About this concert
Composer Joe Hisaishi will conduct the Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra in a selection of his greatest musical themes. His widely loved music for legendary Studio Ghibli films such as Hayao Miyazaki’s Spirited Away, Ponyo and Howl’s Moving Castle will be accompanied with film images from Studio Ghibli projected on massive screens. In addition, Hisaishi will conduct some of his best music for feature films, including the award-winning Hana-Bi (Fireworks) and Kids Return by leading director Takeshi Kitano, and much more.
We are extremely proud that Joe Hisaishi is coming to Amsterdam to perform his magical music with us.
This concert will be one of the rare occasions in Europe where Joe Hisaishi will conduct as well as perform on the piano. Don’t miss this extraordinary opportunity! It’s an immersive experience that will transport you to the magical and enchanting worlds created by Joe Hisaishi.
This concert is organised in collaboration with MOJO Concerts and HarrisonParrott.
Content advisory: Videos used in this performance contain some scenes of war and gunshots. Discretion is advised.
Copyright images: Totoro: © 1988 Hayao Miyazaki/Studio Ghibli | Spirited Away: © 2001 Hayao Miyazaki/Studio Ghibli, NDDTM | Departures: ©2008 映画「おくりびと」製作委員会 | ABBBJ: © 2025 30West BBBJ, LLC. All Rights Reserved. Digital Available.
It’s an immersive experience that will transport you to the magical and enchanting worlds created by Joe Hisaishi.
