The album 'Heaven to Earth' is dedicated in memory of Reverend Richard Abbott, who encouraged Joanna Forbes L'Estrange's composing career.
Composer's Artistic Vision
The composer, Joanna Forbes L'Estrange, uses words as her springboard for composition, reading texts aloud to find melodic ideas and sound-worlds.
Composition History
Joanna Forbes L'Estrange began composing when her foster father, Richard, asked her to write a piece for his ordination in 2007.
Performer Biography
London Voices, the choir on this album, is well-known for singing on hundreds of movie and computer game soundtracks, including 'Harry Potter' and 'Star Wars' film series.
Composer's Artistic Vision
Joanna Forbes L'Estrange aims to compose church music that is rewarding and enjoyable for all choirs, including those without extensive musical training.
Composer Biography
Joanna Forbes L'Estrange, the composer, initially had no intention of composing, despite being the granddaughter, daughter, and wife of composers.
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