Heroes both historical and fictitious as well as the superheroes of the Marvel and DC comics remain fertile mine of inspiration for Hollywood and some of the best big screen adventures ever. Scores include the classics of Robin Hood and The Magnificent Seven by Eric Korngold and Elmer Bernstein as well as those by John Williams and James Horner from films depicting real-life heroics of wartime sacrifice and space exploration in Saving Private Ryan and Apollo 13. Superheroes are represented by Superman, Batman and the X-Men.

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BSO: Heroes & Superheroes

Portsmouth Guildhall

Get award-season ready as we honor past and present Oscar nominees and winners of “Best Picture” and “Best Score”, including selections from E.T., Black Panther, Titanic, Lord of the Rings, The Godfather, and more.

The Envelope Please…

Severance Hall

Heroes both historical and fictitious as well as superheroes of the Marvel and DC comics are a fertile mine of inspiration for Hollywood and some of the best big screen adventures ever.  With music from the glorious days of Technicolor© to the recent blockbusters of today! Join us on 13 March, 2025, for an unforgettable experience!

Heroes & Superheroes

University of Exeter

Lighthouse, Poole's Centre for the Arts

Join the FILMharmonic Orchestra, Amadeus Choir and Bach Children’s Chorus for the final instalment of Peter Jackson’s epic saga and experience Howard Shore’s Academy Award-winning score performed live to the motion picture in HD.

Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King cine-concert

Meridian Hall

Be inspired by other superheroes and everyday heroes and listen to grand film music from Harry Potter, The Lord of the Rings, Aladdin, Super Mario, Pirates of the Caribbean, Howl's Moving Castle, and Moana.

Get inspired by superheroes and everyday heroes

Oslo Concert Hall

Join the Spartanburg Philharmonic for an electrifying evening at the "POPS: Game Knight" concert on Saturday, October 26, 2024, from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM at Twichell Auditorium, 580 East Main Street, Spartanburg, SC. Under the baton of conductor John Young Shik Concklin, this unique concert experience promises to transport audiences into the enchanting worlds of video games and fantasy films.

Prepare to be mesmerized by iconic melodies from legendary classics such as World of Warcraft and Tetris, and be captivated by the spellbinding scores from Spiderman, Pirates of the Caribbean, and more. This concert is a celebration of the music that has defined some of the most beloved narratives in the realms of gaming and cinema.

Highlights of the program include Howard Shore's Symphonic Suite from Lord of the Rings, arrangements from World of Warcraft, Chronicles of Narnia, and Hans Zimmer's The Dark Knight Trilogy, among others. Each piece promises to evoke the thrilling adventures and epic battles that have captured the imaginations of millions around the world.

Don't miss this unforgettable journey through legendary realms and epic battles, all brought to life through the power of music. Single tickets will be on sale this summer, with the option to subscribe to the full season and save 10% off single ticket prices and service fees.

Mark your calendars for "POPS: Game Knight" and level up with the Philharmonic for an evening of music and wonder that you won't soon forget.

POPS: Game Knight

Converse University

### Event Description: Love Letter to Hollywood, Vol. 2

**Dates and Time:**
- October 15, 2024, at 6:30 PM
- October 16, 2024, at 6:30 PM

**Location:**
- Forest Theater, Santa Rita Street and Mountain View Ave, Carmel-by-the-Sea

**Event Overview:**
Join the Monterey Symphony for an enchanting evening celebrating the magic of Hollywood with "Love Letter to Hollywood, Vol. 2." This event will feature a captivating selection of iconic film scores performed live by the Monterey Symphony, under the baton of Associate Conductor Brad Hogarth. The evening will also showcase the vocal talents of Malinda DeRouen.

**Program Highlights:**
- **Parade of the Charioteers from Ben-Hur** by Miklós Rózsa
- **Love Theme from Ben-Hur** by Miklós Rózsa
- **Love Theme from Chinatown** by Jerry Goldsmith
- **Pirates of the Caribbean Symphonic Suite** by Klaus Badelt
- **Flight To Neverland from Hook** by John Williams
- **The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring** by Howard Shore/arr. Bob Cerulli
- **Into the West from Lord of the Rings** by Howard Shore & Annie Lennox, arr. Wagner (Featuring Malinda DeRouen)
- **Theme from Jurassic Park** by John Williams

**Intermission**

- **Main Theme from James Bond** by Monty Norman, arr. Ralph Ford
- **Skyfall** by Adele Adkins, Paul Epworth, arr. J.A.C. Redford (Featuring Malinda DeRouen)
- **The Witches of Eastwick - Devil's Dance** by John Williams
- **End Titles from Nightmare Before Christmas** by Danny Elfman, arr. Daniel de la Rosa Oliva
- **Sally's Song from Nightmare Before Christmas** by Danny Elfman, arr. Bryson Merkle (Featuring Malinda DeRouen)
- **The Raiders March from Indiana Jones** by John Williams

**Featured Artists:**
- **Malinda DeRouen, Vocalist:** A versatile performer with a rich history in music and theatre, Malinda has graced stages across the Monterey Peninsula and beyond. She has performed notable roles in productions such as "Mary Poppins" and "Evita," and has toured as a lead singer with Royal Caribbean Cruises. Malinda is also a DJ on KRML Radio and a singer in the indie rock band Smoke Chaser.
- **Brad Hogarth, Associate Conductor:** A dynamic musician and educator, Brad Hogarth has conducted numerous prestigious ensembles and is passionate about musical outreach. He is the Associate Professor of Conducting at San Francisco State University and the music director of the Art Haus Collective and the San Francisco Civic Symphony.

**Tickets:**
- Available for purchase for both dates. 

Experience the grandeur of Hollywood's most memorable music in the serene setting of the Forest Theater. Don't miss this spectacular event that promises to be a night of nostalgia and musical brilliance.

Love Letter to Hollywood, Vol. 2

PacRep at the Forest Theater, Carmel

Family Halloween Costume Party

Ames Center

One ring to rule them all... This summer at Blossom, The Cleveland Orchestra presents The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King with live orchestral underscore. In the conclusion of J.R.R. Tolkien's epic masterpiece, as armies mass for a final battle that will decide the fate of Middle Earth--and powerful, ancient forces of Light and Dark compete to determine the outcome--one member of the Fellowship of the Ring is revealed as the noble heir to the throne of the Kings of Men.

The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King

Blossom Music Center

Experience the emotional depth of John Williams’ haunting Schindler’s List and the nostalgic charm of E.T., alongside the adventurous spirit of Indiana Jones. Journey through the realms of fantasy with enchanting selections from Harry Potter, Pirates of the Caribbean, The Lion King, and Lord of the Rings, as the magic of film meets the beauty of chamber music. Relive the magic of blockbuster classics performed by our resident Festival Artists at the beloved Blithewold Mansion―the perfect summer outing for classical music lovers and film buffs alike.

Classical Movie Music

Blithewold Manor, Gardens & Arboretum

A musical tribute to popular art forms, Symphonic Con takes you on incredible adventures. Experience music from epic quests and hero’s journeys, including favorites from Lord of the Rings, Legend of Zelda, Spider-Man, and Harry Potter. 

Symphonic Con

The Seaside Pavilion

“Few would venture to Chelsea, unarmed and unattended.” So wrote Charles Dickens in his 1841 novel Barnaby Rudge. It was certainly a different time, but the bohemian feel and reasonable rents (because of the prevalence of highwaymen) attracted huge numbers of writers and musicians to Chelsea.

Literary Chelsea - A Celebration through Words and Music

Cadogan Hall 

Themed “Music From Film” the orchestra will be performing music composed for and featured on the silver screen at our Summer Concert. The concert will take place at Bramshaw Village Hall at 7.30pm on Saturday 15 June 2024. Conducted by Simon Wilkins, the orchestra will be playing a selection of music featured in and composed for film, including 2001 Space Odyssey, The Mission, Fantasia, The King’s Speech, Jean de Florette, Apocalpyse Now, Lord of the Rings, Rocketman, Apollo 13 and more!

Music From Film

Bramshaw Village Hall

Other Worlds: Superheroes, Fantasy, and Sci-Fi

Broome County Forum Theatre

Our quest this month is to go on a journey through the music of other worlds with an ode to science fiction, fantasy, and the added twist of anime, a popular Japanese book and movie culture. There’s everything from “Stars Wars” to “Star Trek,” from “Lord of the Rings” to “World of Warcraft” and an anime classic, “My Neighbor Totoro.”

SCI-PHONIC

Salem High School

Join the FILMharmonic Orchestra and choir for a thrilling journey back to Middle-earth and experience Academy Award-winning composer Howard Shore’s epic score performed live to the motion picture in HD.

Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers in Concert

Honored with five Grammy awards and the U.S. National Medal of Arts, Fleming has sung for momentous occasions from the Nobel Peace Prize ceremony and the Diamond Jubilee Concert for Queen Elizabeth II at Buckingham Palace.

Inspired by Fleming’s 2023 Grammy Award-winning album, Voice of Nature: the Anthropocene this special performance with pianist Gerald Martin Moore spans classical, romantic and contemporary music, exploring nature as both inspiration and victim of humanity. The National Geographic Society created an original video to reflect the musical selections.

Renée Fleming, soprano Gerald Martin Moore, piano

Robert and Margrit Mondavi Center for the Performing Arts

Take a trip to Neverland. Make a getaway sailing the oceans with Jack Sparrow. Join the battle of good against evil with Frodo on his quest. All this and more with your Charleston Symphony Orchestra!

Plan an escape from reality to enjoy the first Pops concert of the season with music from these popular fantasy movies: Lord of the Rings, Harry Potter, Avatar, Willow, Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves, Pirates of the Caribbean, How to Train Your Dragon, and Hook.

Music of The Movie: Fantasy films

Gaillard Center

One of the most highly acclaimed singers of our time, Renée Fleming is a National Medal of Arts recipient who has sung for momentous occasions ranging from the memorial service at Ground Zero after 9/11 and the Nobel Peace Prize ceremony to the soundtrack for The Lord of the Rings and the Super Bowl, where she was the first classical artist ever to sing the National Anthem.

Renée Fleming, soprano Inon Barnatan, piano

University of Michigan

Musical instruments often represent different animals, or maybe they are actually animals themselves! Come and find animals hidden in our orchestra and in our music. Fun for the whole family. Animal costumes encouraged!

Animals of the Orchestra

Lesher Center for the Arts

Lights, Camera, Music!: Watch favorite films on the big screen at Davies Symphony Hall as the scores are performed live by the SF Symphony.


The Lord of The Rings: The Fellowship of The Ring

Davies Symphony Hall

Immerse yourself in history's most iconic film scores, from The Lord of the Rings to Star Wars. Follow along on the Hero's Journey with your favorite protagonists — sail the Seven Seas with Captain Jack Sparrow, traverse through time and space with Kirk and Spock, and tag along with Frodo and company as they embark on their perilous journey to Mordor. Conducted by the dynamic and engaging Sarah Hicks, this thrilling concert is not one to be missed!

Heroes and Heroines

Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall

The Music Center at Strathmore

In a performance inspired by her 2023 Grammy-Award winning album, experience the turbulence and resilience of Mother Nature's life as Renée Fleming performs music by Handel, Nico Muhly, Björk and Lord of The Rings' Howard Shore—all set against a backdrop of stunning film from the National Geographic Society.

VOICE OF NATURE: The Anthropocene

The Geraldine V. Chavez Center for the Choral Arts

The FVSO concludes its 44th Season with your favorite film and musical scores! Bring your picnic basket and lawn chair, sit back and relax. Once again, we are pleased to welcome the FVSO Jazz Ensemble to mark the official start of summer. Thank you for a wonderful season.

Movies and Musicals – Annual Lawn Concert

First Church Of Christ Congregational, Farmington

We return to the Mikkeli Music Festival, an annual highlight in Philharmonia musicians’ calendars.

Our Principal Conductor Santtu opens our series of concerts with an all-Sibelius programme, culminating in the epic Kullervo – with the very same choir that Sibelius originally wrote the piece for.

Mikkeli Music Festival 2025

 Mikkeli Parish Church

Mikkelin Mikaeli Oy

Grammy-winning soprano Renée Fleming draws inspiration from the vivid imagery of nature's beauty and the urgent need to protect our planet in Voice of Nature: The Anthropocene. This program seamlessly blends timeless classical works with modern compositions, reflecting our evolving relationship with the environment.

Howard Shore

Events

Upcoming events

9 - 11 May, 2025

Heroes and Heroines · Baltimore Symphony Orchestra

May 24, 2025

VOICE OF NATURE: The Anthropocene · The May Festival

Jun 7, 2025

Movies and Musicals – Annual Lawn Concert · Farmington Valley Symphony Orchestra

7 - 10 Aug, 2025

Mikkeli Music Festival 2025 · Philharmonia Orchestra

Oct 7, 2025

Renée Fleming, soprano · Philharmonic Society of Orange County

Past events

Mar 21, 2025

BSO: Heroes & Superheroes · Portsmouth Guildhall

Mar 14, 2025

The Envelope Please… · Cleveland Pops Orchestra

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