Knoxville Symphony Orchestra POPS: A Salute to John Williams

Knoxville Symphony Orchestra POPS: A Salute to John Williams at Knoxville Civic Auditorium

Some film scores became part of how we remember entire childhoods. The Knoxville Symphony Orchestra performs A Salute to John Williams at Knoxville Civic Auditorium on Saturday, May 8, 2027, at 8:00 PM. Conductor Aram Demirjian leads the program, bringing Williams's Academy Award-winning work to life. If Star Wars, Harry Potter, Jurassic Park or E.T. shaped your moviegoing memories, this is a chance to hear those scores performed in person.

The program spans Williams's career: the Olympic Fanfare and Theme, Superman March, Flight to Neverland from Hook, Theme from Jaws, Escapades from Catch Me If You Can featuring Mark Tucker on alto saxophone, and Adventures on Earth from E.T. A suite from Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone includes Hedwig's Theme, Nimbus 2000 and Harry's Wondrous World. The Star Wars suite covers Main Title, Imperial March, Across the Stars and The Jedi Steps & Finale. Raiders March closes the evening. Hearing those themes live gives you a different relationship to the music than watching at home.

Invite someone whose love of these films matches your own. A friend who introduced you to Williams's work. A family member who shares your appreciation for great film music. The concert gives you something specific to look forward to and a reason to spend an evening together.

Let your connection to the music guide you. Explore ticket options for the Knoxville Symphony Orchestra's Salute to John Williams and plan a night celebrating the scores that made cinema unforgettable.