John Williams

John Towner Williams, born February 8, 1932, is an American composer and conductor with a seven-decade career. He is renowned for his film scores, including collaborations with Steven Spielberg and George Lucas. His work is characterized by a blend of romanticism, impressionism, and atonal music with intricate orchestration. He's earned numerous Grammy, Academy, BAFTA, Emmy, and Golden Globe Awards. Williams has scored monumental films such as Star Wars, Jaws, and Harry Potter. He is also known for his classical concertos and tenure as the Boston Pops' principal conductor.