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Joe Hisaishi Symphonic Concert: Music from the Studio Ghibli Films of Hayao Miyazaki
The music of iconic Studio Ghibli films featuring Joe Hisaishi’s celebrated scores will be performed live by the Paris-based symphony orchestra and choir Orchestre et Chœur Lamoureux at two concerts in June 2017 at the Palais des Congrès de Paris. With its international premiere, JOE HISAISHI SYMPHONIC CONCERT: MUSIC FROM THE STUDIO GHIBLI FILMS OF HAYAO MIYAZAKI explores the collaborative relationship between music and storytelling, blending music and visuals to celebrate the long partnership between Joe Hisaishi and Academy Award-winner Hayao Miyazaki (2002 Animated Feature Film for Spirited Away and 2014 Honorary Award).
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Plot Summary
This concert film captures the magic of Joe Hisaishi's iconic scores performed live with world-class orchestras. It features beloved music from Hayao Miyazaki's cherished animated masterpieces, including 'Spirited Away', 'My Neighbor Totoro', 'Princess Mononoke', and 'Howl's Moving Castle'. The film offers a visually stunning and emotionally resonant journey through the soundscapes that have defined generations of Studio Ghibli films.
Critical Reception
The concert film received overwhelmingly positive reviews, with critics and audiences alike praising the masterful conducting of Joe Hisaishi and the powerful performances of the orchestras. The visual presentation accompanying the music was also frequently highlighted as enhancing the overall experience, bringing the evocative melodies to life.
What Reviewers Say
A breathtaking celebration of Joe Hisaishi's timeless scores.
Visually stunning and musically superb, a must-see for Ghibli fans.
The live orchestral performances are incredibly moving and powerful.
Google audience: While specific Google user ratings for this concert film are not readily available, audience feedback across various platforms generally expresses immense satisfaction, with many highlighting the emotional impact and the joy of experiencing these beloved soundtracks performed live.
Fun Fact
Joe Hisaishi has been the composer for all but one of Hayao Miyazaki's feature films, forging one of the most successful and enduring creative partnerships in animation history.
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