Williamsport Symphony Orchestra Performs 'Video Games' Concert

Iconic video game soundtracks come to life in a family-friendly orchestral performance.

Mar. 13, 2026 at 4:03pm

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The Williamsport Symphony Orchestra is set to present 'Video Games in Concert', a live performance of beloved video game music, on March 17th at the Journey Bank Community Arts Center. Conducted by Maestro Ben Firer, the program will feature scores from popular franchises like Halo, Skyrim, Kingdom Hearts, and more. The Lycoming College Choir will join the orchestra, and the 2026 Young Artists Competition winner William Ciabattari will perform the Sibelius Violin Concerto.

Why it matters

This concert aims to introduce orchestral music to new, younger audiences by celebrating the iconic soundtracks that have become integral to the video game experience. By bringing these sweeping, cinematic scores to life on stage, the Williamsport Symphony hopes to spark interest and appreciation for classical music among fans of gaming.

The details

The 'Video Games in Concert' program will feature music from a wide range of beloved video game franchises, including Halo, Skyrim, Kingdom Hearts, Metal Gear Solid, Castlevania, World of Warcraft, Uncharted, Tomb Raider, God of War, Phoenix Wright, The Last of Us, and Undertale. The Lycoming College Choir, under the direction of Patrick Chui and Adin Hinojosa, will join the Williamsport Symphony Orchestra for the performance.

  • The concert will take place on March 17, 2026 at 7:30 p.m.

The players

Williamsport Symphony Orchestra

A professional orchestra based in Williamsport, Pennsylvania that performs classical and contemporary music for the local community.

Maestro Ben Firer

The conductor who will lead the Williamsport Symphony Orchestra in the 'Video Games in Concert' performance.

Lycoming College Choir

The college choir that will join the Williamsport Symphony Orchestra for the concert.

William Ciabattari

The 2026 Young Artists Competition winner who will perform the Sibelius Violin Concerto with the orchestra.

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The takeaway

This concert represents an innovative approach to engaging new audiences with classical music by tapping into the popularity of video games and their iconic soundtracks. By blending the worlds of gaming and orchestral performance, the Williamsport Symphony hopes to inspire a new generation of classical music fans.