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Musical Journey to Middle Earth

By Rachelle Bowden in Arts & Entertainment on Jun 10, 2004 1:36PM

World Festival Symphony Orchestra

The Auditorium Theatre announced yesterday that it will be hosting two "The Lord of the Rings Symphony: A Symphony in Six Movements" concerts in early October. Composed by Academy Award winner Howard Shore, the performances feature more than 200 musicians and singers, music from all three movies performed by the World Festival Symphony Orchestra, both adult and children's choirs, guest vocalist Sissel, synchronized projections of original concept and storyboard artwork from the movies, and a special appearance by Shore himself. Tickets go on sale on Monday.