The Rebel Black Dot Songs of the Day
John Williams, "The Imperial March (Darth Vader's Theme)" from Star Wars: Episode V—The Empire Strikes Back (T.L.A.M.)

Commentary: "The Imperial March" elicited probably the most rapturous reception of the night, besting even "Star Wars." Much as I love "Darth Vader's Theme," I could not but shake my head & wonder aloud, "You guys know this is the bad guys' song, right?"

Dienstag, 9 September
John Williams, "Yoda's Theme" from Star Wars: Episode V—The Empire Strikes Back (T.L.A.M.)

Commentary: There were not half as many toy lightsabers brandished & displayed in the Hollywood Bowl during "Yoda's Theme" as during any other selection from Star Wars. I confess that before I could identify which song this was K. Steeze turned to me in delighted astonishment & whispered, "'Yoda's Theme'!," but even before this I was sure 'twas from Star Wars.