Seattle Symphony: The Snowman

Saturday, December 5, 2026 · Benaroya Hall

Dates tentative — check the venue’s listing for exact days and times

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The Seattle Symphony performs Howard Blake's beloved score from the animated film The Snowman, complete with the orchestra backing the story of a boy and his magical companion. It's a seasonal tradition that works for families and anyone who wants to hear "Walking in the Air" played live by actual musicians instead of through a speaker. December 5th at Benaroya Hall in downtown Seattle.

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Seattle Symphony
Seattle Wind Symphony is a 55-member audition-level woodwind, brass, and percussion ensemble founded in 2011 to present professional quality symphonic wind music to the general public, educators, and students in the Puget Sound region. The ensemble is dedicated to performing compelling literature from diverse composers and inspiring young musicians by modeling high standards of music and performance.
Howard Blake
Howard Blake OBE FRAM is one of the most popular and prolific English composers whose music has enchanted audiences worldwide both on the screen and in the concert hall. His iconic score for the 1982 animated film The Snowman featuring the legendary Walking in the Air has become a defining work of British culture.
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Venue

Benaroya Hall

200 University St, Seattle, WA 98101, USA · Downtown, Seattle

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