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℗ 2024 Divine Art Ltd
Released | April 19, 2024 |
Duration | 1h 15m 04s |
Record Label | Métier |
Catalogue No. | MEX 77105 |
Genre | Classical (Organ) |
Les ombres du Fantôme
Robert Sholl, Justin Paterson
Available in 96 kHz / 24-bit AIFF, FLAC high resolution audio formats
1.1
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The Ghost with the Death's Head
Robert Sholl; Justin Paterson; Robert Sholl; Justin Paterson |
6:01 | |||
1.2
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You must love me
Robert Sholl; Justin Paterson; Robert Sholl; Justin Paterson |
6:35 | |||
1.3
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The angels wept tonight
Robert Sholl; Justin Paterson; Robert Sholl; Justin Paterson |
9:21 | |||
1.4
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At the graveyard in Perros-Guirec
Robert Sholl; Justin Paterson; Robert Sholl; Justin Paterson |
7:28 | |||
1.5
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The enchanted violin – the resurrection of Lazarus
Robert Sholl; Justin Paterson; Robert Sholl; Justin Paterson |
2:38 | |||
1.6
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The Chandelier
Robert Sholl; Justin Paterson; Robert Sholl; Justin Paterson |
4:28 | |||
1.7
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Masked ball
Robert Sholl; Justin Paterson; Robert Sholl; Justin Paterson |
5:55 | |||
1.8
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Souterrain – “Everything that is underground belongs to him"
Robert Sholl; Justin Paterson; Robert Sholl; Justin Paterson |
4:13 | |||
1.9
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I am Don Juan Triumphant!
Robert Sholl; Justin Paterson; Robert Sholl; Justin Paterson |
4:47 | |||
1.10
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Christine! Christine!
Robert Sholl; Justin Paterson; Robert Sholl; Justin Paterson |
4:17 | |||
1.11
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From the cellars to the house on the lake
Robert Sholl; Justin Paterson; Robert Sholl; Justin Paterson |
5:01 | |||
1.12
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In the torture chamber
Robert Sholl; Justin Paterson; Robert Sholl; Justin Paterson |
3:23 | |||
1.13
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La mort du Fantôme
Robert Sholl; Justin Paterson; Robert Sholl; Justin Paterson |
5:56 | |||
1.14
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Epilogue
Robert Sholl; Justin Paterson; Robert Sholl; Justin Paterson |
5:01 | |||
Digital Booklet
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Les ombres du Fantôme presents a captivating exploration of Gaston Leroux’s timeless novel Le Fantôme de l’Opéra (1910) through fourteen evocative improvisations. Recorded in July 2021 using the majestic organs of Coventry and Arundel Cathedrals, accompanied by soprano voice and saxophone/bass clarinet, these improvisations delve deep into the narrative, themes, characters, and events of Leroux’s masterpiece. Employing an inventive musical language and leveraging the unique acoustics of these historic buildings, Les ombres du Fantôme transcends the physical realm, delivering a dynamic spectralism that immerses listeners in a sonic journey enhanced and extended through retrospective electronic augmentations.
Each improvisation within this collection acts as a thematic shadow, weaving a meta-narrative of Leroux’s iconic tale. Drawing inspiration from previous works, including an improvisation for a film scene and music composed for a podcast, the album intricately captures the essence of the novel, from the haunting presence of the Phantom to Christine’s desires and fears. Through the interplay of organ, soprano, and woodwinds, the album evokes the supernatural allure and psychological depth of Leroux’s narrative, offering a rich auditory experience that transcends traditional storytelling.
The meticulous production process behind Les ombres du Fantôme combines traditional recording techniques with innovative digital manipulation, resulting in a mesmerizing blend of sonic textures and timbral variations. From the haunting echoes of cathedral spaces to the ethereal harmonies of spectral editing, each track resonates with a sense of mystery and intrigue, inviting listeners to immerse themselves in the timeless allure of Leroux’s Phantom of the Opera. Les ombres du Fantôme is more than just an album—it’s a sonic exploration that transcends time and space, offering a captivating reinterpretation of a literary classic.
96 kHz / 24-bit PCM – Métier Studio Masters
Tracks 2, 3, 5, 8-14 – 88.2 kHz / 24-bit PCM Tracks 1, 7 – 88.2 kHz / 24-bit PCM, mastered in 96 kHz / 24-bit Track 6 – 44.1 kHz / 24-bit PCM, mastered in 96 kHz / 24-bit
Tracks 2, 3, 5, 8-14 – 88.2 kHz / 24-bit PCM Tracks 1, 7 – 88.2 kHz / 24-bit PCM, mastered in 96 kHz / 24-bit Track 6 – 44.1 kHz / 24-bit PCM, mastered in 96 kHz / 24-bit
Track title | Peak (dB FS) | RMS (dB FS) | LUFS (integrated) | DR | |
Album average Range of values | -1.55 -3.75 to -0.20 | -21.83 -25.74 to -18.61 | -18.53 -21.80 to -14.10 | 12 9 to 14 | |
1 | The Ghost with the Death's Head | -0.20 | -20.06 | -17.7 | 11 |
2 | You must love me | -1.04 | -21.17 | -19.0 | 11 |
3 | The angels wept tonight | -1.94 | -25.74 | -20.4 | 14 |
4 | At the graveyard in Perros-Guirec | -2.41 | -19.19 | -18.7 | 10 |
5 | The enchanted violin – the resurrection of Lazarus | -1.71 | -22.20 | -19.3 | 12 |
6 | The Chandelier | -1.04 | -18.85 | -14.9 | 11 |
7 | Masked ball | -1.00 | -25.35 | -21.8 | 14 |
8 | Souterrain – “Everything that is underground belongs to him" | -2.18 | -19.35 | -17.6 | 10 |
9 | I am Don Juan Triumphant! | -2.27 | -20.11 | -15.8 | 10 |
10 | Christine! Christine! | -3.75 | -24.86 | -21.5 | 13 |
11 | From the cellars to the house on the lake | -1.04 | -18.61 | -14.1 | 9 |
12 | In the torture chamber | -1.04 | -24.77 | -20.0 | 14 |
13 | La mort du Fantôme | -1.01 | -22.24 | -17.5 | 12 |
14 | Epilogue | -1.04 | -23.12 | -21.1 | 14 |