Coldplay begins their global tour concerts by performing John Williams' iconic "E.T." theme song - learn the reasoning behind this unusual choice.
The Simon Bolivar Symphony Orchestra of Venezuela is adding a special cultural dimension to Coldplay's 'Music of the Spheres' Tour at Wembley. As part of their 50th anniversary celebration, the orchestra has taken their celebration from Caracas to the world's most iconic concert halls.
The 'Music of the Spheres' tour, currently being held by Coldplay, is split into four acts over a duration of two hours. The tour represents a "journey traveling outwards into the unknown to then come home having learned something new", as described by lead singer Chris Martin.
Coldplay is starting their shows on the 'Music of the Spheres' tour with the orchestral theme from E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial, composed by John Williams. This deliberate reference to the extra-terrestrial setting of the concert is a nod to Chris Martin's creative inspiration from Steven Spielberg's films, including E.T. and Close Encounters of the Third Kind.
John Williams' 'Flying Theme' from E.T. is being played as the overture to Coldplay's concerts at Wembley, signaling the cinematic scale and ambition of the live performance. The orchestra, conducted by Gustavo Dudamel, is a guest at Coldplay's tour, and their collaboration on stage is highly anticipated.
Gustavo Dudamel, the star conductor, is joining Coldplay during their 'Music of the Spheres' tour at Wembley. The Simón Bolivar Symphony Orchestra, one of Coldplay's support acts, is also performing at the 'Music of the Spheres' tour at Wembley.
The theme of Coldplay's recent album 'Music of the Spheres' is set in a fictional solar system with planets representing different musical styles and emotional states. The use of John Williams' music at the 'Music of the Spheres' tour is being celebrated for its incorporation of orchestral music.
The Simon Bolivar Symphony Orchestra of Venezuela holds the title of UNESCO Artists for Peace. All members of the orchestra have been trained through El Sistema, a publicly funded music education program. Their performance at the 'Music of the Spheres' tour is a testament to the power of music education and the orchestra's enduring legacy.
Chris Martin has been an outspoken admirer of John Williams' work and stated that the main reason for celebrating him is to say "thank you for that amount of joy." The 'Music of the Spheres' tour, with its fusion of orchestral music and contemporary pop, is a fitting tribute to Williams' timeless compositions.
The 'Music of the Spheres' tour is taking place over the next ten days at Wembley. Fans of both Coldplay and the Simon Bolivar Symphony Orchestra of Venezuela are in for a treat as these two iconic acts come together for an unforgettable musical experience.
