From the Archives - John Williams off and on screen

By Frank Byrne,

Sam Wisman

Published September 29, 2025 at 10:46 AM CDT

With over 120 to his credit, John Williams is best known for his inspiring film scores, but he also composed substantial concert music. We’ll hear some of his non-film music as well as an “adventurous” excerpt from one of his most beloved film scores.

Compositions and Recordings

TreeSong
by John Williams
John Williams and the Boston Symphony Orchestra
Gil Shaham, violin

Music for Brass
by John Williams
National Brass Ensemble

Sinfonietta for Wind Ensemble
by John Williams
Donald Hunsberger and the Eastman Wind Ensemble

Adventures on Earth from E.T.
by John Williams
Gutavo Dudamel and the Los Angeles Philharmonic

From the Archives with Frank Byrne

Frank Byrne

Frank Byrne is the host of From the Archives.

Sam Wisman

Sam Wisman is Production Director for 91.9 Classical KC and a backup announcer for KCUR 89.3