With 'The Boy and the Heron - Symphonic Suite for Piano and Orchestra', legendary composer Joe Hisaishi presents a reimagined concert work based on his Golden Globe-winning score for Studio Ghibli's Academy Award-winning film 'The Boy and the Heron' by Hayao Miyazaki. Recorded with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, the world premiere recording features Hisaishi himself as piano soloist. Rather than simply arranging the original soundtrack, Hisaishi has completely recomposed the music into a standalone symphonic work for the concert hall. Beloved themes from the film are woven into a rich orchestral narrative, creating an atmospheric and emotionally compelling listening experience. An essential release from one of today's most celebrated composers.

Disc 1

Track name

Artist

1.Ask Me Why (I)

Various Performers

2.Gray Heron

Various Performers

3.Memories

Various Performers

4.A Trap

Various Performers

5.Sanctuary - The Master of the Tomb

Various Performers

6.Ark

Various Performers

7.Warawara

Various Performers

8.Reincarnation

Various Performers

9.Rain of Fire

Various Performers

10.A Song of Prayer

Various Performers

11.The King's Parade - Diversion

Various Performers

12.The Great Collapse

Various Performers

13.The Last Smile

Various Performers

14.Ask Me Why (II)

Various Performers

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