Tallahassee Symphony Orchestra Presents Star Wars: A New Hope in Concert

John Williams’ iconic score comes alive with the Tallahassee Symphony Orchestra

The magic of your favorite movie never fades. The Tallahassee Symphony Orchestra invites audiences to experience a classic and fan favorite as they present Star Wars: A New Hope in Concert.

While you may not be able to recreate your first time seeing the film, watching it while accompanied by a live performance of John Williams’ iconic Oscar^®-winning score will certainly be a remarkable, one-of-a-kind experience.

“It’s absolutely thrilling to hear the music live as you watch the movie,” said Amanda Stringer, CEO of the Tallahassee Symphony Orchestra. “Whether it’s your first time seeing the movie or your 50th, hearing the orchestra play that iconic music live for the first time is overwhelming in an exciting and fantastic way.”

The concert will be led by conductor John Jesenksy on Saturday, Oct. 26, at 7 p.m. and Sunday, Oct. 28, at 2 p.m. at The Donald L. Tucker Civic Center.

This concert is the second in the orchestra’s new series, TSO Films in Concert, sponsored by First Commerce Credit Union. This is the orchestra’s latest initiative to engage, enrich and inspire through music.

The 2023 concert event featured Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone in Concert, which welcomed thousands of attendees. Stringer shared that concerts of this magnitude are typically reserved for larger cities, but Tallahassee enjoyed much success from the concert, welcoming long-time symphony subscribers and many first-timers.

Arrive early to the show for a chance to snag a photo with The 501st Legion in their screen accurate character costumes, try out your skills at the instrument petting zoo, and grab a bite and a beverage from the concession stands. Many attendees dress up as their favorite characters, adding another fun and interactive element to the evening.

Then, settle into your seats as the motifs of Luke Skywalker, Darth Vader and more swell through the civic center. For over 45 years, John Williams’ epic scores have told the stories of the most captivating characters, which TSO musicians will bring to life.

The excitement continues throughout the 24–25 season for TSO with the Halloween Symphony Spooktacular and Holiday Magic: Cirque de Noel. The orchestra is also leading a search to find their next Music Director and Conductor and will feature each of the five finalists at a concert this season. Audiences will then be surveyed to provide valuable community feedback to the search process.

“Audience members can expect a thrilling and dramatic new experience at Star Wars in Concert,” said Mary Kelsay, Director of Marketing at the TSO. “Music, especially beloved pieces, unites people and builds community. We are proud to have such an excellent orchestra.”

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