Distant Worlds heads to E3 this year, Final Fantasy XII composer Hitoshi Sakimoto to attend

The folks at Distant Worlds, the huge Final Fantasy orchestral concert series, have just announced a partial line-up for their concert at this year’s E3, and if you’re planning on being anywhere near the show, it’s one worth considering – as it’s promised to be quite the event.

Arnie Roth will be leading the Distant Worlds Philharmonic Orchestra with music from all 14 currently released Final Fantasy games. As such, they’ll be premiering in North America for the first time the massive Final Fantasy I-XIV Battle Medley. Other highlights are set to include Final Fantasy VII: Jenova Complete, Final Fantasy XIV: Torn from the Heavens, To Zanarkand from Final Fantasy X and vocal performances of Eyes on Me (FFVIII) and Answers (FFXIV) by Final Fantasy XIV’s own Susan Calloway.

Additionally, the program will feature the world premiere of a new Final Fantasy score.

Joining Calloway and Roth for this event for the first time ever, Final Fantasy XII composer Hitoshi Sakimoto will be in attendance as well and will be present for a special meet and greet occasion for those who purchase VIP tickets to the show. This limited experience will include autograph signings, premium seating, and a post-show reception for anyone willing to pay the $175 cost.

You can find more details, and tickets, over on the Distant Worlds website. Pre-sale for tickets starts on March 6 at 10AM PST with regular tickets on sale starting from March 9.


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