NSO Family Concert: Philharmonia Fantastique

Experience the magic of Mason Bates’s *Philharmonia Fantastique*, a groundbreaking concerto and animated film that unveils the hidden world within an orchestra! Join a whimsical Sprite on a breathtaking musical journey as it dances through the vibrant heart of the National Symphony Orchestra. Witness violin strings shimmer, brass valves burst with energy, and drumheads pulse with rhythm—all brought to life through a mesmerizing blend of animation and live orchestral performance. Co-created by former Kennedy Center Composer-in-Residence Mason Bates, Academy Award®-nominated director/writer Gary Rydstrom, and Academy Award®-nominated animator Jim Capobianco, this unforgettable spectacle culminates in a spectacular orchestral finale. Prepare to see and hear the orchestra like never before!