Potter Triptych

John Williams is one of the world’s most accomplished film composers; his scores are heard, recognized, and loved around the globe. On the second half of the program, he leads the Boston Pops Orchestra, of which he is Conductor Laureate, in music from his scores for the Harry Potter films. Williams’s gift for memorable themes is readily apparent in his film music, tonight’s Potter Triptych presenting three cases in point. Note the thematic connections (and even cross references) between “Hedwig’s Theme” and “Harry’s Wondrous World,” evoking expectation and vague danger with every turn of phrase. Note the text painting of “Fawkes the Phoenix,” rising, soaring, noble.