Le Best of Cirque du Soleil (20th Anniversary Edition)

by Cirque du Soleil

Overview

The Cirque Du Soleil acrobat troupe has used interesting musical soundtracks since their inception in the early 1980's. Now a multifaceted company, the various Cirque Du Soleil ensembles have released several albums documenting their music. On this 20th Anniversary Edition, listeners will be treated to compositions from many of their shows, including selections from SALTIMBANCO, ALEGRIA and others. Not surprisingly, "Egypte" from MYSTERE features the jingles of Egyptian tambourines, and Islamic scales from Northeast Africa. The only thing missing is the belly dancer. The Indonesian-flavored "Gamelan" from the show O vividly depicts Java and Bali. "Vocea" from VAREKAI is more of a Western pop tune, though it is not sung in English. Pulsating percussion and robust strings dominate this mix. Since LE BEST offers a smattering of music from around the world, this collection will give listeners an opportunity to hear the kind of musical diversity encouraged by the Cirque Du Soleil founders. Indeed, this compilation is as unique and multicultural as the performers and show designers themselves.

Product Details

Release Date:	09/27/2004
Label:	Cirque Du Soleil Musique
UPC:	0874751000134
Rank:	97166

Tracks

1. Egypte
2. Alegria
3. Pokinoi
4. Querer
5. Kumbalawe
6. Ombra
7. Reveil
8. Nostalgie
9. Vocea
10. Stella Errans
11. Gamelon
12. Liama

Album Credits

Performance Credits

Cirque du Soleil   Primary Artist
Dominique Grand   Primary Artist
Bruno Guez   Musical Direction
Erik Karol   Vocals
Elise Velle   Vocals,Vocals
Dessy Di Lauro   Vocals
Nathalie Gauvin   Vocals
Agnes Sohier   Vocals
Francine Poitras   Vocals
Julie McInnes   Vocals
Toumany Kouyate   Vocals
Zara Tellander   Vocals
Roxane Potvin   Vocals
Francesca Gagnon   Vocals
London Voices   Vocals,Choir/Chorus

Technical Credits

Bruno Guez   Creative Director,Composer
Franco Dragone   Composer,Lyricist
Eiko Ishioka   Costume Design
Carol Ryan   Executive Producer
Al Seib   Photography
Josee Paquette   Associate Producer
Dominique Lemieux   Costume Design
Helene Dorion   Lyricist
Sylvain Grand'Maison   Graphic Design
Ian Tremblay   Executive Producer
Manuel Tadros   Composer,Lyricist
Claude Amesse   Composer,Lyricist
Eric Piche   Photography
Veronique Vial   Photography
Renee Marc-Aurele   Mastering
Francois Barbeau   Costume Design
Pierre Desmarais   Art Direction
Daniel Mercure   Producer
Benoit Jutras   Composer
Violaine Corradi   Composer