Article Source: Castle Concerts
Last Updated: 19 March 2024 9:36
Audiences will experience the critically acclaimed Royal Scottish National Orchestra conducted by Justin Freer performing John Williams’ music to the entire first film live to picture from one of the most beloved film series in history.
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Castle Concerts announced today that the Royal Scottish National Orchestra will perform Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone in Concert on Sunday 14th July 2024 in the spectacular, world renowned setting of Edinburgh Castle as part of the Harry Potter Film Concert Series. The concert will feature Justin Freer conducting the Royal Scottish National Orchestra in performing live, to picture, every note from Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone. Audiences will be able to relive the magic of the entire film in 39ft wide high-definition screen while hearing RSNO perform John Williams’ unforgettable score live.
Warner Bros. Discovery Global Themed Entertainment and CineConcerts created the Harry Potter Film Concert Series, the only official global concert tour celebrating the Harry Potter films. Since the world premiere of Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone in Concert in 2016, more than 3 million fans have enjoyed this magical experience from the Wizarding World, which is scheduled to include over 2,973 performances across more than 48 countries worldwide through 2025.
Mark Mackie, Castle Concerts: "For many years we have been hoping to bring together 3 of Scotland’s major gifts to the world; Harry Potter, The Royal Scottish National Orchestra and Edinburgh Castle, for this incredibly special project. We are absolutely delighted that the planets have aligned this year and we are able to present this truly unforgettable experience".
Alistair Mackie, RSNO Chief Executive: "The RSNO has an extensive history with film music, both in its performance and recording. Therefore, the opportunity for Scotland’s National Orchestra to perform the music of Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone this summer in the iconic venue of Edinburgh Castle was too good to miss."
Audrey Jones, Historic Environment Scotland (Edinburgh Castle): "We’re thrilled to welcome the first ever open air classical concert, the Harry Potter Film Concert Series with the Royal Scottish National Orchestra, to Edinburgh Castle on Sunday 14th July. I’m sure that this will be a magical night, and a unique opportunity to enjoy this music in the magnificent surroundings of the castle, sitting majestically on top of Edinburgh’s old town, which is said to have provided much of the inspiration for the original story, and continues to enchant people from around the world.”
Jason Barrett, Chief Executive of The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo said: "I can think of no better place than our home at Edinburgh Castle as the perfect backdrop for something as celebrated as Harry Potter. For over 74 years, every August we create our own magic on the Edinburgh Castle Esplanade, and this year we're excited that the magic of the Wizarding World will make its way to our stage and dazzle audiences in the presentation of the Harry Potter Film Concert Series. Playing our part in this unforgettable event as venue operators, we look forward to welcoming thousands of spectators to our purpose-built arena at Edinburgh Castle.”
In Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone, 11 year old Harry Potter is whisked away to Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, Harry discovers a world of enchantments, ghosts, Quidditch, and friends who will stand, through everything, by his side. But when Harry hears of a stone with great powers, he finds that his school has its own dark secrets – and an adventure that will become the stuff of legend begins.
Justin Freer, President of CineConcerts and Producer/Conductor of the Harry Potter Film Concert Series explains, "The Harry Potter film series is a once-in-a-lifetime cultural phenomenon that continues to delight millions of fans around the world. It is with great pleasure that we bring fans for the first time ever an opportunity to experience the award-winning music scores played live by a symphony orchestra, all while the beloved film is simultaneously projected onto the big screen. This is truly an unforgettable event.”
Brady Beaubien of CineConcerts and Concert Producer for the Harry Potter Film Concert Series added, “Harry Potter is synonymous with excitement around the world and we hope that by performing this incredible music with the full movie, audiences will continue to celebrate the wizarding world.”
For more information on the official Harry Potter Film Concert Series, please visit
www.harrypotterinconcert.com.
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