The Performance
Join us for an enlightening look into the journey of the film industry’s most recognized living composer at Talk & Tea: John Williams and the Art of the Film Score. Gain insight into the pivotal moments shaping Williams’ career, exploring his transition from jazz pianist and studio musician to prolific film and television composer. Hear how his iconic themes have helped shape storytelling on the big screen for over five decades before catching a sneak peak of the orchestra’s rehearsal for the upcoming concert Jurassic Park: Film with Live Orchestra.
HPO Composer-in-Residence Abigail Richardson-Schulte hosts the Talk & Tea Series, bringing audiences behind the music and composers featured on our Mainstage with special insights into the orchestra’s rehearsal process. Come for coffee, tea and treats, and stay for the fascinating stories that enrich the music experience!