Sunday, October 4, 3pm
Soreng Theater
Joe Hisaishi, Composer
Program Overview
Howl’s Moving Castle
Spirited Away
Kiki’s Delivery Service
My Neighbor Totoro
Lance Inouye, Conductor
Often called the “John Williams of Japan,” Joe Hisaishi is one of the world’s most celebrated film composers. Journey into the enchanting worlds of Studio Ghibli through his richly orchestrated music, from the shimmering mystery of Spirited Away and the gentle charm of Kiki’s Delivery Service to the heartfelt warmth of My Neighbor Totoro. Lyrical and deeply expressive, Hisaishi’s unforgettable scores capture adventure, nostalgia, and quiet beauty in music that resonates across generations.
Learn more about Hisaishi and hear his music in this Pitchfork magazine article about the composer.
Tickets are also available as part of “Create Your Own” (CYO) 3 or 5-Pack of Eugene Symphony concerts. Package buyers receive a 10% discount on tickets and pay reduced ticketing fees.
“We went year before last to [The Music of Studio Ghibli] as our family Christmas gift… It was one of the absolute best experiences ever. Incredibly impressed with the entire evening.”
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