5 місяців тому

      Your Guillane Barre syndrome was a result of your vaccines.

    • @marujabasurco4418
      @marujabasurco4418 5 місяців тому +3

      Que bueno por ti!!!❤❤❤❤❤

  • @GamingWithGeo
    @GamingWithGeo 5 років тому +3478

    To this day, this is still the best superhero theme song to ever be created.

  • @dylanbotha9314
    @dylanbotha9314 3 роки тому +948

    This song gave me so much hope as a kid and still to this day it gives me goosebumps, what a master piece!

  • @douglasferris4596
    @douglasferris4596 Рік тому +213

    I can’t control my emotions. This gets me every time. Superman punch right in the feels.

    • @RS54321
      @RS54321 Рік тому +6

      Me too!

    • @user-fo6ks2sw7g
      @user-fo6ks2sw7g 6 місяців тому +2

      Me three!! John Williams rocks, our modern day Beethoven

    • @arjunbala6265
      @arjunbala6265 5 місяців тому

      Me too...🙂🌹

  • @Joe-sl6is
    @Joe-sl6is 2 роки тому +568

    Christopher Reeve will always be known as the one and only Superman. He knew how to play both sides extremely well!

    • @stormymaiden
      @stormymaiden 2 роки тому +10

      Jamás habrá nadie como Christopher Reeves jamás!!!

    • @jws1272
      @jws1272 Рік тому +6

      This will always be ...........The Christopher Reeve Theme!!!!

    • @markfox1545
      @markfox1545 Рік тому +3

      Both sides? What sides?

    • @alexandercummins
      @alexandercummins Рік тому +10

      @@markfox1545 Shy and quiet Clark Kent, bold and brave Superman

    • @moboutmen
      @moboutmen Рік тому +2

      George Reeves.

  • @J_131
    @J_131 3 роки тому +401

    What an absolute masterpiece. John Williams will go down in history as one of humanity’s best composers.

  • @johnpulaski6725
    @johnpulaski6725 Рік тому +47

    The Greatest Superhero Movie Theme of all time! 👍🇺🇸🦸

  • @DarthPhallix
    @DarthPhallix Рік тому +16

    The Theme Song for all of Humanity. This is us.

  • @emperorgolden8425
    @emperorgolden8425 2 роки тому +249

    John Williams holds a special place in our hearts for his incredible music

    • @sassyd8738
      @sassyd8738 9 місяців тому +5

      So special and magical forever

  • @nathansummers9657
    @nathansummers9657 3 роки тому +180

    best super hero theme ever, R.I.P christopher reeve a great person and the REAL superman

    • @mattjackson2172
      @mattjackson2172 3 роки тому

      What about Brandon Routh?

    • @saibalne5631
      @saibalne5631 3 роки тому

      @@mattjackson2172 I prefer him as the old superman( kingdom come )

    • @mattjackson2172
      @mattjackson2172 2 роки тому

      @@saibalne5631 Tyler Hoechlin?

    • @jws1272
      @jws1272 2 роки тому +3

      I will always consider this piece of music to be The Christopher Reeve Theme!!!

  • @Octaane90
    @Octaane90 Місяць тому +3

    This aint just music, it's a national monument

  • @dukenukemani07
    @dukenukemani07 Рік тому +32

    Christopher Reeve will always be Superman in my book. May he rest in peace.

  • @smithwesson1896
    @smithwesson1896 4 роки тому +2010

    Christopher Reeve didn't die, he just went back to Krypton
    Now Richard Donner too...

    • @CinemaQuirks
      @CinemaQuirks 4 роки тому +40

      Amen😭

    • @javieracuna921
      @javieracuna921 4 роки тому +9

      Tenes toda la razon!!!!

    • @danskyl7279
      @danskyl7279 4 роки тому +38

      The last son of Krypton.

    • @AnointedFlow
      @AnointedFlow 4 роки тому +13

      That doesn't make sense since Krypton was gone in his story.

    • @smithwesson1896
      @smithwesson1896 4 роки тому +14

      @@AnointedFlow You're ruining it, don't push it

  • @Frank00
    @Frank00 3 роки тому +371

    I seen this movie when I was 9, I’m 50 now and I still remember how I felt when I seen it, I couldn’t believe there was someone as strong as my dad.

    • @jntdhome
      @jntdhome 3 роки тому +16

      I'm the same age and share your story. It was a childhood defining event. To this day, this score gives me chills. I would wager there is an entire generation of men who's childhood was marked by this film...and of course, Star Wars a year earlier. We were lucky.

    • @Frank00
      @Frank00 3 роки тому +5

      @@jntdhome can’t forget Star Wars!

    • @mbermudez69
      @mbermudez69 2 роки тому +16

      Woa! I love this comment. I am 51 and watched with my Dad and always thought of him being a superdad and how stromg he was. I miss him

    • @jntdhome
      @jntdhome 2 роки тому +6

      @@mbermudez69 I lost my Dad when he was only 51. This movie and this score make me think of him every single time.

    • @jaelynjackson3447
      @jaelynjackson3447 2 роки тому +1

      Me Too

  • @sandysteven6792
    @sandysteven6792 Рік тому +27

    And this is why ... Superman was not just a movie ... it was so much more!

    • @jeffreyriley8742
      @jeffreyriley8742 Місяць тому

      It's a symbol of the goodness we all can be, the true heroism we MUST be.

  • @fezenclop
    @fezenclop Рік тому +117

    This is one of the best pieces of music ever written. Period.

    • @dariusvisser7949
      @dariusvisser7949 Рік тому

      and this one also ua-cam.com/video/8AYy-BcjRXg/v-deo.html

    • @aminamaikori
      @aminamaikori Рік тому +6

      Without a doubt

    • @markfox1545
      @markfox1545 11 місяців тому +1

      It's amusing when people of mediocre intelligence say 'period' to add significance to their inane utterances. 😅😅

    • @robbymulvany2109
      @robbymulvany2109 4 місяці тому +1

      @@markfox1545 It's almost as bad as people that put emojis in their text...

  • @human777
    @human777 Рік тому +80

    I'm moved to tears every time I hear this magnificent symphony

    • @MG-fl3hs
      @MG-fl3hs 9 місяців тому +4

      Same. It inspires Hope. Just like Superman.

    • @Omar-ke6zm
      @Omar-ke6zm 8 місяців тому +1

      Me too its beatiful😢😢 i wish what this theme in Superman Legacy

    • @user-yf7yi8ys9i
      @user-yf7yi8ys9i 8 місяців тому +1

      I always cry from the first note, such a powerful song.

  • @johnathanhughes9881
    @johnathanhughes9881 11 місяців тому +14

    The remarkable thing about this theme is the fact that, despite it never having lyrics as such, you can just hear the word "SUPERMAN!" at the beginning . . .

  • @yeags1383
    @yeags1383 2 роки тому +151

    As a kid....my eyes lit up when I heard this. Superman was it. And I'll be damned if this country doesn't need him right now! More than ever! 🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲

    • @ThomasCostigan
      @ThomasCostigan Рік тому +8

      I'm a Brit, but im a sucker for the line, Truth, justice and the American way!

    • @jamesmciver9485
      @jamesmciver9485 Рік тому +2

      I love it I want it for a ringtone just like this

    • @joeyboedeker2047
      @joeyboedeker2047 7 місяців тому +1

      The world needs him!

    • @enjoyyoursleep1
      @enjoyyoursleep1 6 місяців тому +3

      The world needs him! And how lucky us kids were to for a time have Christopher Reeve bring him to life. May my hero rest in peace

    • @RealMash
      @RealMash 2 місяці тому +2

      @@enjoyyoursleep1 I think his fight as a paraplegic to get his movement back was even more heroic. He deserved better, though.

  • @geraldwilson681
    @geraldwilson681 7 місяців тому +37

    This music is absolutely beautiful and perfect for the Superman movie!! Rest in peace Christopher Reeves and Margot Kidder!!

  • @BattlestarDamocles
    @BattlestarDamocles Рік тому +32

    Christopher Reeve will always be Superman. R.I.P.

  • @evertonporter7887
    @evertonporter7887 4 роки тому +348

    This theme is truly one of the greatest works humanity has ever created.

    • @apollokourosalsocalledsupe3088
      @apollokourosalsocalledsupe3088 3 роки тому +1

      Yes becAuse mADe it in mY Highness HonorS ActuallY
      Everton Porter

    • @J_131
      @J_131 3 роки тому +2

      Absolutely

    • @adamclapp896
      @adamclapp896 3 роки тому +3

      Yes! The Superman theme, as well as the other pieces of music for the Chris Reeve Superman movies will always be legendary, and never beaten, ever.

    • @mattjackson2172
      @mattjackson2172 3 роки тому +2

      @@adamclapp896 What about Brandon Routh?

    • @Willysmb44
      @Willysmb44 2 роки тому +3

      Well, arguably the best movie score ever written, anyway

  • @moffiekop
    @moffiekop Рік тому +30

    This makes me picture Christopher Reeve flying and smiling at the camera. Takes me back to my childhood. Awesome piece of music that evokes great memories and nostalgia

  • @sherbertdip6924
    @sherbertdip6924 2 роки тому +57

    John Williams' greatest moment, yes I said it. The whole soundtrack is a masterpiece.

  • @sirdaddytopper
    @sirdaddytopper 3 роки тому +174

    Any man over a certain age can’t help but feel his chest swell on hearing this piece. Brilliant.

  • @th3hunter
    @th3hunter 9 місяців тому +31

    Among all the masterpieces of John Williams, this one still gives me goosebumps every time I hear, it gets me this incontrollable need to rip my shirt off and fly through the window

  • @billy1673
    @billy1673 Рік тому +25

    Greatest theme ever written.

  • @cliffordishii3738
    @cliffordishii3738 2 роки тому +82

    John Williams is an absolute musical genius who took us on adventures with his music and filled our imaginations, while entertaining us. Thanks John.

  • @jeremyrobinson1611
    @jeremyrobinson1611 10 місяців тому +14

    One of the best performances of the superman theme ever done

  • @markgleave5441
    @markgleave5441 3 роки тому +155

    So powerful, nothing like this will ever be written again..... Christopher Reeve will never be gone as long as this music is there..

    • @mattjackson2172
      @mattjackson2172 3 роки тому

      Oh wait, Christopher Reeve died in 2004.

    • @Jondoe297..
      @Jondoe297.. 2 роки тому +2

      @@mattjackson2172 still remembered as the superman, no one is dead until they are forgotten.

    • @GelFaith1922
      @GelFaith1922 2 роки тому +2

      Christopher Reeve was the only Superman for me.

  • @chuckst98
    @chuckst98 Рік тому +39

    Why does this song just make you feel GOOD!!😄😄😄😄😄😄

  • @danieldevries3230
    @danieldevries3230 Рік тому +22

    Back in the beginnings of VHS my dad bought Superman and we had blankets and popcorn and it was the start of many movie nights. He loved John Williams and other composers. Love you dad and miss you ❤

  • @Sagemeister007
    @Sagemeister007 3 роки тому +50

    The first 5 seconds with the horns gave me the chills.

  • @khaledqasim
    @khaledqasim Рік тому +20

    Christopher Reeve lives in our hearts, and through this gorgeous master piece ❤️ 🦸‍♂️

  • @khadorstrong
    @khadorstrong 7 місяців тому +20

    Anytime this song is played it brings a tear to my eyes. It IS the music of Superman, if you just sit back and listen to it, it brings hope, it brings a feeling of unending braveness to your heart.
    It's perfect.
    it's Superman

  • @cp070476
    @cp070476 Рік тому +52

    The power of this score is unreal.. No matter what mood you are in this always makes you feel alive. Utter legend tune.

  • @ecatalan98
    @ecatalan98 3 роки тому +95

    How this soundtrack didn't win an Oscar is BEYOND me. Then again, John Williams was UNSTOPPABLE in the 70s, almost a monopoly of GREAT soundtrack music!

    • @meganbeyers9318
      @meganbeyers9318 3 роки тому +4

      He’s STILL unstoppable.

    • @cdnsilverdaddy
      @cdnsilverdaddy 3 роки тому

      ennio morricone is better

    • @mjwchapman
      @mjwchapman 2 роки тому +8

      @@cdnsilverdaddy both titans of our time. as were bernstein, goldsmith and horner. but more of williams' works transcend cinema
      so for me he's the GOAT

  • @nickbaker8614
    @nickbaker8614 Рік тому +75

    One of my all-time favourite pieces of music. It's just majestic!

    • @47Str8
      @47Str8 Рік тому +9

      If music could make you fly...this is the one!

  • @norbiesison9257
    @norbiesison9257 Рік тому +42

    What a faithful rendition of John William's masterpiece of a theme. So iconic, the opening bars alone can leave you breathless with anticipation.

  • @fotfoti
    @fotfoti 3 роки тому +52

    Im 43 years old and it still gives me goosebumps to this day

    • @MinisterofArt-Decor
      @MinisterofArt-Decor 3 роки тому +3

      Not just goosebumps, I am 41 years old and still crying when hear the march again. 😍😭

    • @n74wilson33
      @n74wilson33 Рік тому +4

      I'm 47 and I get goosebumps and wonderful memories of my childhood.

    • @markpierce4416
      @markpierce4416 Місяць тому

      52 and I still get excited watching this. Especially the scene where he saves Lois and the helicopter

  • @jjrivas3
    @jjrivas3 2 роки тому +60

    I can never get tired of hearing this!

  • @hecate235
    @hecate235 6 місяців тому +25

    Loved this. Without any film clips, you pay attention to the orchestra and the music. And the music is GLORIOUS!
    John WIlliams is a genius. May he live 100 years.

    • @markw3598
      @markw3598 6 місяців тому +2

      If he does, it's wonderful, but we ALL KNOW his music will live forever!

    • @lamonthamilton667
      @lamonthamilton667 3 місяці тому

      He's 91 now..

  • @keithlemon457
    @keithlemon457 Рік тому +22

    With this music the Legend lives on, as will the memory of Christopher Reeve. Sadly gone, but never forgotten !

  • @danielyoung210
    @danielyoung210 3 роки тому +58

    I have two very damaged knees, yet everyday I walk 2 miles with this song resounding in my mind and I think of Christopher Reeves courage, his heart and his indomitable spirit that carried him on even through impossible odds, he continued to be a "Super" "Man!" God speed Clark Kent! Christopher you will always epitomize what is best in all of us, "truth, justice, heart, hope, and the willingness to sacrifice all for the welfare of others! UP! UP! AND AWAY!

  • @johnlaslow3074
    @johnlaslow3074 Рік тому +9

    How can you listen to this and not feel like flying?!! AWESOME!!

  • @HighMojo
    @HighMojo Рік тому +16

    You will believe that a man can fly. This music certainly has my spirits soaring.

  • @JustWasted3HoursHere
    @JustWasted3HoursHere 3 роки тому +177

    I always tear up when I hear this theme, when it's done right like in this case, not because it reminds me of the tragic end to Christopher Reeve but because of the raw power it contains to move you. Can you imagine what it was like for me, an 11 year old kid, sitting there in the dark watching those titles zoom towards the screen? I wish I could go back in time and watch this movie all over again for the first time to experience that feeling again, or at least sit behind my 11 year old self and enjoy that initial reaction. Good times! (And only one year after Star Wars equally blew my mind).

    • @Marineavp
      @Marineavp 2 роки тому +4

      The feeling is inside you, you can go back in time, is easy, feel like a child, empty your mind and only concentrate in that moment, no matter if it is in the past.

    • @goaliefp
      @goaliefp 2 роки тому +3

      I have the same reaction every time I hear it. Raw Power and Strength is exactly the description of the feeling when hearing it. Makes you want to just put your arms up and fly or save someone!!!

    • @tianabrown3074
      @tianabrown3074 2 роки тому +1

      I had a similar experience. Going to see this movie back in the day was one of the great events of my life that I will always remember.

    • @stevepipenger4651
      @stevepipenger4651 2 роки тому

      Those movies blew this mind, too. These exquisite scores were the exclamation points on two wonderful movies.

    • @48dirtfarmer
      @48dirtfarmer 2 роки тому

      I was 30 when I saw it first time and was blown away

  • @ddonlee
    @ddonlee Рік тому +30

    After listening to this piece of perfection I feel I can fly too. Amazing

  • @Hilux5972
    @Hilux5972 Рік тому +30

    There really is no words to adequately describe the hope, the success, or the pure magic of this theme song. It is simply the best.

  • @ljjmac6983
    @ljjmac6983 4 роки тому +304

    My nerdy ass honestly shed a tear listening to this amazing and iconic theme.

    • @doc8732
      @doc8732 3 роки тому +7

      I still do everytime...

    • @unclebuck259
      @unclebuck259 3 роки тому +1

      I did

    • @marjokea
      @marjokea 3 роки тому

      same

    • @KAH5371
      @KAH5371 3 роки тому +4

      Happy to know I’m not alone. 😢

    • @blamtagious
      @blamtagious 3 роки тому +1

      At 3:30, every time

  • @rachelcorr4681
    @rachelcorr4681 2 роки тому +82

    Everytime this masterpiece is played, Chris Reeve smiles at us all from above in the sky...sending out love and hope.
    Chris you're Superman and you'll always be. You were not only a cape, boots and a suit.
    You were light...
    ❤❤❤❤🏆🏆🏆🏆👑👑👑👑
    The other ones only play to be Superman.

    • @JP-ch8es
      @JP-ch8es 2 роки тому +3

      You nailed it! Christopher Reeve ... Kal El 😉

  • @ernesthill4017
    @ernesthill4017 Рік тому +48

    It is impossible to yield to anxiety or depression with such heroic, uplifting music ringing in one's ears 😊✅️👍☮️

  • @jessesausedo4779
    @jessesausedo4779 2 роки тому +15

    By far the best super hero theme song ever. There are so parts of this song when I say this is my favorite part.

  • @dru3703
    @dru3703 2 роки тому +17

    I remember being a little boy and when those low rumbling bass horns start to blow with the drums at :37 my mind told me to rise up and save the world with my cloth red towel cape. Such a hero’s theme. A child’s imagination is the best.

  • @glenn4641
    @glenn4641 Рік тому +27

    These musicians all deserve an individual clap and bow , what a masterpiece 💓

  • @cheese26611
    @cheese26611 Рік тому +43

    Simply brilliant. One of John Williams' best scores, and that's saying a lot.

  • @brianleyh9199
    @brianleyh9199 3 роки тому +32

    I am 40 and I was a kid when this came out. Still to this day, it makes the hairs rise in my arms

  • @stewmass3018
    @stewmass3018 Рік тому +17

    I *still* get chills hearing this theme. The buildup to the main phrase is just incredible, the woodwinds pairing with the chimes...I could go on and on.

  • @TwentyOneNeeks
    @TwentyOneNeeks 4 місяці тому +10

    the greatest superhero theme of all time

  • @alexsandrapuzanov1007
    @alexsandrapuzanov1007 11 місяців тому +20

    This made my heart jump out of my chest!!! ❤👏🙌

  • @deanjones1096
    @deanjones1096 2 роки тому +44

    I don’t think you all understand just how note to note this is perfection, I mean literally close your eyes and just listen

    • @mito-pb8qg
      @mito-pb8qg Рік тому +2

      Could've really fallen straight out of the screen, this rendition. I can almost see him flying just hearing this.

    • @enjoyyoursleep1
      @enjoyyoursleep1 6 місяців тому +1

      agree the way this was played was quite similar to Williams' orginal version for the film. In this version I did here little touches of Ken Thorne.

  • @LauroMagrelow
    @LauroMagrelow 2 роки тому +92

    18/11/2021 - I am crying while I listen to it... Jhon Williams is one of the most brilliant composers of our time.

  • @coffeecat9108
    @coffeecat9108 Місяць тому +5

    The perfect theme for the man who symbolizes hope

  • @brendandrislane4560
    @brendandrislane4560 Рік тому +18

    These folks executed this piece of music flawlessly and with passion. Well done.

  • @a.walters123
    @a.walters123 2 місяці тому +5

    Truly, no piece of music beats some of these musical scores. There’s beautiful, talented songs on the radio, but only pieces like this give me chills.

  • @deanoh9980
    @deanoh9980 2 роки тому +25

    If you close your eyes and listen to this it's just as amazing as watching Supernan at the cinema. Completely epic theme tune played by a fabulous orchestra. Even after all this time it stoll gives me goosebumps.

  • @alvarosierra3793
    @alvarosierra3793 2 роки тому +55

    Con solo escuchar los primeros acordes, ya sabes que el día está salvado.

  • @lh6784
    @lh6784 Рік тому +57

    This is ecstasy to my ears. As I listen to this beautiful masterpiece, I regret giving up on learning how to play a clarinet in the fifth grade. These people definitely stuck to their lessons. These professionals are eons away from playing a screeching, " Mary had a Little Lamb ". I wish I would not have given up.

    • @alejandrocamberosrodriguez4222
      @alejandrocamberosrodriguez4222 Рік тому +8

      I don't know you personally, but if I may, it's never too late to start over! If it's something you wish to explore deeper, you can always pick up that clarinet again!

    • @lh6784
      @lh6784 Рік тому +7

      @@alejandrocamberosrodriguez4222 Thanks for the encouragement. I believe I will 🙂.

    • @zeniktorres4320
      @zeniktorres4320 Рік тому +2

      🤣

  • @stormy8785
    @stormy8785 3 роки тому +37

    This brings a tear to my eyes😢

  • @b.santos8804
    @b.santos8804 3 роки тому +27

    I just love how, when the first few bars begin to play, there's a hushed murmur of excitement that runs through the crowd as they recognize the song.

  • @jerrybeaver4677
    @jerrybeaver4677 6 місяців тому +8

    RIP Chris the best Superman John Williams score the best of the best total classic song and sounds music will live on very long time 👍👍👍👍👍

  • @ExtrackterYT
    @ExtrackterYT Рік тому +20

    It's downright impossible to sit still listening to this masterpiece. Something happens on both a primitive and a intellectual way. One gets bombarded with the feeling of adventure, love, action, joy... it's bliss. I don't think there are a theme that captures any other character as well as Williams "Superman". The music is the embodiment of the hero. I remember how the room was packed in the cinema in the little town in Sweden in which I lived. I was 11 yo. Halfway through the main titles people started humming the theme, some put their hands up in tune with the music and after Richard Donners name flashed by applause started. But it was nothing compared to the cheers and applause in the end when Superman winked and flied off. It was the first movie I saw at the cinema (aside childrens movies). I was completely overhelmed. This was the benchmark for every movie I've seen since and boy - I thought ever "grown up" movie was as good... but alas.
    At the school everyone (but the girls for some reason) talked over each other about the movie. All of the original party (seven of us) went to the next showing (and got all the parents to give us money for it) and we had an even bigger blast. Probably the best movie experience of my life... so far.
    Sidenote: why the hell doesn't movies nowadays have main titles!?

  • @chrisscott2570
    @chrisscott2570 3 роки тому +11

    Each time I hear John williams masterpiece for Superman. It takes me back to a kid first watching Superman movie. The ending scene when Christopher Reeves smiles at the audience. I would always get excited.

  • @73fug
    @73fug 3 роки тому +23

    RIP Richard Donner, you made me believe a man could fly, as a child I jumped off the back of the sofa wearing a tea towel and survived without any broken bones, I thank you.

  • @gavinhiggins375
    @gavinhiggins375 7 місяців тому +6

    Why does this make me so emotional ❤

  • @lenoxseer
    @lenoxseer 4 місяці тому +4

    This song takes me right back to being a kid. Running around with my red cape on, acting like I was flying. All while humming this song. As a kid I WAS Superman and saved countless lives. Hits me in the feels every time.

  • @dbonifant587
    @dbonifant587 3 роки тому +28

    I don’t know if it’s my favorite part of the piece, but I love the buildup from 0:28 to 0:51. It’s almost like the music is telling you “Get ready. You’re going to like this.”

  • @romanoromanos3379
    @romanoromanos3379 Рік тому +7

    From Algeria, I always love and adore Superman's music more than any movie I used to watch when I was young with my parents, and to this day I still watch it. It's really amazing. Greetings to everyone, especially America and its nice people.

  • @TheGallifreyanKnight
    @TheGallifreyanKnight 2 роки тому +20

    Epic. Hopeful. Inspiring.
    Everything Superman should be.
    One of the greatest pieces of music ever written. ♥

  • @jackiewoods238
    @jackiewoods238 3 роки тому +40

    TEARS AND GOOSEBUMPS! I played this over and over again- I love the way John Williams show cased each instrument!! If this song can't make your adrenaline pump you must be dead!Thank you Mr. Williams RIP CHRISTOPHER Reeve. You will always be the only " Superman!

  • @gailwebb9619
    @gailwebb9619 2 роки тому +7

    This is Superman to me.....absolutely perfection. John Williams is a genius!

  • @benlaskowski357
    @benlaskowski357 Рік тому +5

    I was just a kid seeing that movie. It was Mom's favorite.
    I'm 42 now, she's gone, Chris Reeve is too, but I still have this.

  • @7pastorb
    @7pastorb 8 місяців тому +3

    That opening... with the Crescendo to the synphony... not gonna lie, tightens my throat every single time.

  • @7pastorb
    @7pastorb 10 місяців тому +5

    As a young kid with no father in the very early 80s... Superman made me feel safe somehow. Made me think i could be the one to protect the defenseless and the innocent. And this song would absolutely make my little chest poke out and would make me stand tall. Christopher Reeves is the only person i think of when i hear this Symphony.
    Henry Cavill you filled the shoes well, truly, but i will never think of you when i hear this.
    Thank you Mr Williams! Thank you Christopher Reeves for making me believe in a better world where men stood strong and didnt let their morals be corrupted by foolishness.

  • @ironoceans
    @ironoceans Рік тому +7

    Goosebumps each and everytime I hear this. Pure awesomeness indeed!

  • @datyellaman447
    @datyellaman447 2 роки тому +3

    When I was a kid in like 81' and I heard this I got so damn excited!!!

  • @leearmstrong6225
    @leearmstrong6225 Рік тому +4

    That tempo and key changes in the last sections of this masterpiece....... gets me every time

  • @marioramos6803
    @marioramos6803 2 роки тому +12

    They had me within the first 3 seconds. Amazing!!! This will forever be the only Superman music until the end of time. Magnificently done 👏. Would definitely have made the great Christopher Reeves proud 🥲.

  • @RafaelMercadoSalas
    @RafaelMercadoSalas 3 роки тому +18

    This is absolutely glorious. I’m in tears.

  • @kolbamschugjuliv8768
    @kolbamschugjuliv8768 2 роки тому +5

    This brings so much good memory.... As a kid, I always think I could fly whenever I hear this song.... My most loved "Superman" theme, and my most loved ""Superman"...Christopher Reeves.

  • @eradicator1830
    @eradicator1830 2 роки тому +8

    This is the best anthem for Superheroes! D.C or Marvel alike! ❤ Nostalgic! Goosebumps!

  • @shag911
    @shag911 11 місяців тому +3

    John Williams wrote the score my childhood! Greatest muscian ever! His music will transcend generations!

  • @patricklee8314
    @patricklee8314 6 місяців тому +2

    Do you know how popular Superman is? My father was an immigrant's son born in the Philippines, yet loved Superman and his ideals till the day he passed away. He has Superman watch and clock as his most treasured belongings