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Distant Worlds: music from FINAL FANTASY will be performed live in Houston June 6–7, 2026 with the Houston Symphony at Jones Hall.

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Distant Worlds: music from FINAL FANTASY

Jones Hall

Legendary maestro Arnie Roth will lead the Ontario Philharmonic and Chorus performing classic works by Nobuo Uematsu, Masashi Hamauzu, Masayoshi Soken, Yoko Shimomura, and other great FINAL FANTASY composers from throughout the FINAL FANTASY series, with a performance from FINAL FANTASY XIV and XVI original vocalist Amanda Achen, and FINAL FANTASY XVI composer Masayoshi Soken in attendance.

Distant Worlds: music from FINAL FANTASY Celebrating FINAL FANTASY XIV and XVI

Meridian Hall

Legendary maestro Arnie Roth will lead a full symphony orchestra and chorus performing classic works by Nobuo Uematsu, Masashi Hamauzu, Masayoshi Soken, Yoko Shimomura, and other great FINAL FANTASY composers from throughout the FINAL FANTASY series. This special concert includes music from FINAL FANTASY XVI, with HD video created by SQUARE ENIX specifically for this tour, as well as beloved music and video from FINAL FANTASY XIV and the entire FINAL FANTASY series. Don't miss out on this multimedia concert experience!

Distant Worlds: music from FINAL FANTASY: Celebrating FINAL FANTASY XVI and XIV

Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall

Our celebration of the music of FINAL FANTASY XIV and XVI by renowned composer Masayoshi Soken will be led by legendary maestro Arnie Roth and performed by a full symphony orchestra and chorus. Iconic works by Nobuo Uematsu, Masashi Hamauzu, Yoko Shimomura, and other great FINAL FANTASY composers from throughout the FINAL FANTASY series will also be performed.

Salt Palace Convention Center

Legendary conductor Arnie Roth will lead the Cincinnati Pops Orchestra and May Festival Chorus performing classic works by Nobuo Uematsu, Masashi Hamauzu, Masayoshi Soken, Yoko Shimomura and other great FINAL FANTASY composers from throughout the FINAL FANTASY series.

DISTANT WORLDS: music from FINAL FANTASY

Cincinnati Music Hall

Our celebration of the music of FINAL FANTASY XIV and XVI by renowned composer Masayoshi Soken will be led by legendary maestro Arnie Roth and performed by the VSO and a chorus. The concert will feature a special performance by FINAL FANTASY XIV & XVI original vocalist Amanda Achen. Iconic works by Nobuo Uematsu, Masashi Hamauzu, Yoko Shimomura, and other great FINAL FANTASY composers from throughout the FINAL FANTASY series will also be performed.

Orpheum

Legendary maestro Arnie Roth will lead a full symphony orchestra and chorus performing classic tunes by Nobuo Uematsu, Masashi Hamauzu, Masayoshi Soken, Yoko Shimomura, and other great FINAL FANTASY composers from throughout the FINAL FANTASY series, with a special appearance by FINAL FANTASY XVI original vocalist Amanda Achen, and FINAL FANTASY XVI composer Masayoshi Soken in attendance.

This concert will include new scores from FINAL FANTASY XVI, and beloved scores from FINAL FANTASY XIV, as well as music from throughout the entire FINAL FANTASY series, all performed alongside new HD video from SQUARE ENIX created specifically for this tour. Don’t miss out on this spectacular multimedia concert experience!

Distant Worlds: music from Final Fantasy | Evening

Eventim Apollo

Immerse yourself in the captivating world of one of the most iconic video games of all time with the FINAL FANTASY VII REBIRTH Orchestra World Tour. This electrifying concert is set to take place on January 18, 2025, at the prestigious KeyBank State Theatre, offering fans a unique opportunity to experience the magic of FINAL FANTASY VII REBIRTH like never before.

AWR Music Productions and Square Enix have joined forces to bring this groundbreaking event to life, featuring all-new symphonic arrangements of the beloved music from FINAL FANTASY VII REBIRTH. The concert will showcase the original compositions of Nobuo Uematsu, along with exciting new pieces by Mitsuto Suzuki and Masashi Hamauzu. Over 100 talented musicians, including a full orchestra and chorus, will be conducted by the renowned Arnie Roth and Eric Roth, promising an unforgettable auditory experience.

Adding to the immersive experience, attendees will be treated to stunning, high-definition video scenes created exclusively for this production by Square Enix. These visuals, combined with the live music, will transport fans into the heart of FINAL FANTASY VII REBIRTH's visionary world.

This event is a must-attend for fans of the series and newcomers alike, offering a sensational multimedia concert experience that celebrates the legacy and future of FINAL FANTASY VII REBIRTH. Don't miss your chance to be part of this once-in-a-lifetime event. Tickets are available now for the January 18, 2025, performance at 8:00 PM. Secure your seat and prepare to be dazzled by the magic of FINAL FANTASY VII REBIRTH, brought to life like never before.

Final Fantasy Vii Rebirth

Playhouse Square

FINAL FANTASY VII REBIRTH Orchestra World Tour

Carnegie Hall

Experience all new symphonic arrangements of the music of FINAL FANTASY VII REBIRTH including beloved scores by Nobuo Uematsu and exciting new contributions from Mitsuto Suzuki and Masashi Hamauzu all performed by an orchestra and chorus of over 100 musicians led by renowned conductors Arnie Roth and Eric Roth. With stunning, high-definition video scenes created exclusively for this production by SQUARE ENIX, immerse yourself in the world of one of the most visionary games of all time with this sensational multimedia concert experience!

Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall

AWR Music Productions and Square Enix are proud to introduce FINAL FANTASY VII REBIRTH Orchestra World Tour, an electrifying new concert based entirely on the groundbreaking game from SQUARE ENIX.

Royal Albert Hall

Immerse yourself in the captivating world of one of the most iconic games of all time with the "FINAL FANTASY VII REBIRTH Orchestra World Tour." This electrifying new concert, proudly presented by AWR Music Productions and Square Enix, brings to life the groundbreaking game from SQUARE ENIX through all-new symphonic arrangements. Experience the beloved scores by Nobuo Uematsu along with exciting new contributions from Mitsuto Suzuki and Masashi Hamauzu, all performed by the talented Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra under the baton of the renowned conductor Arnie Roth.

This sensational multimedia concert experience is enhanced with stunning, high-definition video scenes created exclusively for this production by SQUARE ENIX, allowing fans to dive deeper into the visionary world of FINAL FANTASY VII REBIRTH. Don't miss this unique opportunity to experience the music and magic of FINAL FANTASY VII like never before.

The concerts are scheduled for two nights only at the prestigious Bass Performance Hall:
- Friday, August 23, 2024, at 7:30 PM
- Saturday, August 24, 2024, at 7:30 PM

Tickets are on sale now. Join us for an unforgettable journey through the music and legacy of FINAL FANTASY VII REBIRTH, led by Arnie Roth and your Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra.

Bass Performance Hall

AWR Music Productions and SQUARE ENIX CO. LTD present a celebration of the anniversary of Final Fantasy XVI with a performance of scores from throughout the Final Fantasy series, performed by a full symphony orchestra and chorus and led by Maestro Arnie Roth. Additionally, the program includes world premieres of music from Final Fantasy XVI, along with music from Final Fantasy XIV, and features new HD video that will be projected during the performance.

Experience the magic of FINAL FANTASY like never before with the San Francisco Symphony and Chorus! This extraordinary concert event, led by Grammy Award-winning conductor Arnie Roth, brings to life the unforgettable scores from the iconic FINAL FANTASY series, including music from FINAL FANTASY XIV and FINAL FANTASY VII REMAKE, as well as highlights from all 35 years of the franchise. As the music fills Davies Symphony Hall, attendees will be immersed in a stunning visual experience, with HD video projections on giant screens that elevate the performance into a multimedia spectacle. Scheduled for two nights only, on Friday, May 31, 2024, and Saturday, June 1, 2024, both at 7:30 PM, this is a must-see event for fans of the series and symphonic music alike. Don't miss your chance to be part of this unforgettable journey through the world of FINAL FANTASY.

Music from Final Fantasy

Davies Symphony Hall

AWR Music Productions is proud to partner with legendary video game developer SQUARE ENIX to present a phenomenal multimedia production: NieR:Orchestra Concert 12024 [ the end of data ].

With symphony orchestra and chorus under the direction of conductor Arnie Roth, the performance features the solo vocals of original NieR series singers Emi Evans and J’nique Nicole, as well as a specially created program with HD video projections from NieR series director Yoko Taro and composer Keiichi Okabe.

Nier:orchestra Concert 12024 the End of Data

Orpheum Theatre

Our celebration of the music of FINAL FANTASY XIV and XVI by renowned composer Masayoshi Soken will be led by legendary maestro Arnie Roth, performed by the Detroit Symphony Orchestra and a chorus, and joined by FINAL FANTASY XIV & XVI original vocalist Amanda Achen! This exciting program also features iconic works by Nobuo Uematsu, Masashi Hamauzu, Yoko Shimomura, and other great composers from throughout the FINAL FANTASY series.

Conductor

Arnie Roth

Events

Upcoming events

Jan 6, 2027

Distant Worlds: music from FINAL FANTASY · Detroit Symphony Orchestra

Jan 6, 2027

Distant Worlds: music from FINAL FANTASY · Detroit Symphony Orchestra

Past events

6 - 7 Jun, 2026

Distant Worlds: music from FINAL FANTASY · Houston Symphony

30 - 31 Jan, 2026

Distant Worlds: music from FINAL FANTASY Celebrating FINAL FANTASY XIV and XVI · TO Live

Future and recently performed repertoire

Conductor in Final Fantasy XIII (Utopia in the Sky) by Hamauzu

Houston Symphony

Conductor in Final Fantasy IX (For the People of Gaia) by Uematsu

Houston Symphony

Conductor in Final Fantasy VIII (Mono No Aware) by Uematsu

Houston Symphony

Conductor in Final Fantasy XV: Main Theme by Shimomura

Houston Symphony

Conductor in Final Fantasy X by Uematsu

Houston Symphony

Conductor in FINAL FANTASY XIV and XVI by Soken

Detroit Symphony Orchestra

Conductor in Prelude to Final Fantasy by Uematsu

Houston Symphony

Conductor in Final Fantasy IV by Uematsu

Houston Symphony

Conductor in Final Fantasy XIV: Shadowbringers by Uematsu

Houston Symphony

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