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A list of compositions, transcriptions, and fantasies composed by Greg.

Includes descriptions and audio samples.

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Star Wars Fantasy

Four Impressions for Two Pianos composed by Greg Anderson and based on melodies by John Williams (2006)

 

During The Juilliard School's centennial year, John Williams (a Juilliard school alum) was asked to compose for a celebration concert entitled "Cinema Serenades" held in Alice Tully Hall. When he was unable to compose for the event, Greg filled in and composed the "Star Wars Fantasy: Four Impressions for Two Pianos" as means to preserve his aura on the concert.

The resulting 15-minute work was met with resounding success and was noted for its originality, virtuosity, and sophistication. Because much of the work benefits from the element of surprise, its content will not be described here in full detail.

The Anderson & Roe Piano Duo hope to continue performing the work, and eventually Greg hopes to revise the work and add another movement. Before any of that happens, however, certain copyright restrictions must first be cleared! It seems that Juilliard only paved the way for an initial performance in Alice Tully Hall.

That said, you can watch a performance of the first three impressions on andersonpiano.com here!


You can listen to Christopher O'Riley's interview with Greg about the piece, followed by a performance of the First Impression here.



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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