LORD OF THE RINGS – at 6:30 PM

Performers

Philharmonia Orchestra
Anthony Gabriele, conductor

Program

Howard Shore (s. 1946): THE LORD OF THE RINGS
Symphonic suite from the music of the movie The Lord of the Rings

The Fellowship of the Ring (2001)
The Two Towers (2002)
The Return of the King (2003)

Howard Shore (s. 1946): THE HOBBIT
Symphonic suite from the music of the movie Hobbit

An Unexpected Journey (2012)
The Desolation of Smaug (2013)

Introduction

The Lord of the Rings saga, written as a sequel to J. R. R. Tolkien's children's book The Hobbit, is one of the most legendary stories of the 20th century. The works reflect Tolkien's deep interest in languages, as well as Scandinavian mythology and Anglo-Saxon epic poetry. Having experienced World War I, Tolkien's work is also a significant exploration of good and evil, inner morality, resilience, and selfless friendship.

The Lord of the Rings film trilogy, directed by Peter Jackson and released between 2001 and 2003, achieved immense popularity and earned composer Howard Shore an Academy Award for its music. On August 9th, audiences will return to Middle-earth during the concerts, with a program featuring Shore's symphonic suites from the music of The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit films.

Tickets

79 € / 59 € (children) 

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