New Year's Concert!

Join the Hollywood Festival Orchestra for an unforgettable New Year’s Concert that will kick off 2027 with a cinematic celebration like no other. Under the masterful baton of conductor Lloyd Butler and the soaring vocals of Billy King, the orchestra—renowned for its recordings on Hollywood soundtracks and tours across the United States and worldwide—returns to Japan for the eighth time, drawing enthusiastic crowds and paying homage to the music that has shaped generations of movie fans. This spectacular program offers a vibrant and immersive experience, featuring full orchestral renditions of iconic film scores from “Mission: Impossible,” “Indiana Jones,” “Rocky,” “Cinema Paradiso,” “Titanic,” and “Harry Potter,” as well as beloved classics such as “Roman Holiday,” “Breakfast at Tiffany’s,” and “Gone with the Wind.” Select pieces will be accompanied by stunning screen projections, interweaving memorable movie scenes with the live music for a truly multidimensional spectacle. The concert’s lineup is divided into themed sections: nostalgic masterpieces—including the evocative “Cinema Paradiso,” “Bridge to the Battlefield,” the “Glenn Miller” saga, and “Passion”; Hollywood blockbusters featuring the anthems of “Titanic,” “Mission: Impossible,” and “Rocky”; John Williams’s cinematic universe encompassing “Harry Potter” and “Indiana Jones”; and the timeless world of Audrey Hepburn with “Holiday in Rome,” “My Fair Lady,” “Breakfast at Tiffany’s,” and “Charade.” A special video segment celebrates Chaplin’s masterpieces with the stirring “Gone with the Wind” and more. An impressive roster of composers illuminates each suite, spanning the legendary works of Ennio Morricone, James Horner, Lalo Schifrin, Henry Mancini, John Williams, Max Steiner, and other cinematic giants. This is the perfect chance for film music lovers of all ages to savor the timeless soundtracks that have enchanted audiences worldwide. Don’t miss this landmark New Year’s concert as the Hollywood Festival Orchestra brings the magic of cinema to life on stage. For details and tickets, visit the external link provided below.