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John Williams – E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial (used)

John Williams – E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial (used)

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John Williams – E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial
Okay, you're asking about the John Williams soundtrack for the film "
E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial". Here's information about this iconic score:
  • About the Soundtrack: This score is for the 1982 Steven Spielberg film. Composed by John Williams, it's known for conveying a range of emotions and utilizes polytonality and the Lydian mode to create specific moods. The final cue, "Escape/Chase/Saying Goodbye", is particularly noted for its emotional impact.
  • Release Information:
    • The original soundtrack was released on June 11, 1982.
    • It was released by MCA Records.
    • The recording took place at the MGM Scoring Stage in Culver City, California.
    • Expanded versions have been released over the years, including in 2002 and 2017.
  • Awards: The soundtrack received the Academy Award for Best Original Score and the Grammy Award for Best Score Soundtrack for Visual Media.
  • Variations in Release: Earlier releases featured concert arrangements, while later ones included the actual film cues.
  • Noteworthy details:
    • A reference to "Yoda's Theme" is included in "The Magic of Halloween" track.
    • Steven Spielberg adjusted the final chase sequence to fit Williams' music.
  • Availability: The album is available in various formats like vinyl and CD from retailers such as Amazon.com and Discogs. A 40th-anniversary remastered edition was released in 2022.
  • Related Album: A Grammy-winning audiobook with Michael Jackson narrating and featuring Williams' music was released in November 1982.  
John Williams' score for E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial is widely considered a masterpiece of film music. 
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