Most of the selections on tonight’s bill originated in sports-themed films like The Natural, Hoosiers, and Rudy. “The movies and the music are one and the same,” says Topilow. There are other tunes too -- including “a very special” version of Beethoven’s Fifth Symphony that features a live sportscast by WEWS Channel 5’s Andy Baskin and others. “It’s really funny,” says Topilow.
NFL- and NBA-sanctioned video clips unspool on a ginormous screen while the Pops play along to the action. Plus, athletes and mascots make appearances. It all culminates with a performance of Queen’s bombastic ode to sore winners, “We Are the Champions.” “This is fun for us,” says Topilow. “This is some very stirring music.”
Fri., Oct. 12, 8 p.m., 2007
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