10th Arena Festival film & music: Masters of Film Music

Feel the thunder of a full symphony orchestra and the soaring voices of Poland’s finest vocalists at the “10th Arena Festival – Film & Music: Masters of Film Music.” Live from the hauntingly beautiful Ostróda Amphitheater, this concert film transports you to the cinematic moments that have defined the Arena Festival for nine unforgettable years. Dive into the grandeur of Klaus Badelt’s “Pirates of the Caribbean” and the tense echo of Hans Zimmer’s “Gladiator” as the Warmia‑Masuria Philharmonic Symphony Orchestra, conducted by Piotr Sułkowski, breathes new life into classic cinema scores. A special tribute to Andrzej Wajda’s legacy shines through two emblematic pieces that honor the director and the enduring power of Polish film music. Artists celebrated for their lifelong work in film soundtracks take the stage, adding their unique flair to timeless melodies. Kasia Moś confronts the mystique of the James Bond saga, delivering electrifying renditions of “Skyfall” and “Writing's On The Wall,” and tackling the vocally demanding “I Will Always Love You.” Sławek Unia‑towski and Karolina Leszko, each a master of the romantic and dramatic genres, provide poignant interpretations that have captivated audiences for years. The trio TRE VOCI—Wojciech Sokolnicki, Mikołaj Adamczak, and Miłosz Galaj—offer a masculine, operatic take on film classics, featuring the atmospheric “She” by Charles Aznavour, the lively “Il Mondo,” and Bryan Adams’ “Everything I Do.” Their powerful tenor harmonies, alongside Josh Groban and Il Volo staples, make this collaboration a breathtaking showcase of how film music can rise to operatic grandeur. Join us for this spectacular cinematic concert experience that blends orchestral mastery with vocal brilliance, celebrating film music’s past, present, and dazzling potential. Enjoy the soundtrack of storytelling reimagined for live performance, captured in a vibrant concert film that you won’t want to miss. Details & tickets.