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Your Playlist for Hangin’ in the Hammock

Explore Rik Malone's recommended playlist for a perfect California summer experience. From relaxing hammock tunes to music that transports you to distant places, enjoy your summer with these iconic pieces.

08/21/2026
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The Most Famous Olympic Theme John Williams DIDN’T Write

You may know that John Williams composed the music that has been heard on every television broadcast of the Olympic Games since the Los Angeles Olympics in 1984. But did you know he didn’t write all of it?

02/16/2026
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Classical Californians: Tim Greiving

Tim Greiving is a journalist and the author of John Williams: A Composer’s Life and this week's Classical Californian.

09/03/2025
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A Piano-Centric “Fabelmans” Score by John Williams

John Williams discusses his 53rd Oscar nomination for The Fabelmans, his close relationship with Steven Spielberg, and the unique piano-focused score he created for the film.

03/03/2023
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A Magical Half-Century Partnership

John Williams and Steven Spielberg reflect on their 50-year cinematic collaboration, discussing iconic films and scores, and hinting at future projects.

01/19/2023
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Film Music Tailor-Made for Violin…

Anne-Sophie Mutter's new album, Across the Stars, features John Williams' themes arranged for violin. The album includes well-known scores from Star Wars and Harry Potter, among others.

11/07/2019
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From Meeting John Williams to Self-Producing a #1 Album

LA Phil Principal Trumpet, Thomas Hooten, records John Williams' Concerto for Trumpet and Orchestra. The self-produced album, conducted by Williams, debuted at #1 on iTunes classical chart.

04/01/2019

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