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Classic Film Scores is a renowned performer-ensemble project associated with the National Symphony Orchestra (NSO) that brings legendary film music to life. Originally conducted by Charles Gerhardt with the National Philharmonic Orchestra, this series featured meticulously prepared suites from classic scores and high-fidelity recordings at Kingsway Hall, released by RCA from 1972 to 1978. The project showcased composers such as Korngold, Steiner, Rózsa, Waxman, Newman, Tiomkin, and Herrmann, among others, capturing the cinematic mood of iconic films. In 2025, the NSO presents a fresh collaboration under conductor Teddy Abrams at the Kennedy Center in Washington, DC, broadening the legacy for new audiences.

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Biography, discography highlights, and upcoming tour information for Classic Film Scores. Stay connected with the NSO’s official channels for the latest announcements and ticket opportunities. We’ve got you covered for a seamless, no-fuss ticket experience and reliable access to great seats. Secure your seats for the Kennedy Center performances on June 6–7, 2025, and follow official updates via social media.

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Quick Facts About Classic Film Scores

  • The Classic Film Scores series (14 LPs) was conducted by Charles Gerhardt and performed by the National Philharmonic Orchestra, issued by RCA in 1972–1978.
  • Albums feature scores by Korngold, Steiner, Rózsa, Waxman, Newman, Tiomkin, Herrmann and others, often presented as suites from their films.
  • The series was known for meticulous score preparation and high-fidelity recording at Kingsway Hall; the RCA release program ran 1972–1978.
  • 2025 NSO performance: Classic Film Scores at the Kennedy Center in Washington, DC, conducted by Teddy Abrams, with dates June 6–7, 2025.
  • Social media presence for the related institutional program: NSO maintains active channels (e.g., Twitter/X @NatSymphonyDC; Facebook page for the National Symphony Orchestra).

The records

Classic Film Scores Discography

  • The Spectacular World of Classic Film Scores
    1978 · RCA
  • Star Wars and Close Encounters of the Third Kind
    1978 · RCA
  • Lost Horizon: The Classic Film Scores of Dimitri Tiomkin
    1976 · RCA
  • Spellbound: The Classic Film Scores of Miklós Rózsa
    1975 · RCA
  • Captain Blood: Classic Film Scores for Errol Flynn
    1975 · RCA
  • Gone with the Wind
    1974 · RCA
  • Citizen Kane: The Classic Film Scores of Bernard Herrmann
    1974 · RCA
  • Sunset Boulevard: The Classic Film Scores of Franz Waxman
    1974 · RCA
  • Casablanca: Casablanca: Classic Film Scores for Humphrey Bogart
    1974 · RCA
  • Elizabeth and Essex: The Classic Film Scores of Erich Wolfgang Korngold
    1973 · RCA
  • Classic Film Scores for Bette Davis
    1973 · RCA
  • Captain from Castile: The Classic Film Scores of Alfred Newman
    1973 · RCA
  • Now Voyager: The Classic Film Scores of Max Steiner
    1973 · RCA
  • The Sea Hawk: The Classic Film Scores of Erich Wolfgang Korngold
    1972 · RCA

Biography, discography highlights, and upcoming tour information for Classic Film Scores. Stay connected with the NSO’s official channels for the latest announcements and ticket opportunities. We’ve got you covered for a seamless, no-fuss ticket experience and reliable access to great seats. Secure your seats for the Kennedy Center performances on June 6–7, 2025, and follow official updates via social media.

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