Orchestra

From pixel to podium, experience the thrill of video game music like never before with the Williamsport Symphony Orchestra! Once considered novelty, video game scores have become a global sensation, celebrated for their sweeping melodies, immersive harmonies, and cinematic power. Video Games in Concert is an unforgettable multimedia event that combines live orchestral performance with synchronized video on the big screen. Beloved titles such as Halo, Skyrim, World of Warcraft, Final Fantasy, Kingdom Hearts, Metal Gear Solid, and Castlevania come alive in a powerful blend of music and visuals, transporting audiences into the worlds they love. For gamers, it’s a chance to relive favorite adventures in a new way. For classical fans, it’s proof of the orchestra’s versatility and modern relevance. Above all, it’s a celebration of the power of play and the artistry of symphonic music. Don’t miss this unique night of sound, story, and imagination! Video Games in Concert is scheduled for Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at 7:30 p.m.

Spanning three centuries of orchestral brilliance, beginning with Henry Purcell’s Rondeau from Abdelazar. Composed in 1695, this elegant Baroque dance is built on a repeating bass line and noble rhythms. Its enduring charm made it famous when quoted by Britten in his Young Person’s Guide to the Orchestra. Britten’s 1946 masterpiece follows, transforming Purcell’s theme into a dazzling set of variations that spotlight each orchestral family—strings, woodwinds, brass, and percussion. Culminating in a grand fugue, the work is both a brilliant showpiece and an engaging introduction to the orchestra, full of color, wit, and unity. The concert concludes with Brahms’ Symphony No. 1 in C minor, a work he labored over for more than a decade. From its dramatic opening to its radiant finale, complete with a chorale theme often compared to Beethoven’s Ode to Joy, the symphony affirms Brahms’ mastery and emotional depth.   Orchestral Wonders is scheduled for Tuesday, May 19, 2026, at 7:30 p.m.