PREVIEW: The Music of Hans Zimmer vs. John Williams returning to Nottingham Royal Concert Hall

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FROM Pirates of the Caribbean to Jurassic Park – iconic movie music composers Hans Zimmer and John Williams have hit the right notes with film fans for decades.

They are widely regarded as the greatest of all time.

But are you Team Zimmer or Team Williams?

Their blockbuster work goes head to head in a breathtaking orchestra show called The Music of Hans Zimmer vs. John Williams which, following sell out performances, is returning to once again to Nottingham Royal Concert Hall on Friday, October 20, at 7.30pm.

BUY TICKETS: Book your seats now – tickets, from £30 to £47.50 each, are available now at www.trch.co.uk.

This unmissable concert features the stirring orchestral work, loved by millions of film fans around the world, from blockbusters including Star Wars, Pirates of the Caribbean, E.T., Inception, Indiana Jones, Gladiator, Jurassic Park, Man of Steel, Harry Potter, The Dark Knight Rises and Superman.

Unforgettable scores will be performed by The London Concert Orchestra, conducted by Anthony Inglis, joined by a stunning choir and set to a mesmerising laser show.

Promoted by Raymond Gubbay the touring concert has already been seen by more than 125,000 people across the UK and

Movie music maestros Hans Zimmer and John WilliamsMovie music maestros Hans Zimmer and John Williams
Movie music maestros Hans Zimmer and John Williams

In the world of film music, composers Hans Zimmer and John Williams stand out.

German born Hans Zimmer, aged 66, who has won two Oscars and four Grammys, often uses modern synthesisers and samples, plus live instruments, from electric guitars to strings and brass, to create a unique and dynamic sound.

American composer John Williams, still composing at the grand age of 91, uses a full orchestra for lush, sweeping scores. In a seven decades career he has picked up five Academy Awards – with 53 Oscar nominations, the second most-nominated individual ever, after Walt Disney. He has 25 Grammy Awards, seven BAFTAs and four Golden Globe Awards.

Between them they have composed some of the most popular, recognisable and critically acclaimed film scores in cinematic history and their works have become iconic in their own right.

John Williams composed the music for blockbusters including Indiana JonesJohn Williams composed the music for blockbusters including Indiana Jones
John Williams composed the music for blockbusters including Indiana Jones

Hans Zimmer's music often has a dark, brooding atmosphere that works to enhance the tension of the film. He is highly acclaimed for his work on films such as Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl, The Dark Knight, Gladiator and Inception.

John Williams has created immersive, emotionally charged soundtracks on blockbusters like Star Wars, E.T., and Jurassic Park. His music tends to be romantic, with soaring melodies, heart-pounding action sequences and his signature use of brass and strings.

No matter which composer you prefer, there's no denying that both Hans Zimmer and John Williams have brought some of the most timeless film scores to the big screen and their works will continue to be enjoyed by generations to come.

  • This show is suitable for all ages but all under-14s must be accompanied by an adult aged 18-plus.
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