JOHN JESENSKY
COMPOSER, ORCHESTRATOR, CONDUCTOR
Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone - In Concert
For the first time ever, audiences around the world will experience the full film from one of the most beloved series in history, projected in HD on the big screen, while a full symphony
orchestra performs John Williams' unforgettable score.
John Jesensky - Conductor
Halifax, NS - Live with Symphony Nova Scotia
Scotiabank Centre, Halifax
15th November, 2019 at 7:30PM
Bangkok, Thailand
November, 2019
Stay Tuned for Info!
Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets - Live in Concert
The Harry Potter Film Concert Series continues with the second adventure! The film will be projected in HD on the big screen, while a full symphony orchestra performs John Williams' masterful sequel score.
John Jesensky - Conductor
Jackson, MS - Live with the Memphis Symphony Orchestra
Thalia Mara Hall, Jackson
29th February, 2019 at 8:00PM
Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban - Live in Concert
Something wicked this way comes for our third year at Hogwarts!
The film will be projected in HD on the big screen, while a full symphony orchestra and choir performs John Williams' masterpiece score in its entirety.
John Jesensky - Conductor
Bogota, Columbia
October, 2019
Stay Tuned for Info!
Norfolk, VA - Live with The Virginia Symphony
Norfolk Crysler Hall, Norfolk
30th November, 2019 at 8:00PM
Madison, WI - Live with the Madison Symphony Orchestra
Madison Overture Hall, Madison
31st January, 2020 at 8:00PM
Richmond, VA
Altria Theater, Richmond
15th February, 2020 at 8:00PM
Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire - Live in Concert
Join Harry for his fourth year at Hogwarts, and enter the dangerous TriWizard Tournament! With dragons, mermaids, and an evil quickly growing stronger, adventure awaits at every turn. The film will be projected in HD on the big screen while a full symphony orchestra performs Patrick Doyle's masterful score.
John Jesensky - Conductor
Columbus, OH - Live with Columbus Symphony
Ohio Theatre, Columbus
18th January, 2020 at 2:00PM
18th January, 2020 at 8:00PM
Hartford, CT - Live with Hartford Symphony
The Bushnell, Hartford
28th March, 2020 at 1:00PM
28th March, 2020 at 7:00PM
Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince - Live in Concert
Relive the adventure of a curious plot afoot at Hogwarts, and the dark secrets that will forever change the course of Harry's destiny!
The film will be projected in HD on the big screen, while a full symphony orchestra performs Nicholas Hooper's score in its entirety.
John Jesensky - Conductor
San Jose, CA - Live with Symphony Silicon Valley
San Jose Center for the Performing Arts, San Jose
9th November, 2019 at 2:30PM
9th November, 2019 at 7:30PM
10th November, 2019 at 1:30PM
Ghostbusters - In Concert
From Schirmer Theatrical, experience Ivan Reitman's two-time Oscar and Golden Globe-nominated film, screened live as an orchestra performs Elmer Bernstein's Grammy-nominated score and Ray Parker Jr.'s Billboard Hot 100 chart-topping theme.
John Jesensky - Conductor
Calgary, CA - Live with Calgary Philharmonic
Jack Singer Concert Hall, Calgary
25th October, 2019 at 7:30PM
26th October, 2019 at 2:00PM
Baltimore, MD - Live with Baltimore Symphony Orchestra
Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall, Baltimore
2nd November, 2019 at 8:00PM
3rd November, 2019 at 3:00PM
Titanic - Film with Live Orchestra
Experience James Cameron's cultural phenomenon - Titanic - like never before. Featuring a massive live orchestra and chorus performing James Horner's epic and beloved score live as the film is shown in HD on the big screen!
John Jesensky - Conductor
Montreal, CA - Live with l’Orchestre FILMharmonique
Place des Arts, Montreal
8th February, 2020 at 7:30PM
9th February, 2020 at 2:00PM
STAY TUNED FOR ADDITIONAL PERFORMANCE UPDATES!
HARRY POTTER characters, names and related indicia are © & ™ Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. J.K. ROWLING`S WIZARDING WORLD™ J.K. Rowling and Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. Publishing Rights © JKR. (s17)
CineConcerts Interview
September 2019
It was my honor to have CineConcerts conduct a 2-part interview with me as one of their featured conductors! Part one below!
Ottawa Citizen: Harry Potter Article/Interview
January 2019
Lynn Saxberg was great to talk "Potter Shop" with this past week! Check out the interview below!
A Nasty Re-Gifting
December 2018
Back in time to ruin Christmas once again, the amazing ALTER has been awesome enough to serve up a second helping of "MIDNIGHT CLEAR" for everyone! With a script written by Joe Russo and myself, we are very proud that our little demonic baby has done so well for itself! If you haven't seen it yet, check it out below!
Midnight Clear: Featured by Entertainment Weekly
December 2017
My latest collaboration with director Joe Russo has been featured in the esteemed "movies" column of Entertainment Weekly! This nasty little "Christmas Present" is our homage to The Twilight Zone both in style, and in commentary. Enjoy, but not too much!
Midnight Clear - Entertainment Weekly
Hartford Courant: Harry Potter Article/Interview
October 2017
The Hartford Courant interviewed me about my upcoming concert series with my home-state orchestra, The Hartford Symphony!!
Bradenton Herald: Harry Potter Article/Interview
September 2017
The Bradenton Herald interviewed me about an upcoming Harry Potter concert in Tampa.
Behind the Audio: Harry Potter Article/Interview
August 2017
Behind the Audio recently attended a performance of Harry Potter in Concert that I conducted. Read their review and interview with yours truly at the link below!
Who's There? Short Goes Live!
April 2016
Collaborating with filmaker Joe Russo is one of the great priviledges in my career. He has a great visual eye that feels like 1980's Spielberg got blended with Hitchcock and blasted into the 21st century. Mali Elfman apparently agrees, since she decided to feature us on her site, Fun Size Horror - the "Funny or Die" of all things scary! Check it out!!
Who's There? - Fun Size Horror
Star Trek: The Ultimate Voyage REVIEW!
February 2016
Reviews of our US tour are beginning to pour in, and the reception has been great!
It truly is my honor to conduct such outstanding musicians with a tour filled with amazing content, beautiful venues, and
a perfect crew!
Click here for one of the reviews!
Huffington Post Article/Interview
August 2015
The Huffington Post recently interviewed me about my music and career! If you admire the awkward art of speaking about yourself while trying (and failing) to not sound conceited, check it out!!