Concert Features ‘The Best of John Williams‘
Space Coast Symphony Orchestra ends season with hits of movie music icon
(VERO BEACH, FL) May 15, 2023 – Raiders of the Lost Ark. The Empire Strikes Back. E.T. the Extra Terrestrial. These are just a few of the movies with soundtracks by the legendary composer, John Williams. Fans are in for a soaring musical experience when the Space Coast Symphony Orchestra presents music from these and other Williams’ film scores, during, The Best of John Williams. The season-closing concert of Williams’ film music gets underway Sunday, May 28 at 3:00 PM, at the Vero Beach High School Performing Arts Center, 1707 16th Street in Vero Beach, 32960. Concertgoers will hear many of their favorite themes, as the orchestra fills the hall with music from such films as Jaws, 1941, The Cowboys, Far and Away and more. Select youth musicians from around Central Florida will perform side-by-side on the second half of the program with their professional SCSO counterparts, bringing the total number of players onstage to over 100. Cosplay enthusiasts are invited to come dressed in costume inspired by their favorite John Williams’ film. $30 tickets are available through the orchestra website www.SpaceCoastSymphony.org or at Marine Bank & Trust, beachside and mainland branches. Tickets at the door are $35. Concertgoers aged 18 and under or with a college ID are admitted free to every SCSO concert. For more information about The Best of John Williams, call toll free to 855-252-7276 or visit www.SpaceCoastSymphony.org.
No one has composed more inspired and recognizable soundtracks than the illustrious John Williams. For Space Coast Symphony Orchestra Conductor and Artistic Director, Aaron T. Collins, The Best of John Williams is an homage to the composer’s greatness.
“Music is such a huge component of any film,” said Collins. “Excitement, color, power, drama –it’s everything. And by any standard, John Williams’ film music ranks at the very top.”
Concertgoers aged 18 and under or with a college ID are admitted free to every SCSO concert. For more information about the Space Coast Symphony 2022-23 season or the Symphony for Everyone ticket program, visit SpaceCoastSymphony.org or call toll-free (855) 252-7276.
ABOUT THE SPACE COAST SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA— The SCSO is a lively and passionate Central Florida orchestra comprised of professional musicians, music educators and mentored amateurs of exceptional ability. The Orchestra was formed by Conductor and Artistic Director Aaron T. Collins with a two-fold mission: to provide mentoring and performance opportunities for Florida’s finest young musicians as well as to provide professional concerts at genuinely affordable prices. The ultimate goal of the organization is to help ensure the symphonic tradition for the enjoyment of future generations.
Aaron T. Collins is garnering recognition for his achievements. LEAD Brevard named the ambitious Collins one of their “4 under 40” Young Professionals, the youngest-ever recipient of the honor. Space Coast Business magazine listed him as one of Brevard’s “100 Most Admired Businesspeople.” Collins is a past recipient of the Richard A. Stark Award for cultural leadership from the Cultural Council of Indian River County. Through his personal involvement with more than a dozen performing arts groups, pioneering reciprocal ad program and social media cross promotions, Collins has gained a reputation for generosity; championing other arts organizations throughout Central Florida for the cultural enrichment of the community.
School-aged children 18 years and under are admitted free of charge, as are college students with a valid ID. In keeping with their mission, the symphony provides a unique Symphony for Everyone ticketing program, a “pay-what-you-can” option designed to provide substantially discounted admission to any Space Coast Symphony concert. Relying on a non-traditional orchestra model and a slim budget, the Space Coast Symphony Orchestra is one of only 19 U.S. orchestras to perform year-round. In addition to maintaining the Space Coast Symphony JAZZ Orchestra and Space Coast Symphony Wind Orchestra, the nonprofit organization also has a youth orchestra and provides numerous separate and free ensemble performances. More information about the Space Coast Symphony Orchestra’s upcoming concerts, ticket sales, venues, directions and sponsorship opportunities is available at SpaceCoastSymphony.org by calling toll free (855) 252-7276.