This book contains selections from John Williams' score arranged for Piano solo along with eight pages of colour artwork straight from the film.The film was released in May 2008 and was a financial success grossing over $783 million worldwide becoming the second highest grossing film of 2008.In a career that spans six decades John Williams has composed many of the most famous film scores in history including all but one of Steven Spielberg's feature films Star Wars Superman Born on the Fourth of July and Harry Potter.

This unique collection for the church pianist displays the arranging skills of some of today's best keyboard writers. Using a classical theme or genre as the basis for each piece the composer weds a time-honored hymn to bringthese beloved themes into the sanctuary. A variety of new and classic arrangements are included making this a useful and beautiful compilation for pianists everywhere. The counterpoint created between these two musical forms isvery compelling. Included in this thoughtful assembly is the writing of Mary McDonald Cindy Berry Carolyn Hamlin Joseph Martin Alex-Zsolt Jack Jones James Michael Stevens and many others. Quotations from Bach Beethoven Chopin Sibelius Grieg and other favorites are part of the joy of this book. Sure to be a classic among classics. Don't miss this one!