Mike Oldfield's Tubular Bells Performed by The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra.
Pressed on Limited Edition Blue & White Splatter Vinyl!
One of the most important works of electronic music and modern classical, Mike Oldfield's Tubular Bells is celebrating its 50th anniversary and is honored here on this new studio recording.
Performed by the highly venerated Royal Philharmonic Orchestra with the London Contemporary Voices Choir, conducted by award-winning composer Simon Dobson with special guest MC, actor Brian Blessed (Flash Gordon, Blackadder). Also includes additional selections from Oldfield's oeuvre that have never before been performed by a full orchestra. "It's amazing to think that it's been 50 years since I started writing Tubular Bells, and I am touched that my music has reached so many people all over the world during that time." - Mike Oldfield
Features
- Limited Edition
- Double LP
- Blue & White Splatter Vinyl
- Gatefold Jacket
- Made in Canada
Musicians
| The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra | |
|---|---|
| London Contemporary Voices Choir | |
| Simon Dobson | conductor |
| Brian Blessed | special guest MC |
Selections
LP1
Side A:
- Tubular Bells Part 1
Side B:
- Tubular Bells Part 2
- Sailor's Hornpipe
LP2
Side C:
- Ommadawn Part 1
Side D:
- Excerpt from Hergest Ridge Part 1
- Moonlight Shadow
