The Sound of Space: Sci-fi Film Soundtracks
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Dramatic. Hypnotic. Out of this world.
Who’s on stage?
The galactic talents of our home orchestra Royal Northern Sinfonia and guest conductor Robert Ames.
What they’re playing
A shining supernova of songs and music from your favourite sci-fi film music.
Price: Adults £21 – £49
Children £13 – £26
Running time: 2 hours, including a 20 minute interval.
Age: under 14s must be accompanied by an adult.
What you'll hear
Steven Price Gravity (7′)
Mica Levi Under the Skin: “Love” (8′)
Clint Mansell Moon Suite (8′)
Michael Nyman Gattaca for Orchestra (17′)
John Murphy Sunshine: Adagio in D minor (5′)
Bear McCreary Foundation (10′)
Max Richter On the Nature of Daylight (6′)
Harry Gregson Williams The Martian: “Crossing Mars” (5′)
Johánn Johánnsson Arrival Suite No. 1 (10′)
Jerry Goldsmith Alien: Main Title (4′)
Hans Zimmer Interstellar Symphonic Suite (8′)
Who's playing
Robert Ames conductor
Royal Northern Sinfonia
What's happening in the music
Strap on your seat belts because the pocket rockets from Royal Northern Sinfonia will be taking you on an out-of- this-world adventure. Robert Ames is our chief astronaut for the mission (conductor). And together they’ll be blasting off into some of the most loved music from the best sci-fi films, including Gravity, Interstellar, and Alien.
Take a watch
Watch our friends at the Imperial Orchestra’s take on Hans Zimmer’s Interstellar.
And check out the amazing Cinema Orchestra’s performance of John Murphey’s Adagio in D Minor from the Danny Boyle film Sunshine.
Dine just steps from the stage
Book a table in our Brasserie and enjoy a fresh Northern twist on classic British dishes. Sip exclusive drinks all night long and even save dessert for the interval.
