Christchurch School of Music presents “Christchurch Youth Orchestra – The Sound of Cinema”
Christchurch School of Music presents “Christchurch Youth Orchestra – The Sound of Cinema” on Saturday 7th November 2026, 7.00 p.m. to 9.00 p.m. at Aldersgate Centre, 301 Durham Street South, Christchurch 8013.
Pricing: $20.00 | $15.00 | $5.00
Experience the power of the orchestra as some of classical music’s greatest works meet the magic of the silver screen!
Hear Beethoven’s Symphony No. 7, featured in The King’s Speech; Sorcerer’s Apprentice from Disney’s Fantasia; Saint-Saëns’ magnificent Organ Symphony; and the Festive Overture by Shostakovich.
Then journey into the world of film with music from Jurassic Park, Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves, Toy Story and West Side Story, along with a John Williams Tribute featuring favourites from E.T., Superman, Star Wars, Harry Potter, Jaws and Raiders of the Lost Ark.
Featured soloists add even more to this family friendly programme:
Monika Duncan – When She Loved Me from Toy Story
Finn Tann – Reinecke’s beautiful Ballade for flute
Alex Boot – John Williams’ Escapades from Catch Me If You Can
Aloysius – performing on Turkish saz in his own original composition
Come and discover just how much of the music you already know and love!
Contact person: Celia Stewart
Telephone: 027 529 9000
Website: http://cyo.org.nz/