01. I. Prologue
02. II. Rounds
03. III. Dactyls
04. IV. Epilogue
05. Theme (From The Long Goodbye)
06. Han Solo and the Princess (From Star Wars The Empire Strikes Back)
07. Marion’s Theme (From Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark)

John Williams’ Violin concerto No. 2 is dedicated to violinist Anne-Sophie Mutter and draws inspiration from her style, energy and playing. Given her fame and success, the American composer often found himself humbly reflecting upon what exactly his work could offer her during its composition.

John Williams put his all into this work, drawing upon his vast understanding of the symphonic repertoire (and evidently his exceptional memory!). There’s no specific references within this composition since it’s woven from musical elements from all over the place. It’s a composite piece, but it’s ultimately rather personal.

Anne-Sophie Mutter’s melodic playing is given the opportunity to really shine on this recording, since the composition includes all manner of violin techniques and styles (and provides luxurious orchestration). Originally created on the 24th of July 2021 by the Boston Symphony Orchestra, conducted by the composer on his ninetieth birthday, Concerto No. 2 was recorded shortly afterwards in October of the same year. It was also coupled with new arrangements of a variety of film music (The Long Goodbye, Star Wars and Raiders of the Lost Ark), which were made especially for Anne-Sophie Mutter.

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