Joe Hisaishi is renowned for his fantastical scores to Hayao Miyazaki’s Studio Ghibli films—along with his sensitive symphonic and solo works. In this program, Hisaishi conducts the world premiere of his Concerto for Orchestra and the latest concert version of music from The Boy and the Heron. Please note: this concert is presented without film.

Top Gun: Maverick in Concert features the NSO performing the original music score composed by Harold Faltermeyer, Lady Gaga, and Hans Zimmer and produced by Lorne Balfe. Facing an uncertain future and confronting the ghosts of his past, Pete “Maverick” Mitchell (Tom Cruise) is drawn into a confrontation with his own deepest fears, culminating in a mission that demands the ultimate sacrifice from those who will be chosen to fly it. Rated PG-13 

Music Celebrations International partners with The Capital Wind Symphony and the American Veteran’s Center to present The 16th Annual Memorial Day Choral Festival.

The 300-voice American Festival Choir will join the legendary Christian artists TaRanda Greene, Charles Billingsley, and Ernie Hasse & Signature Sound in a heartfelt celebration of God and country, celebrating the 250th anniversary of America.