The Music of Harry Potter by Mystery Ensemble
The Bradshaw Hall, Royal Birmingham Conservatoire
Royal Birmingham Conservatoire, 200 Jennens Road, B4 7XR
£29
Doors will open 30 mins prior to the scheduled start time. Late entry is not permitted.

The Music of Harry Potter by Mystery Ensemble
Immerse yourself in the world of magical music from the cult fantasy based on the novels of the same name by JK Rowling - the most enchanting event of autumn for the whole family, an experience not to be missed. The evening programme includes music from unforgettable fantasy films of Harry Potter performed by the extraordinary Mystery Ensemble.
The film's soundtracks were masterfully composed by John Williams. The composer wrote the music at his mansions in Los Angeles and Tanglewood and then recorded at Abbey Road and Air Lyndhurst studios in London in September 2001. The film features many characteristic leitmotifs, most of which were repeated in the second part of Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets. The main composition, Hedwig's Theme, is present in all films in a modified form. The soundtrack was released on October 30, 2001, on CD media.
On December 14, 2001, the soundtrack was certified gold in Canada (50,000 units) and in January 2002 in Japan (100,000 units). In 2002, John Williams was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Music for a Film but lost to Howard Shore, who wrote the compositions for another fantasy film, The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
The album became a success, peaking at number 48 on the Billboard 200 and number two on the Top Soundtracks Chart. In the official UK charts, the album was at number 19.
About Mystery Ensemble
Mystery Ensemble is a group of professional musicians performing unique programmes in non-standard venues around the UK. Experience outstanding works from different eras, experimental music, tributes, and world soundtracks of films and series, as well as unique programmes and immersive shows. All music is presented in the author’s arrangements. With the possibility of independent choice of programme, unexpected locations, and format flexibility, our team of professional musicians is inspired to bring their favourite music to life.
Founded in 2021, our contemporary music studio has grown rapidly, with over 40 shows in the UK in its first year of performing. Our founder, Almin Alexander, has devoted more than 12 years of his life to the music industry and the development of cultural initiatives worldwide, working with many outstanding musicians and musical groups.
The ensemble’s repertoire contains an incredible amount of music. Just look at some of the programmes so dearly loved by our viewers: these are tribute concerts of such great composers as Ludovico Einaudi, Hans Zimmer, John Williams, Ólafur Arnalds, Joe Hisaishi, or the minimalists, John Cage and David Lang. At the same time, the ensemble performs popular soundtracks from sensational TV shows and movies: Wednesday, The Young Pope, Harry Potter, a variety of Disney and Pixar films, Pirates of the Caribbean, The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit saga, Spencer, Star Wars and others. There is also the unique music of Enigma, Enya, combined with neoclassical music or world rock hits, and tributes to the legendary Michael Jackson, Queen and the Beatles.
For lovers of the classics, the ensemble collection contains music by Mozart, Bach, Beethoven, Wagner, Strauss, Tchaikovsky, Rachmaninov, and all key composers - classics. And much more.team gathers as part of a chamber or small symphony orchestra.
Programme
Hedwig’s Theme
Another story
Professor Umbridge
End Titles
Hogwarts March
Harry’s wondrous Word
Dumbledore’s Army
Farewell Aragog
Gilderoy Lockhart
Hogwarts Forever
Hogwarts Hymn
Lily’s Theme
Harry and Hermione
Christmas
Potter Waltz
Snape of Malfoy Manor
Harry in Winter
Double Trouble
Flight of the Order of Phoenix
*The programme may be subject to changes
Running time approx.60 minutes