There are few films that have better captured the bond between film and music more than Fantasia (1940). This visionary masterpiece of animation had a profound effect on the evolution of music videos and has helped introduce classical music to generations of children. Fantasia 2000, though not as highly regarded as its predecessor, has also aided in these cultural purposes. Yesterday night and again tonight, the San Francisco Symphony welcomes in audiences to experience the magic of both these films, reminding us of the emotional storytelling power of classical music and the wide spectrum of beauty and characters that animation can provide.
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