During 1997 we celebrated the 20th anniversary of the release of George Lucas’ classic film Star Wars. All of us connected with this phenomenal movie have been greatly gratified to see an entire new generation of very young filmgoers enjoy the Star Wars trilogy and relate so strongly to its story, characters, and music.  

 Also, I am personally delighted to have this new edition of the score a bailable to orchestras and the public. It includes the “Imperial March” and “Yoda’s Theme,” both of which have not been available until this present printing. 

I have always felt privileged to have had the opportunity to compose music for these landmark films, and the ongoing interesting the films and their music has continued to be one of my greatest joys. 

- John Williams