Great Performances

Great Performances: A John Williams Premiere at Tanglewood

Experience a concert of works by legendary composer John Williams from Boston Symphony Orchestra’s summer home at Tanglewood including Williams’ new violin concerto performed by virtuoso Anne-Sophie Mutter and other works conducted by Andris Nelsons.

Great Performances: A John Williams Premiere at Tanglewood

1h 24m

Experience a concert of works by legendary composer John Williams from Boston Symphony Orchestra’s summer home at Tanglewood including Williams’ new violin concerto performed by virtuoso Anne-Sophie Mutter and other works conducted by Andris Nelsons.

Previews + Extras

  • 5 Fabulous Facts: John Williams: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    5 Fabulous Facts: John Williams

    S49 E8 - 1m 13s

    Learn five facts about the Oscar-winning composer, John Williams. Learn how Williams' music career began in the U.S. Air Force, how he got his start in Hollywood, and how his chance meeting with Steven Spielberg led to one of the most iconic partnerships in film history.

  • John Williams & Anne-Sophie Mutter Talk Composing and More: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    John Williams & Anne-Sophie Mutter Talk Composing and More

    S49 E8 - 25m 55s

    Watch legendary composer John Williams' and famed violinist Anne-Sophie Mutter discuss how Williams' new concerto came about, the power of music during the pandemic, and their special relationship with Boston Symphony Orchestra and Tanglewood.

  • A John Williams Premiere at Tanglewood Preview

    S49 E8 - 30s

    Experience a concert of works by legendary composer John Williams from Boston Symphony Orchestra’s summer home at Tanglewood including Williams’ new violin concerto performed by virtuoso Anne-Sophie Mutter and other works conducted by Andris Nelsons.

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