Simi Valley, CA - Music takes center stage at the third annual SIMI Film Fest with the public debut of the Simi Valley Symphony Orchestra on Thursday, September 4. Conducted by World Soundtrack Award–winning composer Joseph Metcalfe, the 90-minute concert will feature Hollywood classics and new works from indie composers whose films are screening at the festival.
The program includes music from Forrest Gump, Gladiator, The Sound of Music, and scores from selected festival films — giving independent composers a rare opportunity to have their work performed live by a symphony orchestra. It will also feature a performance from the hit video game Mario + Rabbids, with composer Grant Kirkhope appearing in person as a special guest.
“This concert is about connecting audiences with the music that shapes the stories they see on screen,” says Metcalfe. “For indie composers, having their work brought to life by a full symphony is an unforgettable milestone.”
The concert is part of the SIMI Film Fest, founded by Metcalfe and multi-award-winning singer-songwriter and music supervisor Katie Garibaldi, running September 3–7 at Studio Movie Grill in Simi Valley, CA. The festival showcases 62 independent films from around the world, panels, and special events, with a unique emphasis on the role of music in storytelling.
Concert Details:
Date: Thursday, September 4, 2025. Time: 7:30 PMLocation: Rancho Simi Recreation and Parks District Building, Guardian Street, Simi Valley, CATickets: www.simiff.com
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