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KSO’s Spring Pops Concert: A Celebration of American Film Composers
March 20 @ 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm
The Kishwaukee Symphony Orchestra invites audiences on a cinematic journey at the KSO’s Spring Pops Concert: A Celebration of American Film Composers, on Friday, March 20, 2026 at 7:30 p.m. in the Boutell Memorial Concert Hall in the Northern Illinois University Music Building, DeKalb.
This blockbuster program showcases some of the most iconic and beloved film scores ever written—music that has defined generations of moviegoers and become part of America’s cultural soundtrack.
The evening highlights the unforgettable genius of everyone’s favorite composer John Williams, featuring selections from:
Star Wars
E.T. – Adventures on Earth
Schindler’s List
Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets
Jaws
Audience members will also hear music from popular movies and television including:
Apollo 13 by James Horner, arranged by John Moss
Psycho by Bernard Herrmann
The Magnificent Seven by Elmer Bernstein
Star Trek: Into Darkness and Up by Michael Giacchino
The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring by Howard Shore, arranged by John Whitney
The Simpsons by Danny Elfman, transcribed by Patrick Sheehan
Spider-Man by Danny Elfman, arranged by John Wasson
Perfect for families, film enthusiasts, and symphony lovers alike, this high-energy KSO Spring Pops Concert promises nostalgia, excitement, and unforgettable melodies performed live by the full orchestra.
Tickets and additional information are available at kishorchestra.org.
