The Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra (MPO) is ready to dazzle audiences once again with a nostalgic musical journey into the heart of Hollywood’s Golden Age. On 12 July 2025, Dewan Filharmonik PETRONAS (DFP), KLCC, will transform into a vintage silver screen dreamscape with a tribute to the legendary voices of Frank Sinatra and Judy Garland.
Following a celebrated legacy of pop-symphonic tributes—including The Beatles, ABBA, and Whitney Houston—the MPO continues to showcase its stylistic range and cultural resonance. This time, it’s stepping into the glamour of mid-20th-century America, blending orchestral elegance with the timeless appeal of classic Hollywood tunes.
Richard Balcombe.
Audiences can expect beloved Frank Sinatra classics like ‘Luck Be a Lady’ (from Guys and Dolls, 1955), ‘Three Coins in the Fountain’ (1954), and ‘How About You?’ (from Babes on Broadway, 1941), as well as charming duets such as ‘You’re Sensational and You’re Awful’.
Judy Garland’s iconic hits will also take centre stage, including ‘Over the Rainbow’ (from The Wizard of Oz,1939), ‘The Man That Got Away’ (from A Star Is Born, 1954), and the lively ‘Be a Clown’ (1948).
Graham Bickley.
Conducted by the renowned Richard Balcombe, known for his flair in both operatic and West End works, the concert will also welcome back crowd favourites Graham Bickley and Katie Birtill. Both vocalists thrilled Malaysian audiences during last year’s Bee Gees concert, and they return with even more showbiz sparkle and Broadway polish.
“This isn’t just a concert—it’s an experience,” said Balcombe. “We’re inviting the audience to relive the glamour, the drama, and the romance that made these artists timeless.”
Katie Birtill.
Whether you’re a seasoned Sinatra fan or discovering Garland’s magic for the first time, the evening promises sweeping strings, lush harmonies, and all the razzle-dazzle of vintage Hollywood. For audiences, the concert presents an opportunity to soak in the nostalgia as the MPO tunes up to pay homage to the two icons of Hollywood’s Golden Age.
