The ALAN Song, Lim Fantasy of Companionship for Piano and Orchestra Lim Cosmic Rhapsody, Fantasy, Symphony of Oceans 2021-03-26 | From the new album ‘Lim Fantasy of Companionship for Piano and Orchestra’, out now: http://smarturl.it/LimFantasyVisit Lim Fantasy online:limfantasy.comfacebook.comtwitter.com/limfantasy1instagram.com/fantasyofcompanionshipWatch the actual recording of the ALAN song, which forms track 3 of the Lim Fantasy of Companionship for Piano and Orchestra, with the London Symphony Orchestra conducted by Arthur Fagen, and Pianist Tedd Joselson, in Studio 1, Abbey Rd, Nov 2019.#abbeyroad #abbeyroadstudios #fantasyofcompanionship #limfantasy #londonsymphonyorchestra #londonvoices
Cosmic Rhapsody_ Workshop on Climate Change and Animation Film Making Lim Cosmic Rhapsody, Fantasy, Symphony of Oceans 2024-10-10 | The makers of an animated feature universe are organizing a workshop during the World Space Week 2024. In the workshop the artists, designers and animators will demonstrate the process of making.
A Cosmic Rhapsody Teaser in celebration of World Space Week 2024, themed on Space and Climate Change Lim Cosmic Rhapsody, Fantasy, Symphony of Oceans 2024-10-09 | Here is an animated musical teaser from the Cosmic Rhapsody, a participant in this year's World Space Week, , themed on Space and Climate Change, 2024.
Churchill College, University of Cambridge Alumni Dinner Speech 28th September 2024 Lim Cosmic Rhapsody, Fantasy, Symphony of Oceans 2024-10-05 | Here is an Alumni Dinner speech at Churchill College, Cambridge, delivered by Alumna Susan Lim (G85), on the occasion of the Annual Alumni Association Weekend at the University of Cambridge, 28th September 2024
The ALAN team summer retreat filming a music video for Symphony of the Oceans music, Cannes 2024 Lim Cosmic Rhapsody, Fantasy, Symphony of Oceans 2024-09-11 | The French members of the ALAN team gather for their summer retreat in Cannes, and a recording of a music video for ALAN III, Symphony of the Oceans, Aug 2024
ALAN team &guest Yogis recording OM, Day 1, Session I, Symphony of the Oceans, Abbey Rd Studios Lim Cosmic Rhapsody, Fantasy, Symphony of Oceans 2024-09-11 | The ALAN team is joined by guest Yogis from the Air Shala group, Yoga Union Bali, and teacher Laila Farouk online, for the opening of ALAN III, Symphony of the Oceans, with the primordial sound, OM.
ALAN team arrives at Abbey Rd Studios for the recording of ALAN III - Symphony of the Oceans, Apr 24 Lim Cosmic Rhapsody, Fantasy, Symphony of Oceans 2024-09-11 | The ALAN team arrives at Abbey Rd Studios for the recording of ALAN III - Symphony of the Oceans, session 1, in Studio 3, from 29th Apr - 8 May 2024
Off to College Lyrics Video Lim Cosmic Rhapsody, Fantasy, Symphony of Oceans 2024-08-22 | Sing along to this joyful music video 'Off to College' , composed by two students Ron J Danziger and Christina Teenz Tan, during their undergraduate years at the University of Melbourne. This song was arranged by Matthieu Eymard for the album ALAN's Fantasy, released in 2022, and animated by Samudra Kajal Saikia to a fictional tale of a companionship between human and inanimate, created by Susan Lim and Christina Teenz Tan. This was sung by Mathilde Lompret and accompanied by musicians of the ALAN team, Manu Martin, Jerome Buigues, Michele Drees and Frederic Riviere.
Lim Fantasy of Companionship Suite for Piano Flute & Strings Octet, St Giles Cripplegate, June 2024 Lim Cosmic Rhapsody, Fantasy, Symphony of Oceans 2024-07-30 | Here is the live recording of the World Premiere, Lim Fantasy of Companionship Suite for Piano, Flute and Strings Octet, at the St Giles Cripplegate, London on 11th June 2024. Composed by Manu Martin to a storyline created by Christina Teenz Tan and Susan Lim, this performance featuring esteemed pianist Mark Bebbington and musicians from the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra. This formed part of a concert series "Summer Music in City Churches" organised by Ian Maclay and Jenny Robinson of Kestrel Music. The music was released on Signum Classics in April 2024. Do enjoy this recording !
Welcoming pianist Jean-Yves Thibaudet, and Royal Philharmonic Orchestra conducted by Robert Ziegler Lim Cosmic Rhapsody, Fantasy, Symphony of Oceans 2024-07-25 | ...
Watch the recording of the enchanting Timeless by pianist Mark Bebbington at St Johns Smith Square Lim Cosmic Rhapsody, Fantasy, Symphony of Oceans 2024-06-04 | Watch the original recording of the enchanting 'Timeless', composed by Ron J Danziger and arranged by Manu Martin, in a chamber suite version for a new album 'Lim Fantasy of Companionship Suite for Piano Flute and Strings'. This was recorded by renowned British pianist Mark Bebbington, and musicians of the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra at the St Johns Smith Square Concert Hall in September 2023. The storyline that underlies the music, is a contemporary tribute to a companionship between human and an AI-enabled inanimate, ALAN, seen through the eyes of the inanimate.
Chamber Suite- Teleportation in the Lim Fantasy of Companionship Suite for Piano Flute and Strings Lim Cosmic Rhapsody, Fantasy, Symphony of Oceans 2024-05-30 | Here is an emotional and intimate version of Teleportation, originally recorded with a full orchestra and choir, now in a chamber suite version for piano flute and strings. Each instrument portrays a voice in the journey of companionship and connection. Here the flute is the musical embodiment of the AI companion. As it weaves its melodies, it creates a distinct presence that resonates throughout the composition, reminding us of the AI companion's influence and significance.The strings represent the public at large, reflecting the collective emotions of society, and provide a solid foundation for the narrative, supporting and enhancing the flute's role as the AI companion.The piano takes on the role of narrator, weaves the story together, seamlessly bridging the different voices and emotions present in the suite. This chamber suite version of Teleportation is a testament to the power of intimacy and the impact that a small ensemble can have on conveying emotions and storytelling. The message conveyed in this chamber suite version, is simple, poignant, and included in this original recording by pianist Mark Bebbington and musicians of the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra at the St Johns Smith Square Concert Hall, September 2023. Both the orchestral and chamber suite versions of Teleportation in the Lim Fantasy of Companionship are available on streaming platforms.
Lim Fantasy of Companionship Suite for Piano Flute and Strings - sizzle reel 2024 Lim Cosmic Rhapsody, Fantasy, Symphony of Oceans 2024-04-25 | Here is the sizzle reel of the recording of a chamber suite version of the Lim Fantasy of Companionship for Piano and Orchestra (LimFantasy) at the St Johns Smith Square Concert Hall, 8th September 2023. Recorded with eminent British pianist Mark Bebbington, flautist Emer McDonough and an Octet of Strings which includes cellist Richard Harwood, and first violin Duncan Riddel of the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, , the piece is appropriately titled 'Lim Fantasy of Companionship Suite for Piano, flute and Strings. Composed by Manu Martin, the Suite is 13 min , centred on the midsection of the 33 min orchestral LimFantasy, and includes two well known tracks, Timeless and Teleportation, in a chamber suite version.
A Celebration of Great Artists in ALANs Universe - Trailer Lim Cosmic Rhapsody, Fantasy, Symphony of Oceans 2024-04-05 | The animated short film, 'A Fantasy of Companionship between Human and Inanimate" references and celebrates great artists throughout the storyline. Here is some footage of these tributes to great artists, by animation artist Samudra Kajal Saikia, to music of the lim Fantasy of Companionship for Piano and Orchestra, composed by Manu Martin.
Be uplifted by lyrical pianist Tedd Joselson as he records Life on the Shelf alongside the LSO. Lim Cosmic Rhapsody, Fantasy, Symphony of Oceans 2024-03-01 | Be inspired and uplifted as the lyrical pianist Tedd Joselson breathes life into Ron J Danziger's original composition "Life on the Shelf", orchestrated by Manu Martin, and recorded alongside the London Symphony Orchestra (LSO) in the legendary studio one, Abbey Rd Studios.
Creators personal journey, a yoga reboot, ahead of a busy recording year at Abbey Rd for ALAN III Lim Cosmic Rhapsody, Fantasy, Symphony of Oceans 2024-02-19 | Join me on a creator's reboot to kick off the year 2024. Ahead of a busy recording schedule for ALAN III, I decided to hit the refresh button and dive into a rigorous 200-hour yoga training course, all thanks to an invitation from Stephanie Tan, youngest child and creative adviser on the ALAN team. This experience has revitalized, and connected me on a deeper level spiritually, philosophically, and physically. If you're curious to join me on this transformative journey, here's a video to give you a glimpse. Let's embrace the journey together ! And then we will dive deep into a Symphony of the Oceans for ALAN's next adventure !
Grandfinale, recording of Lim Fantasy of Companionship for Piano and Orchestra at Abbey Rd Studios Lim Cosmic Rhapsody, Fantasy, Symphony of Oceans 2024-02-08 | Never before seen footage of the recording finale of Manu Martin's "Lim Fantasy of Companionship for Piano and Orchestra" by pianist Tedd Joselson and the London Symphony Orchestra at Abbey Rd Studios, sharing moments of joy at the conclusion of the recording in November 2019. This music was released on Signum Classics in April 2021, and available on YouTube music, Spotify and other streaming platforms
Live Recording, UK Premiere, Lim Fantasy of Companionship for Piano and Orchestra by the RPO Lim Cosmic Rhapsody, Fantasy, Symphony of Oceans 2023-12-03 | Watch this live recording of the UK premiere , Lim Fantasy of Companionship for Piano and Orchestra (LimFantasy), presented and performed by the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra conducted by Robert Ziegler, feat.pianist Mark Bebbington, the London Voices, singing from the balconies, and joined by the ALAN team musicians Jerome Buigues and Frederic Riviere on two tracks, New World Order and Teleportation, with Matthieu Eymard coming on as solo voice representing ALAN on the last track Teleportation.This recording has the titles of each of the 21 tracks of the LimFantasy inserted ; do enjoy these live orchestral views from a different camera set mounted at the Cadogan Hall that evening 5th July 2023. On this special occasion, the entire ALAN team comprising Composer Orchestrator and Arranger Manu Martin, creators Christina Teenz Tan and Susan Lim (intro speech), composers of songs Joi Barua Ron J Danziger Matthieu Eymard (also solo voice of ALAN) , Executive producer Deepak Sharma, Recording Producer Adrian Peacock, Sound Engineer Chris Bolster, Media representative Karen Pitchford, conductor of the World Premiere of the LimFantasy Alvin Arumugam, assistants Jonathan Koh, Cathy Fechoz and Olivier Fabre, and musician colleagues Nicholas Ho, Enyonam Gbesemete, and director of the original ALAN stage Read at UCLA Theatre Brian Kite, as well as DJ Ritu from a World in London, were among the many friends and families present together with a truly wonderful audience in a sold out concert. Thank you everyone for this memory of a lifetime for the entire ALAN team.
Life on the Shelf Music Video Trailer Lim Cosmic Rhapsody, Fantasy, Symphony of Oceans 2023-11-14 | Watch the music video 'Life on the Shelf' which delves into the enchanting world of inanimate plushies who serve as loyal companions to a child. In a whimsical twist, this film takes a unique approach by portraying humans playfully acting out the lives of the inanimate plushies on the shelf, showcasing their interactions, emotions, and their own unique personalities and quirks, bringing to life the adventures of these beloved toys. Through the humans' performances, we witness the plushies' secret lives unfold as they come to life, forming a close-knit community of friends who support and care for one another, as they navigate the ups and downs of life on the shelf. Their shared laughter, and comforting presence, reminding us of the unbreakable bond that forms between a child and their toys, igniting a sense of nostalgia and reminding us of the special bond we share with our treasured toys, who are not just objects but true companions in our lives.Life on the Shelf was filmed with members of the ALAN team at the seaside resort of Cannes, courtesy of the hotel Barriere Majestic, Cannes. It is based on the song 'Life on the Shelf' composed by Ron J Danziger, lyrics Christina Teenz Tan, vocals and main actor Matthieu Eymard, starring as ALAN the inanimate.Grateful thanks to all who participated and helped with the production, and to videographer Enrick Video.
Listen to the sound of trumpets, greeting the brilliant Boy Scientist at Abbey Road Studios Lim Cosmic Rhapsody, Fantasy, Symphony of Oceans 2023-11-13 | Make a wish , imagine standing outside the iconic Abbey Road Studios. As the doors swing open, a symphony of trumpets fills the air, capturing the essence of excitement and anticipation. It's a grand welcome, a musical fanfare, heralding the arrival of the brilliant Boy Scientist. The combination of the majestic trumpets and the historic setting creates a truly awe-inspiring moment, one that resonates with artistic brilliance and creative energy of composer Ron J Danziger, orchestrator Manu MARTIN, pianist Tedd Joselson, and musicians of the London Symphony Orchestra conducted by Arthur Fagen.Watch the full performance on this channel, in the playlist 'Orchestral Clips of the Lim Fantasy Recording at Abbey Rd Studios'.
The explosive Teleportation catapults to a climactic finale for the Lim Fantasy of Companionship Lim Cosmic Rhapsody, Fantasy, Symphony of Oceans 2023-10-19 | Enter Studio One, Abbey Rd Studios for the recording of the Lim Fantasy of Companionship for Piano and Orchestra, Nov 2019, by pianist Tedd Joselson and the London Symphony Orchestra conducted by Arthur Fagen, and watch this exhilarating finale with the performance of the climactic Teleportation, which musically symbolises the eternal quantum entanglement of two souls.
Teleportation presentation, cine concert, INK talk Bangalore 2023, in the session Technology & AI Lim Cosmic Rhapsody, Fantasy, Symphony of Oceans 2023-09-25 | Watch this Indian premiere of Teleportation, in an INK talk by creator and lyricist Susan Lim, and mini cine concert performed in the Nandi Hills, based on a Fantasy of Companionship between Human and Inanimate, with animation by Samudra Kajal Saikia, and an inanimate's soulful plea for teleportation, where the composer Joi Barua, sings his song.This was presented in a session Technology and AI, introduced by INK talks founder Lakshmi Pratury, at FutureVerse, Bangalore 2023.
Summer for the ALAN team, 2023 Lim Cosmic Rhapsody, Fantasy, Symphony of Oceans 2023-09-14 | What a summer for the ALAN team♥️, with incredible wins, starting May17th at the Cannes 7th Art Awards June 16th Cannes World Film Festival, a UK Premiere Lim Fantasy of Companionship for Piano and Orchestra at Cadogan Hall London, Summer reunion in Cannes Carlton Cannes, Cheval Blanc St-Tropez St Tropez, with many pics and vid clips of our fun times together, capped with a recording of a brand new arrangement and orchestration by Manu Martin 'Lim Fantasy of Companionship Suite for Piano Flute and Strings' recorded with Mark Bebbington and musicians of the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra in London, 8th Sep 2023, thank you to our amazing ALAN team and families , next stop in the Autumn , Bangalore India with Joi Barua Samudra Kajal Saikia for a presentation and mini -cineconcert 'Teleportation'.
UK Premiere, Lim Fantasy of Companionship for Piano and Orchestra - Official Video, 5th July 2023 Lim Cosmic Rhapsody, Fantasy, Symphony of Oceans 2023-07-29 | The UK Premiere of the Lim Fantasy of Companionship for Piano and Orchestra (Lim Fantasy) was presented by the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra conducted by Robert Ziegler, at the Cadogan Hall, London, 5th July 2023, featuring Mark Bebbington on piano, London Voices directed by Ben Parry, solo voice Matthieu Eymard, and musicians of the Fantasy team, Jerome Buigues on electric guitar and Frederic Riviere, bass. We are most grateful to the organisers and staff of the Cadogan Hall, and the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, for this truly momentous occasion, in a charming and historic setting, to a full house with a wonderful audience in attendance. We were proud to have our full musical Fantasy team present, helmed by Composer Orchestrator and Arranger Manu MARTIN, and including composers of songs of the Fantasy Joi Barua and Ron J Danziger, creators Susan Lim and Christina Teenz Tan, and Executive Producer of the Lim Fantasy, Deepak Sharma, along with the rest of our team including Animation Director Samudra Kajal Saikia, , friends and our families. We are especially grateful to the musicians of the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, led by Robert Ziegler, who distinguished themselves for our special occasion, and to the beautiful London Voices led by Ben Parry, who had originally recorded with us at Abbey Rd Studios back in November 2019.The Lim Fantasy of Companionship for Piano and Orchestra was released on Signum Records 23rd April 2021.
Life of a song -Teleportation , in the Lim Fantasy of Companionship for Piano and Orchestra Lim Cosmic Rhapsody, Fantasy, Symphony of Oceans 2023-07-11 | Here it is, the beginnings and evolution of our song Teleportation, brilliantly composed in 2017 by Joi Barua to quantum physics-inspired lyrics by Susan Lim , recorded in Abbey Road Studio 3 in 2018, epic orchestration by Manu Martin in 2018, recorded in studio one with pianist Tedd Joselson, London Symphony Orchestra conducted by Arthur Fagen , and #LondonVoices in Nov 2019, released on Signum Records 23rd April 2021, the World Premiere performed at the Esplanade Concert Hall Singapore, presented by Musicians' Initiative conducted by Alvin Seville Arumugam and #Symphonia Choralis 8th June 2022, and the UK Premiere presented by the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra Robert Ziegler - Conductor feat. pianist Mark Bebbington #LONDONVOICES at Cadogan Hall 5th July 2023; all through, recorded and performed together with members of the ALAN team Jerome Buigues electric guitar, Frederic Riviere bass Michele Drees drums (for recording) and solo voice Matthieu Eymard bringing the Lim Fantasy of Companionship for Piano and Orchestra to a riveting climax, a tribute to the entire ALAN team and alumni, audiences and supporters all around the world🎶🎉♥️
Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, in rehearsal, at Henry Wood Hall, for the UK Premiere, Lim Fantasy Lim Cosmic Rhapsody, Fantasy, Symphony of Oceans 2023-07-11 | Watch the rehearsal of 'Boy Scientist' in Lim Fantasy of Companionship for Piano and Orchestra, composed by Ron J Danziger, Manu MARTIN, performed by Mark Bebbington and the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra at the Henry Wood Hall, London, ahead of its UK Premiere, 5th July 2023.
Musical celebration of Quantum Entanglement in an Evening of Rhapsody Romance & Fantasy in London. Lim Cosmic Rhapsody, Fantasy, Symphony of Oceans 2023-07-11 | Here is the climax of the Lim Fantasy of Companionship for Piano and Orchestra, performed by the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, feat. pianist Mark Bebbington, solo voice Matthieu Eymard, London Voices, and ALAN team musicians, Jerome Buigues electric guitar, Frederic Riviere bass, celebrating the phenomenon of quantum entanglement in this fictional 'Fantasy of Companionship between Human and Inanimate'. This performance marked the UK Premiere of the Lim Fantasy of Companionship for Piano and Orchestra presented by the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra at the Cadogan Hall, London, in an evening of Rhapsody Romance and Fantasy, in a program which included Bernstein's On the Town: Three Dance Episodes, and Gershwin's Rhapsody in Blue and An American in Paris.
The climax of Lim Fantasy of Companionship for Piano and Orchestra, presented by RPO, Cadogan Hall. Lim Cosmic Rhapsody, Fantasy, Symphony of Oceans 2023-07-08 | Here is the climax of the Lim Fantasy of Companionship for Piano and Orchestra, presented by the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, conducted by Robert Ziegler, and performed by pianist Mark Bebbington, solo voice Matthieu Eymard, the London Voices, on guitar, Jerome Buigues, Frederic Riviere, on the occasion of its UK Premiere at the Cadogan Hall, 5th July 2023. Thank you to our audience, supporters and followers for a sold out concert, an Evening of Rhapsody Romance and Fantasy, which also featured Gershwin's Rhapsody in Blue , American in Paris, and Bernstein's On the Town:three Dance Episodes in the program.
Intro to UK Premiere, Lim Fantasy of Companionship for Piano and Orchestra, presented by RPO, 5 july Lim Cosmic Rhapsody, Fantasy, Symphony of Oceans 2023-07-08 | Here is the Introduction by co-creator Susan Lim, to the UK Premiere of Manu Martin's Lim Fantasy of Companionship for Piano and Orchestra, presented by the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, feat. pianist Mark Bebbington and the London Voices at Cadogan Hall, 5th July 2023.
Rehearsal with Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Mark Bebbington on the eve of UK Premiere, Lim Fantasy Lim Cosmic Rhapsody, Fantasy, Symphony of Oceans 2023-07-05 | Rehearsal clip from the Henry Wood Hall, on the eve of the UK Premiere of the Lim Fantasy of Companionship for Piano and Orchestra 5th July 2023, presented by the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra conducted by Robert Ziegler, feat. pianist Mark Bebbington, the London Voices and members of the ALAN team, Jerome Buigues, Frederic Riviere, Matthieu Eymard, here is a brief welcome by creator susan Lim, christina teenz Tan and composer Manu Martinand, followed by an Overture, Lim Fantasy.
In conversation with Jumoke Fashola, BBC Radio London with Susan Lim, on the UK Premiere Lim Fantasy Lim Cosmic Rhapsody, Fantasy, Symphony of Oceans 2023-07-02 | Ahead of the UK Premiere of the Lim Fantasy of Companionship for Piano and Orchestra at Cadogan Hall, 5th July 2023, here is the creator Susan Lim, in conversation with Jumoke Fashola on the BBC London 'Inspirit' Sunday morning Breakfast show sharing her perspectives.
In conversation with DJ Ritu on A World in London - Fantasy series 2023 - in Abbey Rd post covid Lim Cosmic Rhapsody, Fantasy, Symphony of Oceans 2023-06-29 | Tune in to this special Fantasy series - A World in London, hosted by DJ Ritu, in conversation with creator Susan Lim. This sequel recounts the return to Abbey Rd Studios post covid, for the ALAN team; the program being aired ahead of the UK Premiere of the Lim Fantasy of Companionship for Piano and Orchestra, to be presented by the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra at Cadogan Hall, 5th July 2023.
In conversation with DJRitu MBE on A World in London - Fantasy series, on animation film awards. Lim Cosmic Rhapsody, Fantasy, Symphony of Oceans 2023-06-28 | This Fantasy Series in 'A World in London' hosted by DJ Ritu, reveals the team behind the award-winning animations based on the soundtrack of the Lim Fantasy of Companionship for Piano and Orchestra, the most recent win -'Best Family / Children' film at the Annual Cannes World Film Festival 2023.
Why write a book when you can write lyrics, and why not have the lyrics sung and played as music ! Lim Cosmic Rhapsody, Fantasy, Symphony of Oceans 2023-06-28 | The beginnings of the Lim Fantasy of Companionship for Piano and Orchestra from the creator - why write a book about companionship between human and inanimate, when you can write lyrics, and why not have the lyrics sung and played as music, so that the message may reach every corner of planet earth... listen to this interview with host DJRitu in a World in London, special Fantasy series, 2023.
A World in London 2023, a special Fantasy Series by DJ Ritu, this second part feat.Tedd Joselson. Lim Cosmic Rhapsody, Fantasy, Symphony of Oceans 2023-06-28 | DJ Ritu hosts a special 'Fantasy Series' on 'A World in London' 2023, with members of the Fantasy team, ahead of the UK Premiere of the Lim Fantasy of Companionship for Piano and Orchestra at Cadogan Hall 5th July 2023; this part 2 features pianist Tedd Joselson and the London Symphony Orchestra conducted by Arthur Fagen, who recorded at Abbey Rd Studios in Nov 2019.
DJRitu in conversation in A World in London, with the creator of the Lim Fantasy of Companionship Lim Cosmic Rhapsody, Fantasy, Symphony of Oceans 2023-06-27 | Here is the first in a special 'Fantasy series' hosted by DJ Ritu, in conversation with members of the ALAN team, ahead of the debut of the 'Lim Fantasy of Companionship for Piano and Orchestra' to be presented by the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra at the Cadogan Hall, 5th July 2023.Listen to how the Lim Fantasy began, from the creators, composers and musicians in this series.
A special Fantasy series hosted by DJ Ritu, in conversation with the team behind the Lim Fantasy Lim Cosmic Rhapsody, Fantasy, Symphony of Oceans 2023-06-26 | Here is the first in a special 'Fantasy series' hosted by DJ Ritu, in conversation with members of the ALAN team, ahead of the debut of the 'Lim Fantasy of Companionship for Piano and Orchestra' to be presented by the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra at the Cadogan Hall, 5th July 2023.Listen to how the Lim Fantasy began, from the creators, composers and musicians in this series.
DJ Ritu and Susan Lim in conversation - A World in London, Lim Fantasy Special, 14th June 2023 Lim Cosmic Rhapsody, Fantasy, Symphony of Oceans 2023-06-26 | Ahead of the UK Premiere of the Lim Fantasy of Companionship for Piano and Orchestra , 5th July 2023, DJ Ritu interviews the creator of the Lim Fantasy, Susan Lim, on 'A World in London - Fantasy Special', the first of a series of conversations with the team behind the music.
Best Family / Children Film, Annual Cannes World Film Festival 2023 Lim Cosmic Rhapsody, Fantasy, Symphony of Oceans 2023-06-21 | The animated film 'A Fantasy of Companionship between Human and Inanimate' has won 'Best Family / Children Film ' at the Annual Cannes World Film Festival 2023. This was also a World Premiere for the film, and the accompanying companion soundtrack 'La Fantaisie d'ALAN' released on Signum Records 2022. The screening, award ceremony, and Gala event was held at the amazing Cineum theatre, Cannes, attended by members of the ALAN team and friends on 16th June 2023.
Best Family / Children Film at Cannes World Film Festival 2023 - go behind the scenes with team ALAN Lim Cosmic Rhapsody, Fantasy, Symphony of Oceans 2023-06-20 | The animated film 'A Fantasy of Companionship between Human and Inanimate' has won the award ' Best Family / Children Film ' at the Annual Cannes World Film Festival 2023. Go behind the scenes and join the ALAN team family and friends on their journey to Cannes, from near and from far, to attend and support the film, and ...bring home the gorgeous trophy on behalf of the entire team, including Animation director Samudra Kajal Saikia, co-creators Susan Lim, Christina Teenz Tan, co-producers Manu Martin, Adrian Peacock, Composer Orchestrator and Arranger Manu Martin, song composers Joi Barua, Ron J Danziger, Matthieu Eymard, Musicians Tedd Joselson, the London Symphony Orchestra, Arthur Fagen, JEROME BUIGUES, Frederic Riviere, Michele Drees, Alfa Sackey, Sound engineers Stephane Reichart, Stefano Civetta, Narrator Adrian Peacock, Narrative co-creators Thomas Z Shepard, Susan lim, ALAN friends who travelled from London and Italy to support our film, including conductor Alvin Arumugam, Ella and Caroline Winter, immense gratitude to all our supporters !
Go behind the scenes for A Fantasy of Companionship between Human & Inanimate, premiering in Cannes Lim Cosmic Rhapsody, Fantasy, Symphony of Oceans 2023-06-13 | A day in the life of ALAN and the inanimates, in their 'Life on the Shelf', as they live side by side with their human companions. Their story inspired "A Fantasy of Companionship between Humans and Inanimates' set to have its world premiere at the Cannes World Film Festival, in the Cineum Cannes 16 June 2023.
First anniversary of the World Premiere , Lim Fantasy of Companionship for Piano and Orchestra Lim Cosmic Rhapsody, Fantasy, Symphony of Oceans 2023-06-08 | It’s exactly one year to date , when the Musicians’ Initiative presented the World Premiere of the Lim Fantasy of Companionship for Piano and Orchestra @LimRhapsodyFantasySymphony at the Esplanade Concert Hall , singapore , performed by pianist Tedd Joselson , the MusiciansInitiative orchestra and symphonia choralis choir conducted by Alvin Arumugam , and members of the ALAN team . Most grateful thanks to our amazing audience 🙏🎶🙏
Trailer - A Fantasy of Companionship between Human and Inanimate- May 2023 French Subtitles Lim Cosmic Rhapsody, Fantasy, Symphony of Oceans 2023-06-06 | Watch the trailer to the 36:44 min 'A Fantasy of Companionship between Human and Inanimate' , based on the soundtrack of the Lim Fantasy of Companionship for Piano and Orchestra (Lim Fantasy), and the music 'La Fantaisie d'ALAN' , the orchestrated theme song for ALAN the Inanimate. This film has been completed just ahead of the UK Premiere of the Lim Fantasy at the Cadogan Hall, London, 5th July 2023.
Terry Edwards Memorial Sunday 28th May 2023, and a tribute from the ALAN team. Lim Cosmic Rhapsody, Fantasy, Symphony of Oceans 2023-05-28 | This 28th May weekend, we celebrate the life of renowned choral conductor, Terry Edwards (1939-2022), founder of London Voices, for his powerful and significant contribution to the recording of the Lim Fantasy of Companionship for Piano and Orchestra at Abbey Rd Studios, November 2019.We have been humbled to be in the presence and to work alongside Terry, who conducted the choral sections for “Star Wars,” all three of “The Lord of the Rings” soundtracks, the “Harry Potter” franchise, “Hunger Games,” and “Grand Budapest Hotel,” which won an Oscar for Best Soundtrack.Terry's presence, his charisma, leadership and sense of humour steered the ALAN team on their maiden recording session with the London Voices, conducted by Ben Parry. On behalf of the entire ALAN team, we join in spirit, the Memorial service this Sunday 28th May 2023, in Haileybury, Hertford, organised by Ben Parry and Terry's widow Judy Rees, to celebrate the life of Terry Edwards. Thank you Terry.
Tribute to the team behind the recording of Lim Fantasy of Companionship for Piano and Orchestra. Lim Cosmic Rhapsody, Fantasy, Symphony of Oceans 2023-05-27 | We celebrate the original team who recorded the Lim Fantasy of Companionship for Piano and Orchestra (Lim Fantasy) at Abbey Rd Studios in Nov 2019. Much gratitude goes to pianist Tedd Joselson who came out of retirement to record the Lim Fantasy, Arthur Fagen who led the London Symphony Orchestra, Ben Parry and the late Terry Edwards who led the London Voices, and all musicians and singers from the London Symphony Orchestra and LondonVoices for their contribution, together with members of the Fantasy team, Jerome Buigues, Michele Drees, Frederic Riviere, Alfa Sackey and solo voice Matthieu Eymard. This inaugural recording lives on in the album released on Signum records in April 2021. Since then, the Lim Fantasy has had its World Premiere at the Esplanade Concert Hall 8th June 2022, presented by the Musicians' Initiative, conducted by Alvin Arumugam, feat. Tedd Joselson on piano, the Symphony Choralis, and Fantasy team of Jerome Buigues electric guitar, Frederic Riviere bass, and Matthieu Eymard solo voice. Next up is the UK premiere to be presented by the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra conducted by Robert Ziegler, featuring pianist Mark Bebbington, the London Voices, and Fantasy team of Jerome Buigues electric guitar, Frederic Riviere bass, and Matthieu Eymard solo voice, in London, 5th July 2023.
Join Producer Adrian Peacock and team at the UK Premiere of the Lim Fantasy at Cadogan Hall, 5July23 Lim Cosmic Rhapsody, Fantasy, Symphony of Oceans 2023-05-27 | From Abbey Road Studio One, into the Cadogan Hall, The Lim Fantasy of Companionship for Piano and Orchestra returns to London to premiere before a UK audience, 5th July 2023, in an evening of Rhapsody, Romance and Fantasy, presented by the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, conducted by Robert Ziegler. The performance features pianist Mark Bebbington, the London Voices conducted by Ben Parry, and the ALAN team of musicians - Jerome Buigues on electric guitar, Frederic Riviere bass, and Matthieu Eymard as solo voice representing ALAN the Inanimate.
The animated short Fantasy of Companionship wins Best Composer at the Cannes 7th Art Awards 2023. Lim Cosmic Rhapsody, Fantasy, Symphony of Oceans 2023-05-19 | The animated short film, 'Fantasy of Companionship between Human and Inanimate', wins best Composer, best Soundtrack, at the Cannes 7th Art Awards 2023. The trophies were presented on 17th May at the Palais des Festivals, and received by members of ALAN's Fantasy team, Matthieu Eymard (lead singer), Frederic Riviere (bass) and JeanLuc Verans (drummer), on behalf of the entire Fantasy team. We thank the organisers for this lovely event, and our audiences around the world for their support .
Celebrating some spring madness on the last ski day in Courchevel with the ALAN Song Lim Cosmic Rhapsody, Fantasy, Symphony of Oceans 2023-05-10 | Whatever the celebration for the ALAN team, the ALAN Song finds its way in, a great energiser, mood booster, fun song, to celebrate in this instance, some spring madness on the last day of skiing in the fabulous ski resort of Courchevel.
Timeless in the Metaverse wins Best Children Short at the IndieX Film Fest Annual Awards 2023 Lim Cosmic Rhapsody, Fantasy, Symphony of Oceans 2023-05-07 | The Indie X Film Fest Annual Awards 2023 was held last evening 6 May at the Regal Cinemas Los Angeles. Films were shortlisted from the pool of nominees and awards winners of 12 monthly rounds, between December 2021 and December 2022, chosen from 2.331 submissions from 58 countries overall.We are so pleased to share that Timeless in the Metaverse won the Best Childrens Short. It is based on the song Timeless, in the album ALAN's Fantasy, composed by Ron J Danziger to lyrics by Christina Teenz Tan. It is about an endearing companionship between a child and its plush inanimate toy, the story created by Susan Lim and Christina Teenz Tan, and animated by Samudra Kajal Saikia. Manu Martin composed an orchestral version of Timeless which was recorded at Abbey Rd Studios with pianist Tedd Joselson and the London Symphony Orchestra for the album Lim Fantasy of Companionship for Piano and Orchestra, released on Signum records in 2021.
Teleportation, performed live at the Cheval Blanc, Courchevel, Spring 2023. Lim Cosmic Rhapsody, Fantasy, Symphony of Oceans 2023-04-28 | Go behind the scenes for a live performance of Teleportation by lead singer Matthieu Eymard and the ALAN team, in the spring 2023. This song was composed by Joi Barua to lyrics by susan Lim, and orchestrated by Manu MARTIN as the climax and finale of the Lim Fantasy of Companionship for Piano and Orchestra.It will premiere in London at the Cadogan Hall this 5th July, presented by the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra in an evening of Rhapsody Romance and Fantasy.
24 Consecutive Days skiing Courchevel in the Spring 2023 Lim Cosmic Rhapsody, Fantasy, Symphony of Oceans 2023-04-22 | 24 consecutive days skiing Courchevel in the Spring 12 Mar-5 Apr 2023, in all conditions, snowfall, rain, haze, glorious sunshine, and on powder, ice, sludge, descending close to 500 km of pistes and 54,400 meters of elevation according to the ski tracks app, amazing moments captured on the iPhone !
