“What would the world be like without Beethoven?” That’s the provocative question posed by this music documentary. To answer it, the film explores how Ludwig van Beethoven’s innovations continue to have an impact far beyond the boundaries of classical music. What would be missing from jazz or film music, for example, if Beethoven had never created his many innovations? Would the concert business exist as we know it today? And how has it changed the role of the artist? Sarah Willis, horn player with the Berliner Philharmoniker, sets out on an entertaining and informative journey in search of answers. She meets people from around the world – musicians and managers – to follow the traces of Beethoven’s influence.
The Henri Mancini Gala at Hollywood Bowl
With a spectacular 100th birthday celebration, musical legends and longtime friends—including the legendary John Williams, Arturo Sandoval, Herbie Hancock, Wicked film star Cynthia Erivo, Stevie Wonder, Lizzo, James Galway, Dave Koz, and Grammy Award winner Michael Bublé—honour the legacy of composer, conductor, arranger, pianist, and flautist Henry Mancini. This tribute, set at the iconic Hollywood Bowl, features unforgettable performances, film excerpts enriched by his music, and behind-the-scenes footage from the recording of the 100th-anniversary album with renowned musicians, the LA Philharmonic, and conductor Gustavo Dudamel. Interviews with stars from Mancini-scored films add a personal touch, while heartfelt tributes come from his daughter, singer Monica Mancini, and Quincy Jones, in what marks his final televised appearance. A 20-time Grammy Award winner and four-time Academy Award recipient, Mancini shaped the sound of Hollywood with iconic scores for Breakfast at Tiffany’s, The Pink Panther, Days of Wine and Roses, Victor/Victoria, Charade, and Two for the Road. He conducted at the Hollywood Bowl 29 times, leaving an indelible mark on its stage. Now,
the Hollywood Bowl Orchestra, led by Thomas Wilkins, returns to this cherished venue for a moving concert celebrating his extraordinary legacy.