The album, titled 'Echoes,' explores themes of landscape, light, water, dreams, birth, and the changing rhythm of the seasons, designed as a complete journey for the listener.
Performer Biography
Philip Sheppard, the conductor, is a multi-talented artist who has composed over 65 film, gaming, television, and theatrical scores, including for Sony PS4's DETROIT: Become Human.
Album & Artwork
The album is conceived as a modern mixtape, echoing the personalized gifts of the 1980s, but with significant effort invested in its creation.
Recording & Production
The album involved a complex production process, including creating new arrangements, booking musicians, overcoming logistical issues during sessions, and intricate editing, mixing, and mastering.
Performer Biography
David Le Page, the Artistic Director, is a versatile musician known for his improvisatory violin style and eclectic approach to various musical genres, from baroque to experimental rock.
Performer Biography
Philip Sheppard also served as the music director for the London 2012 Handover sequence at the 2008 Beijing Olympics Closing Ceremony and conducted all 205 national anthems for the 2012 London Olympics.
Album & Artwork
The album is dedicated to Niall McChesney, a long-time supporter of the Orchestra of the Swan, whose substantial donation helped make this remembrance possible.
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