THE
SNOW QUEEN CD
A magical adventure told through songs, narration and poems
The Snow Queen is perhaps Hans Christian Anderson's most powerful and
moving story. In this new musical setting, songs telling the story are linked
by contemplative poems. The score reflects the Snow Queen's beguiling
allure as she charms the boy Kay to her ice palace in the frozen wastes
of the North.
But it is through the voice of his best friend - Gerda, that the central theme
of courage and determination is told. Although a story of spiritual optimism
tempered with fantasy and tragedy, it is above all a celebration of childhood;
innocence and the power of love to transcend evil and death.
The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra conducted by
Ian Hughes
The CD was recorded and mixed at Phoenix studios, London between
17-31st March 2003. Featured are: the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra
conducted by Ian Hughes, Burntwood School Girls' Chamber Choir and
London Voices. Lead vocals are shared by Sydney White (Gerda), Ben
Crawley (Kay), Claire Guy (Snow Queen), James Marsh, Sarah Shanson
and Loren Geeting (Robbers). Juliet Stevenson reads the poems and narration.
Sydney White (Gerda) recording her vocals
The live staging of the Snow Queen at the
Barbican Theatre
in London on
Tuesday December 16th 2003
will be followed by a major album release in
2004.
The Snow Queen - A Concert for Christmas'
Star actress Juliet Stevenson narrates the world premiere of The Snow Queen
by composer Paul K Joyce.
Told through songs, poems, lighting and projections,
this new and powerful version features brilliant twelve year old girl soprano
Sydney White as 'Gerda' with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra conducted by Ian
Hughes.
The concert also features carols and favourites such as The
Nutcracker, Troika, Sleigh Ride, 'May Peace Prevail on Earth' by Peter Wyer
and many more.
PKJ listening in the studio control room
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