GRAMMY Award-winner Arnie Roth leads the Grand Rapids Symphony orchestra and chorus – over 100 musicians on stage performing the beloved music of Nobuo Uematsu and others. With HD video from game developers SQUARE ENIX projected onto giant screens throughout the concerts, Distant Worlds performs a diverse and constantly expanding repertoire of classic FINAL FANTASY music from throughout the 30+ years of the game series. This unique and sensational multimedia concert experience delights audiences all around the globe!
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A New World: intimate music from FINAL FANTASY returns to Ann Arbor with fresh arrangements and fan favorites!
Don’t miss this opportunity to experience the beauty and power of FINAL FANTASY music in the most intimate setting. The New World Players chamber ensemble, with acclaimed piano soloist Benyamin Nuss and led by renowned conductor Eric Roth, will perform classics and surprises, battle medleys and character themes from throughout the entire series. Specially featuring the music of composer Nobuo Uematsu, A New World delivers an amazing communal music event!
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Knight of the Round are a video game music band that delivers crushing metal renditions of Final Fantasy songs. It’s been a few years but I was able to catch up with Justin (guitar) and Adam (bass). Before their main event performance at MAGFest, we talked about their latest album, War of the Triad. We also dive into MAGFest memories, influential bands, black metal recording production standards, solo music projects, and a whole lot more. This interview was a great way to kick off 2019. Enjoy.
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A New World: intimate music from FINAL FANTASY returns to Ann Arbor this fall! Experience the most intimate FINAL FANTASY music with the New World Players chamber ensemble, award-winning piano soloist Benyamin Nuss and conductor Eric Roth. An official production of game developer SQUARE ENIX, A New World delivers fresh live music arrangements of beloved FINAL FANTASY themes, especially featuring the music of Nobuo Uematsu. Proven to delight audiences on four continents, don’t miss A New World’s triumphant return performance at Rackham Auditorium.
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Welcome to Geeks and Ink, where we highlight awesome tattoos based on geek culture. Tattoos are a unique way in which we express ourselves. Not only do they show off art but they often have a story or meaning behind them. Find out what these tattoos mean to these people.
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