Aram Demirjian | Conductor

Disney’s Fantasia was a stroke of brilliance in 1940, marrying symphonic music and animation in a way that was revolutionary to both mediums. Now, experience this groundbreaking animated classic like you never have before with The Philadelphia Orchestra performing beloved repertoire from Fantasia (1940) and its sequel Fantasia 2000, including The Sorcerer’s Apprentice and Beethoven’s Fifth Symphony, live to film. Enjoy the iconic moments of your childhood and ignite the imaginations of a new generation this January.

Program

Bach - Toccata and Fugue in D minor

Tchaikovsky - Excerpts from The Nutcracker

Beethoven - Excerpts from Symphony No. 5

Stravinsky - Excerpts from The Firebird

Ponchielli - “Dance of the Hours,” from La Gioconda

Debussy - “Claire de lune,” from Suite bergamasque

Beethoven - Excerpts from Symphony No. 6 (“Pastoral”)

Dukas - The Sorcerer’s Apprentice