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The Best of Ennio Morricone - Milano Festival Opera

Name: The Best of Ennio Morricone - Milano Festival Opera
Start: 2027-01-30T20:00:00+01:00
End: 2027-01-30T23:59:00+01:00
Location: Festplatz 9, 76137 Karlsruhe, Germany

Festplatz 9, 76137 Karlsruhe, Germany
Karlsruhe, Germany
Sat, January 30, 2027 (8:00 pm - 11:59 pm)

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Description

Large orchestra, singers, and choir of the Milano Festival Opera. The world-renowned Oscar winner Ennio Morricone is considered one of the most prolific composers in the history of film music, having written over 500 film scores for cinema and television, creating legendary pieces in the process. He received his last Oscar in February 2016 for Tarantino's 'The Hateful 8'. Morricone became immortal nearly 50 years ago with his music for 'Once Upon a Time in the West'. His compositions for the Italian Western classic 'The Good, the Bad and the Ugly', Roland Joffé's drama 'The Mission', and Giuseppe Tornatore's film 'Cinema Paradiso' gained him particular fame. His fans can experience Morricone's unforgettable works live in selected cities. Star guest Marc Breitfelder is considered one of the best harmonica players in the world. On stage, the large ensemble of soloists, orchestra, and choir of the Milano Festival Opera brings Morricone's captivating music to life. ORIGINAL FILM SCENES The technically elaborate screen animation with original film scenes intensifies the gripping atmosphere and creates the famous goosebump effect that no one can resist. Among Ennio Morricone's most important works are the soundtracks to 'The Hateful 8', 'Once Upon a Time in the West', 'Kill Bill 2', 'My Name is Nobody', 'The Good, the Bad and the Ugly', 'Once Upon a Time in America', 'For a Few Dollars More', and 'The Untouchables'. Participants: The Best of Ennio Morricone.

Highlights

Live performance by the Milano Festival Opera
Features music from iconic films by Ennio Morricone
Special guest Marc Breitfelder on harmonica

General Information

The Best of Ennio Morricone concert showcases the legendary composer's most celebrated film scores. Held at the Kongresszentrum Karlsruhe, this event features a large orchestra, singers, and choir, bringing Morricone's unforgettable music to life with original film scenes.