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The Music of Star Wars
Sat, May 2, 2026 at 7:30 PM | Sun, May 3, 2026 at 2:30 PM
Program

Stefan Sanders, conductor

Virginia Symphony Orchestra Chorus; 
Robert Shoup, 
chorusmaster

Alfred Newman    


20th Century Fox Fanfare



John Williams



Main Title
From Episode IV: A New Hope


Cantina Band
From Episode IV: A New Hope

Princess Leia’s Theme
From Episode IV: A New Hope

The Imperial March
From Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back

The Adventures of Jar Jar
From Episode I: The Phantom Menace

The Flag Parade
From Episode I: The Phantom Menace 

Across the Stars
From Episode II: Attack of the Clones

Rey’s Theme
From Episode VII: The Force Awakens    

Scherzo for X-Wings
From Episode VII: The Force Awakens




-intermission-



John Williams



Duel of the Fates
From Episode I: The Phantom Menace
Virginia Symphony Orchestra Chorus

Obi-Wan
From Obi-Wan Kenobi




Ludwig Göransson/
Sheehan 



Main Title
From The Mandalorian



Gordy Haab


Concert Suite
From Jedi: Survivor




Michael Giacchino



Jyn Erso and Hope
From Rogue One: A Star Wars Story

Guardians of the Whills
From Rogue One: A Star Wars Story
Virginia Symphony Orchestra Chorus




John Williams



The Adventures of Han

From Solo: A Star Wars Story

Battle of the Heroes
From Episode III: Revenge of the Sith
Virginia Symphony Orchestra Chorus

Throne Room and End Title
From Episode IV: A New Hope


Special Thanks to 501st Legion, Rebel Legion,
Mandalorians, and Droid Builders Club!

This weekend's concerts are made possible by generous support from The Helen G. Gifford Foundtation and CharlesIT. 

Saturday's performance is also made possible by TCV Trust & Wealth Management.