Summer is blockbuster season! Join us for Hollywood Hits, where the silver screen comes to life on Capitol Square and we shine the light on emerging talent with the winner of our Young Artist Concerto Competition. From classics such as Ben-Hur and Casablanca to modern-day favorites like Jordan Peele’s Nope, Pirates of the Caribbean, The Lord of the Rings, and Star Wars—this cinematic concert delivers nonstop thrills. It’s a night for film fans, music lovers, and anyone who gets chills when the music swells. Learn more about YACC winner Angelina Chang.

Hollywood Hits

Capitol Square

This programme begins with one of the best loved string quartets of all time: Franz Schubert’s Death and the Maiden remains among of the most powerful and poignant works in the genre. In the second half we are joined by Canadian violin legend, Mark Fewer for a performance of Mendelssohn’s exuberant Viola Quintet in B flat.

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Death and the Maiden

Winspear Centre

Goldfinger, Lawrence of Arabia, Gone With the Wind -- imagine some of the greatest scores of The Golden Age of Hollywood, paired with contemporary favorites like Harry Potter and Mission Impossible -- and you have the perfect Movie Night at the La Crosse Symphony Orchestra! Once again, Dustin and Dominique Luecke are your hosts. To top it all off, the La Crosse Youth Symphony joins the LSO, side-by-side, for Rossini's sparking overture to The Barber of Seville -- used to wonderful effect in the great 1979 Midwestern coming-of-age classic comedy, Breaking Away.

Hollywood Treasures

Viterbo University

No less a luminary than the legendary violinist Jascha Heifetz and Rózsa’s Violin Concerto, which premiered with the DSO in 1956. This concerto will be heard for the first time in 70 years, performed by a recently discovered young violin sensation! Our tribute to the vitality and rhythms of the folk music of Eastern Europe permeates this evening’s repertoire; Brahms’ Dances, especially, capture the lively soul of Hungary. You’ve probably heard Dance No. 5 — a delightfully popular encore that will send you home dancing the Csárdás.

Bartók, Rózsa & Brahms

Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center

Julian Schwarz has been heralded from a young age as a cellist destined to rank among the greatest of the 21st century, Julian’s powerful tone, effortless virtuosity, and extraordinarily large color palette are hallmarks of his style. 

After making his concerto debut at the age of 11 with the Seattle Symphony, he made his U.S. touring debut with the Moscow Radio Symphony Orchestra in 2010. Since being awarded first prize at the inaugural Schoenfeld International String Competition in Hong Kong, he has led an active career as soloist. 

Julian Schwarz, Cello

Greenwich High School

William Brzycki – Senior Recital

Hamel Music Center

Join music director candidate Fernanda Lastra and for an evening of expressive and powerful music.

The Search Fernanda Lastra

Mansfield Theater

Hero's Journey - Symphony Orchestra

ISU Center for the Performing Arts

First United Methodist Church, Springfield

It is probably the country that currently poses the most difficult puzzles for all friends of a united Europe, but at least culturally it is one of the most exciting in the East: Hungary exerted a considerable influence on Central European musical history in the 19th and 20th centuries. Yet far from the much-performed Brahms dances, the program features three, partly relatively unknown, Hungarian composers, all born around the turn of the century.
Béla Bartók's "Pictures" of his homeland, which the Swiss conductor Simon Gaudenz introduces at the beginning, are still somewhat familiar.

Fire

Stadthalle Göttingen

Step into the glamour of Hollywood and celebrate the opening of the GSO’s “American Season” with Opening Night: Hollywood Retrospective! Music Director Lee Mills takes the stage with iconic music from legendary films, including Ben Hur, Casablanca, Star Wars, Beauty and the Beast, and more. Enhanced by the rich voices of the Clemson University Singers, this red-carpet event promises an unforgettable evening of cinematic splendor, community pride, and timeless music. Join us at Peace Concert Hall and let the magic of the movies come alive! 

Opening Night: Hollywood Retrospective

Peace Center

In pursuit of their degrees at SFCM, each student presents a recital that represents their artistry and craft. Student Recitals feature repertoire curated by students with guidance from their faculty instructor.

Doris Du, viola - Second Year Master's Recital

San Francisco Conservatory of Music

Join your Youngstown Symphony Orchestra for an exhilarating evening as we celebrate the symphonic sounds of our favorite superheroes. From Bernstein’s The Magnificent Seven to the fantastical realms of the video game The Legend of Zelda, each piece tells a heroic story of captivating adventures. The night also features Wagner’s Ride of the Valkyries and Daugherty’s dynamic Red Cape Tango, culminating in a season finale that promises to be both heroic and unforgettable.

Your Youngstown Symphony Presents Symphonic Superheroes

Stambaugh Auditorium

Symphonic Superheroes

Beckoned by the Statue of Liberty, artists of all stripes have sought in America not only refuge from persecution but also the promise of happiness and creative success. This multi-discipline program celebrates composers and artists who have nurtured their talents in the Land of OPPORTUNITY, making this nation more diverse and beautiful. Special guests include Percussionist Jésus Pacheco, with choreography by Mónica Gómez and Estheysis Menendez, along with members of the Houston Ballet.

Opportunity

Midtown Arts & Theater Center Houston

### 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

Conrad Tao delves into Rachmaninoff’s Californian years, highlighting his relationship with the American songbook, before an exploration of composers past and present who have shaped California’s unique cultural tapestry. This journey through California’s rich artistic legacy showcases the diverse influences and inspirations found within its vibrant landscape, from its pioneering composers to the myriad of stories that have been woven under its expansive skies.

California Dreamin'

Conrad Prebys Performing Arts Center

The silver screen has attracted and fascinated classical composers since the beginning, and from their combination, film music arose. Erich Korngold composed on both sides: film and classical, and by winning the first Academy Award for film music, he opened the door for composers who have devoted themselves entirely to film. The concert will showcase the development of film music from the now classic Oscar-winning melodies of Between Two Worlds, Casablanca, Gone with the Wind, Ben Hur or Star Wars and Harry Potter by the legendary, Oscar-winning record holder John Williams, who celebrated his 92nd birthday this year.

Festival Krumlov: Night in Hollywood

Brewery Garden, Český Krumlov

For the eleventh consecutive year, Radio France, France Télévisions , the  City of Paris,  and  Électron Libre Productions  are pleased to offer listeners and viewers an exceptional moment,  Le Concert de Paris,  with  the Orchestre National de France, the Maîtrise  and the Chœur de Radio France. In this exceptional year of the Olympic Games, the Torch Relay will end on the Parvis de l'Hôtel de Ville with the lighting of the cauldron in front of the Hôtel de Ville, a few minutes before the start of the traditional  City of Paris Fireworks.

Paris Concert

Hôtel de Ville

Join the London Symphony Orchestra (LSO) for an unforgettable evening of cinematic splendor with "Lights, Camera, Action: the LSO on Film." This thrilling concert is set to take place at the iconic Barbican on Sunday, 16 June 2024, at 7pm. Dive into the world of film music as the LSO performs a selection of scores that have captivated audiences around the globe, featuring compositions from movies such as Star Wars, Harry Potter, Braveheart, and many more.

Under the baton of conductor and curator Dirk Brossé, the orchestra will bring to life the music of legendary composers including John Williams, Bernard Herrmann, and Ralph Vaughan Williams, among others. The program promises an array of beloved themes, from the adventurous "Main Title from Star Wars" to the magical "Hedwig’s Theme from Harry Potter," ensuring an evening of emotional resonance and nostalgic delight.

The concert will also include a special 20-minute interval, allowing attendees to reflect on the first half and anticipate the continued auditory journey. With the performance concluding at approximately 9pm, this event is a perfect way to spend a cultural evening in London.

Tickets for this cinematic musical journey are available at various price points, starting from £18 to £70, with a £4 booking fee applicable for online and phone transactions. Additionally, Wildcard Tickets offer a unique opportunity for a guaranteed entry with seat allocation on the day, priced at £12/£16 plus the booking fee.

This event not only celebrates the LSO's historic contributions to over two hundred movie soundtracks since 1935 but also marks the beginning of a series of concerts showcasing film scores recorded by the orchestra. Don't miss this chance to experience the power of film music live, performed by one of the world's leading orchestras. Book your tickets now and be part of an evening that celebrates the intersection of cinematic art and orchestral majesty with the London Symphony Orchestra at the Barbican.

Lights, Camera, Action – the LSO on Film

Barbican Centre

Student Recital: Erin Higgins

Carnegie Mellon University

Verdi, Kalman, Rósza, and Sibelius

St Andrew's Presbyterian Church

DesertView Performing Arts Center

Experience the glamour and nostalgia of Hollywood’s Golden Age of Oscar®! Relive the memories of iconic movies and their indelible symphonic soundtracks. Classic scenes are presented via the Granada’s giant screen with The Symphony on stage playing live. Featuring music from Gone with the Wind, An American in Paris, The Wizard of Oz, and more.

An Oscar Celebration

Granada Theatre

This recital is given in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Music. Juliana Moroz is a student of Brinton Averil Smith. 

Juliana Moroz, Cello

Alice Pratt Brown Hall

This recital is given in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Music. Chennie Sung is a student of Brinton Averil Smith. 

Chennie Sung, Cello

A concert the whole family can enjoy! Featuring music from the Epics to the Golden Age of movies to the endless struggle between the villains and the heroes we all love.

Hollywood Old & New Concert

Peoria Civic Center Theater

Principal Guest Conductor Raymond Chobaz leads a breathtaking program featuring some of the most iconic works by Hungarian and Romanian composers. From Miklós Rózsa’s hauntingly beautiful Hungarian Nocturne, to Liszt’s virtuosic Piano Concerto No. 2 with internationally renowned pianist Andreas Klein, and the thrilling Dances of Galánta by Zoltán Kodály, this concert promises to be an unforgettable experience for all.

Hungarian Pictures

Reilly Arts Center

This recital is given in partial fulfillment of the degree Artist Diploma. Jaewon Wee is a student of Cho-Liang Lin. 


Jaewon Wee, Violin

Admired for his authentic and original voice, the British composer Ralph Vaughan Williams created soundscapes which seem to emerge right from the mists of the English countryside. Tonight we enjoy the stunningly beautiful Tallis Fantasia for strings as well as his powerful but little-heard Toward the Unknown Region, for chorus and orchestra – alongside music from Hungarian composer Miklós Rózsa, and the premiere of a new work for children’s voices and orchestra by Music Director & Conductor Gregory Vajda.

Toward the Unknown Region

Von Braun Center

The intoxicating influences of Spain dominate both Ravel’s syncopated and sinuous Boléro and his humorous Alborada del gracioso. Continuing the travelogue are Debussy’s colorful Ibéria, and the talented Tianwa Yang tackles the exhilarating Violin Concerto composed for Jascha Heifetz by Miklós Rózsa.

Boléro

Kleinhans Music Hall

Chris Dragon conducting SF Symphony with Special Guest Lettuce.

SF Symphony

Sigmund Stern Recreation Grove

Join the SF Symphony for our annual free Stern Grove Festival concert in the beautiful outdoor amphitheater, located at 19th Avenue and Sloat Boulevard. Pack a picnic, grab some friends, and relax as the Orchestra fills the summer air with sparkling masterworks and hits with funk band Lettuce.

Stern Grove Festival

Sigmund Stern Grove

Leonard Bernstein, Bernard Herrmann, Miklós Rózsa, and John Williams are just some of the A-list legends of film music heading this radiant program led by Edwin Outwater and featuring cellist Sterling Elliott. Experience the unforgettable scores of Hollywood’s Golden Age and beyond in this cinematic showcase, featuring selections from On the Waterfront, Vertigo, Ben-Hur, E.T., and more.

The Golden Age of Cinema

Davies Symphony Hall

Stanford University

Sisters Fiona and Hina Khuong-Huu are a dazzling duo who, at just 16 and 18 years old, have performed around the world and brought home countless prestigious awards, from Hina’s 2023 Elmar Oliveira International Violin Competition win to Fiona’s first prize at the 2017 Grumiaux Competition. While the New York City natives continue their studies at Juilliard (and Hina pursues a double degree at Columbia University), they perform together and as sought-after soloists, including at this year’s Bouchaine Young Artist concert.

Bouchaine Young Artist Series: Fiona & Hina Khuong-Huu

The Culinary Institute of America at Copia

California has been blessed with an abundance of great composers. The film industry has magnetized many European emigres to resettle in the Golden State. Composers Miklós Rósza (Hungary) and Alexandre Tansman (Poland) were both Jewish and escaped Europe as the Second World War was brewing. They both benefitted from work in Hollywood. John Williams and Danny Elfman are both prolific film composers. Los Angeles-born Viet Cuong, who now resides in Orange County, is Pacific Symphony’s composer-in-residence.
Enjoy delightful chamber music with host and pianist Orli Shaham and principal musicians of Pacific Symphony in the coffee-house atmosphere of the Samueli Theater.

California Connections

Segerstrom Center for the Arts

Enjoy an all-orchestral program with classic movie scores from Vertigo, King Kong, Psycho, Sunset Boulevard, and To Kill a Mockingbird.  Bob Bernhardt says that this is one of his favorite shows!

Pops: Hollywood's Golden Age

The Kentucky Center for the Performing Arts

As a violin duo, these gifted New York-born sisters bring their shared artistry to the stage, their playing revealing a profound connection shaped by lifelong collaboration, honest artistic dialogue, and complementary interpretations.

Hina & Fiona violin duo

Wigmore Hall

Musicians from the Royal Danish Orchestra perform works by Stephan, Rózsa, Koetsier and Brahms in the foyer at Takkelloftet.

Miklós Rózsa

Events

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Nov 12, 2026

Hina & Fiona violin duo · Wigmore Hall

May 9, 2027

Three Rarities and a Classic · Det Kongelige Teater

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Hollywood Hits · Wisconsin Chamber Orchestra

May 4, 2026

Death and the Maiden · Winspear Centre

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