Jerry Goldsmith Online Spotlight Rudy in Concert

Fans of Jerry Goldsmith’s indelible film music legacy are in for a treat as, for the first time ever, Rudy in Concert comes to Los Angeles on March 30 for a special 25th anniversary celebration. The full film “Rudy” will be projected on a massive HD screen at the Microsoft Theater in downtown Los Angeles while the Hollywood Chamber Orchestra, conducted by Justin Freer, performs Goldsmith’s inspiring score live to picture.

In “Rudy,” the story’s hero fights the odds in pursuit of his dream to play football for Notre Dame’s Fighting Irish. The classic sports film that has uplifted generations of viewers (and Goldsmith devotees!) will be preceded by a panel featuring special guests including the real Rudy (Rudy Ruettiger), “Rudy” star Sean Astin, director David Anspaugh and writer Angelo Pizzo.

Rudy in Concert is presented by CineConcerts (the production company behind events such as the Harry Potter Film Concert Series, Gladiator in Concert and DreamWorks Animation in Concert) in partnership with Sony Pictures Entertainment. Freer, who will be conducting the performance at Microsoft Theater, founded CineConcerts in 2013 with the mission of preserving and performing film music. As a former student and protégé of Jerry Goldsmith, Freer sees the opportunity as particularly meaningful.

“Rudy has captured the hearts and minds of millions around the world. Celebrating this amazing film and iconic music score with an 80-piece symphony orchestra playing the score live to picture will both excite and bring tears of joy to audiences everywhere.”

Director David Anspaugh, Rudy Ruettiger, Jerry Goldsmith and screenwriter Angelo Pizzo. Photo By Matthew Peak

Goldsmith’s widow, Carol – who will be in attendance for Rudy in Concert – shared a special piece of trivia regarding the score composition for the film, which gives special significance to the soundtrack of the Fighting Irish.

“When Jerry approached the challenge of writing his score for the movie Rudy, he recognized that football plays are formally choreographed, just like a dance,” Carol explained. “Therefore, for one of his two main themes, Jerry was inspired to compose an Irish jig for the high-performance athletic scenes of the tackles, plays and training of Notre Dame’s Fighting Irish.”

Actor Sean Astin, star of Rudy, reflects on Goldsmith's musical contribution.

“The late and incomparable Jerry Goldsmith created many of the greatest film scores in cinema history - “Chief among them is Rudy, a modest-sized film with big ideas. Jerry surrounded this movie with his composition and elevated it beyond description. Watching the film after all these years, with his music performed live, is going to be incredible. The emotion is already flowing.”

If you haven’t yet purchased tickets, it isn’t too late! See why this unforgettable tale of the triumph of the human spirit is not only a cinematic classic but a testament to Goldsmith’s enduring legacy as a composer.

For more information, and to purchase tickets, please visit:
rudyinconcert.com

Trailer:
https://vimeo.com/289744877