Embark on an interstellar journey with the Cincinnati Pops Orchestra as they present "Voyage," a captivating album released on July 5, 2019, under the Fanfare Cincinnati label. This one-hour, four-minute musical odyssey is a celebration of science fiction's most iconic themes and compositions, seamlessly blending classical orchestral arrangements with beloved scores from the silver screen and television.
The album opens with Gustav Holst's "The Planets," featuring excerpts from "Jupiter" and "Mars," providing a powerful and dramatic prelude to the space-themed compositions that follow. The Cincinnati Pops Orchestra, conducted by their renowned artistic director, masterfully performs a diverse range of tracks, from the stirring "Star Trek" theme to the epic "Jedi Steps - Finale" from "Star Wars: The Force Awakens."
"Voyage" also showcases the orchestra's versatility with suites from "Rogue One: A Star Wars Story," including "The Imperial Suite," "Guardians of the Whills Suite," and "Jyn Erso & Hope Suite." Additionally, the album features themes from classic science fiction television series such as "Lost in Space," "Battlestar Galactica," and "Dr. Who," arranged by R. Pellett, offering a nostalgic trip down memory lane for fans of these timeless shows.
The Cincinnati Pops Orchestra's "Voyage" is a testament to the enduring power of science fiction music, expertly performed and arranged to create an engaging and immersive listening experience. Whether you're a fan of classical music, science fiction, or both, this album is sure to delight and inspire.
The Planets, Op. 32, H. 125 (Excerpts): IV. Jupiter, the Bringer of JollityGustav Holst, Cincinnati Pops Orchestra, John Morris Russell
Star TrekMichael Giacchino, Vocal Arts Ensemble, Cincinnati Pops Orchestra, John Morris Russell
The Jedi Steps - Finale (From "Star Wars: The Force Awakens")John Williams, Cincinnati Pops Orchestra, John Morris Russell
Jyn Erso & Hope Suite (From "Rogue One: A Star Wars Story")Michael Giacchino, Vocal Arts Ensemble, Cincinnati Pops Orchestra, John Morris Russell
The Imperial Suite (From "Rogue One: A Star Wars Story")Michael Giacchino, Cincinnati Pops Orchestra, John Morris Russell
Guardians of the Whills Suite (From "Rogue One: A Star Wars Story")Michael Giacchino, Vocal Arts Ensemble, Cincinnati Pops Orchestra, John Morris Russell
Theme (From "Galaxy Quest")David "Fathead" Newman, Cincinnati Pops Orchestra, John Morris Russell
Theme (From "Lost in Space") [1965 Version] [Arr. R. Pellett]John Williams, Cincinnati Pops Orchestra, John Morris Russell
Theme (From "Battlestar Gallactica") [Arr. R. Pellett]Stu Phillips, Cincinnati Pops Orchestra, John Morris Russell
Theme (From "Dr. Who") [Arr. R. Pellett]Ron Grainer, Cincinnati Pops Orchestra, John Morris Russell
Theme (From "Buck Rogers in the 25th Century") [Arr. R. Pellett]Stu Phillips, Cincinnati Pops Orchestra, John Morris Russell
Theme (From "Space 1999") [Arr. R. Pellett]Barry Gray, Cincinnati Pops Orchestra, John Morris Russell
Theme (From "Lost in Space") [1967 Version] [Arr. R. Pellett]John Williams, Cincinnati Pops Orchestra, John Morris Russell
VoyageMichael Giacchino, Cincinnati Pops Orchestra, John Morris Russell
Theme for Harp, Strings & Theremin (From "First Man")Justin Hurwitz, Darryl Kubian, Gillian Benet Sella, Cincinnati Pops Orchestra, John Morris Russell
The Planets, Op. 32, H. 125 (Excerpts): I. Mars, the Bringer of WarGustav Holst, Cincinnati Pops Orchestra, John Morris Russell
The Planets, Op. 32, H. 125 (Excerpts): II. Venus, the Bringer of Peace [With Narration "High Flight"]Gustav Holst, Kate Mulgrew, Cincinnati Pops Orchestra, John Morris Russell