what piece did john williams write for kobe bryant

John Williams wrote the score for Kobe Bryant’s animated short “Dear Basketball.” It was a musical piece for the film version of Bryant’s retirement poem, not a standalone concert work.

What it was

• Bryant wrote the poem “Dear Basketball” as his farewell to the game.
• Williams composed the music for the animated short adaptation.
• The score was presented as a special gift for Bryant and became one of Williams’ rare short-film projects.

Why it matters

• The collaboration paired two major L.A. icons from very different worlds.
• The piece later premiered in live concert form at the Hollywood Bowl, with Bryant appearing on stage to recite the poem.

Quick note

If you meant a different John Williams piece connected to Kobe Bryant, the best-known one is still “Dear Basketball”.