Video Games in Concert

From computer pixel to conductor’s podium, the Williamsport Symphony Orchestra invites you to experience the soaring symphonic world of video game music—live in concert. Once dismissed as novelty, video game scores have grown into one of the most dynamic and in-demand genres in orchestral programming, drawing audiences worldwide. Today, these works stand proudly alongside the classical canon, offering both long-time concertgoers and first-time attendees an unforgettable musical experience.

At the heart of video game music is the orchestra’s unique power to create immersion. Just as a great film score amplifies story and emotion, symphonic scoring in games heightens the player’s sense of adventure, drama, and wonder. Rich melodies, sweeping harmonies, and imaginative orchestrations breathe life into fantastical worlds, transporting listeners from the concert hall into realms of magic, mystery, and heroism. For younger audiences, this concert demonstrates how orchestral music continues to shape the entertainment they love. For seasoned patrons, it offers a new way to hear the orchestra’s versatility—fresh, thrilling, and profoundly engaging.

As scholar of gameplay Johan Huizinga once observed, “You can deny seriousness, but not play. Play is the exaltation of the possible.” That spirit of play animates this entire evening. Video Games in Concert is more than a concert—it is an immersive multimedia event, pairing live symphonic performance with synchronized video projected on the big screen. Beloved game sequences unfold before your eyes as the WSO performs their unforgettable soundtracks, allowing the music and visuals to merge into one sweeping, multisensory adventure.

The program features music from some of the most iconic titles in gaming history. Fans will recognize the epic choral power of Halo, the sweeping landscapes of Skyrim, and the fantastical beauty of Final Fantasy and Kingdom Hearts. The driving rhythms of Metal Gear Solid, the gothic drama of Castlevania, and the magical atmosphere of World of Warcraft will transport audiences into worlds they know and love. With so many titles represented, this concert celebrates the breadth and artistry of video game music, from nostalgic classics to modern epics.

For orchestras worldwide, concerts like this one have become a bridge—connecting communities, broadening audiences, and reaffirming the timeless relevance of symphonic music. In Video Games in Concert, familiar sounds from consoles, computers, and smartphones are elevated into a full-scale orchestral performance, proving that great music transcends its medium.

Whether you are a lifelong gamer, a casual player, or someone simply curious about this phenomenon, tonight’s concert promises to surprise, delight, and inspire. Join us for an evening where play and performance meet, where pixels transform into symphonies, and where the wildest dreams of game music come to life.

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