DECCA RECORDS US & DEUTSCHE GRAMMOPHON ANNOUNCE NEW ALBUM JOHN WILLIAMS LEGACY CELEBRATING THE LEGACY OF JOHN WILLIAMS
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24 JUNE 2026 (TORONTO, ON) — Today, Decca Records US and Deutsche Grammophon announced their new collaborative album, John Williams Legacy, celebrating one of the most influential and celebrated composers in film history. Bringing together landmark recordings from across Williams’ distinguished catalog, the collection features the composer conducting music from his legendary film career with some of the world’s finest orchestras. Pre-order the album here.
Featuring the Berliner Philharmoniker, Wiener Philharmoniker, and the Recording Arts Orchestra of Los Angeles, John Williams Legacy includes selections from some of Williams’ most beloved scores, including Star Wars, Harry Potter, Jurassic Park, Indiana Jones, E.T., and more. This release will be available as a 2LP Deluxe Gold Vinyl Edition and on CD (Digipak).
TRACKLIST
01. Main Title from “Star Wars: A New Hope”
02. Hedwig’s Theme from “Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone”
03. Raiders March from “Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark”
04. Flying Theme from “E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial”
05. Theme from “Jurassic Park”
06. Superman March
07. Theme from “Schindler’s List”
08. Olympic Fanfare and Theme
09. Excerpts from “Close Encounters of the Third Kind”
10. Harry’s Wondrous World from “Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone”
11. Yoda’s Theme from “Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back”
12. The Imperial March from “Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back”
13. The Flight to Neverland from “Hook”
14. Princess Leia’s Theme from “Star Wars: A New Hope”
15. Throne Room & Finale from “Star Wars: A New Hope”
John Williams Legacy is complemented by insightful liner notes from acclaimed film music historian Jon Burlingame, who explores the remarkable legacy of Williams and the enduring impact of his music. Few artists have shaped the sound of modern cinema more profoundly, with Williams creating some of the most iconic and instantly recognizable themes ever written. His music helped shape generations of filmgoers while redefining the role of orchestral music in popular culture.
From his groundbreaking collaborations with Steven Spielberg and George Lucas to his leadership of the Boston Pops and appearances with many of the world's most prestigious orchestras, Williams' legacy extends far beyond the screen. His music not only helped revive public enthusiasm for symphonic film scores, but also established a lasting bridge between Hollywood and the concert hall. John Williams has secured his reputation as one of the defining musical voices of our time.
