Star Wars Episode VI: Return of the Jedi (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) London Symphony Orchestra & John Williams

• 1 Episode VI - Main Title (The Story Continues) 05:14
• 2 Episode VI - Into the Trap 02:41
• 3 Episode VI - Luke and Leia 04:51
• 4 Episode VI - Parade of the Ewoks 03:28
• 5 Episode VI - Han Solo Returns (At the Court of Jabba the Hutt) 04:14
• 6 Episode VI - Lapti Nek (Jabba's Palace Band) 02:54
• 7 Episode VI - The Forest Battle 04:08
• 8 Episode VI - Rebel Briefing 02:26
• 9 Episode VI - The Emperor 02:46
• 10 Episode VI - The Return of the Jedi 05:07
• 11 Episode VI - Ewok Celebration and Finale 08:04
• Total Runtime 45:53

Info for Star Wars Episode VI: Return of the Jedi (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack)

John Williams's scores for the original STAR WARS trilogy are not only spectacular, but historically significant. For RETURN OF THE JEDI, the last movie in the first series, Williams builds upon many of his previous themes. However, he does this in a fresh, creative way. For example, the film's opening "Main Title/Approaching the Death Star/Tatooine Rendezvous" includes snippets from Darth Vader's "The Imperial March." This is a menacing piece that underscores the ruthlessness of Vader and the wickedness of the Emperor. "Jabba's Baroque Recital" is of the few tracks on this two-disc set that does not use an orchestra, but rather, a keyboard. This composition actually sounds more like an early Mozart pianoforte piece than a baroque fugue, but this does not detract from its charm or its cinematic value. The most exciting piece on RETURN OF THE JEDI is "The Battle of Endor I." The conceptual scope of Williams's music is emphasized in this lengthy composition. Filled with great contrast--including beautiful string interludes and violent, percussive segues--this piece stands out on its own. In fact, "The Battle of Endor I" can easily be enjoyed out of context; this is a true testament to Williams's compositional acumen. (AMG)

Recorded January-February, 1983 at Abbey Road Studios, London, Olympic Studios, West London, Fox Scoring Stage, Hollywood
Produced by John Williams

Digitally remastered

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