Conductor

From Lawrence of Arabia to E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial and Superman, Damon Gupton conducts an all-orchestral program with classic film scores from the Golden Age of Cinema to the present day.

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Blockbuster Film Classics

The Music Center at Strathmore

Thirty years after the original release, experience Disney’s The Lion King on the big screen, as the Orchestra performs Hans Zimmer's Oscar®-winning musical score live. Featuring unforgettable music from superstar Elton John and award-winning lyricist Tim Rice, and African vocal and choir arrangements by the GRAMMY Award–winning South African producer and composer Lebo M (Rhythm of the Pride Lands).

Disney’s The Lion King in Concert

Saratoga Spa State Park

Join the Ann Arbor Symphony Orchestra as they kick off their 23/24 Pops season with a spectacular tribute to the legendary composer John Williams. This unforgettable evening will feature some of Williams' most iconic scores from cinematic masterpieces such as Star Wars, Jaws, Jurassic Park, Raiders Of The Lost Ark, Schindler’s List, and Harry Potter, celebrating his monumental contributions to film music.

The concert will be led by the acclaimed American conductor and actor Damon Gupton, known for his roles in Whiplash, La La Land, and Criminal Minds, among others. Gupton brings his unique talent and charisma to the Michigan Theater, promising an epic performance that will captivate audiences.

Event Details:
- Date: Saturday, October 19, 2024
- Time: 8 PM
- Location: Michigan Theater

Seats are currently available as part of a subscription, with single ticket booking opening on July 18, 2024. Don't miss this opportunity to experience the magic of John Williams' music brought to life by the Ann Arbor Symphony Orchestra and the talented Damon Gupton.

October Pops

Michigan Theater

“KEVIN!” Hilarious and heartwarming, Home Alone is holiday fun for the whole family! This Thanksgiving weekend, experience holiday hijinks and mayhem with Kevin, Harry and Marv as John Williams’ charming score is performed live by your Cincinnati Pops with the film projected on a giant screen in stunning high definition above the stage.

Home Alone

Cincinnati Music Hall

All hail the “Queen of Rock ‘n’ Roll." Tina Turner’s singular voice provided the soundtrack of a generation and her story inspired hearts and minds around the world. With a career including 12 Grammy wins and more than 100 million records sold worldwide, she was simply “better than all the rest.” Join the Pops for a tour of Turner’s iconic musical legacy featuring hits like “Proud Mary,” “What’s Love Got to Do with It,” “Disco Inferno” and more!

Simply The Best: The Music Of Tina Turner

Grieg’s Piano Concerto is a jewel that dazzles from every angle. One of the most famous and enjoyable works of all time, its radiant charms shine in the hands of pianist and former MAC Music Innovator Michelle Cann. Pops Principal Guest Conductor, Damon Gupton leads the CSO in a treasure trove of evocative works, from Dvořák's symphonic poem of Slavic mythology to Duke Ellington’s many hues.

Damon Gupton

Conductor

Events

May 9, 2024

Blockbuster Film Classics · Strathmore

Aug 17, 2024

Disney’s The Lion King in Concert · Philadelphia Orchestra

Oct 19, 2024

October Pops · Ann Arbor Symphony Orchestra

Nov 30 - Dec 1, 2024

Home Alone · Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra

17 - 19 Jan, 2025

Simply The Best: The Music Of Tina Turner · Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra

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