African premiere of the Seven Symphonies
The Seven Symphonies concert in South Africa was a great success. The Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra performed under conductorship of Alexandra Arrieche in the Endler Hall, Stellenbosch.
A classical Tribute to beach boys music:
The Seven Symphonies
Containing 7 symphonies, lasting totally 77 minutes of instrumental music recorded by the Antwerp Philharmonic Orchestra, conducted by Alexandra Arrieche.
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About The Seven Symphonies
Rob van Weelde (idea, concept and musical design) and Roeland Jacobs (arranger, producer) joined forces in 2006 to start the WedgeView Studios. After numerous national and international productions and recording sessions in de USA, South Africa, Portugal, Spain, Belgium and The Netherlands, they got the idea for this album back in 2017. More than 4 years later they introduced this classical tribute to Beach Boys music, containing 7 symphonies, lasting totally 77 minutes of instrumental music recorded by the Antwerp Philharmonic Orchestra, conducted by Alexandra Arrieche. The recordings took place at the Galaxy Studios in Mol, Belgium during the first week of August 2021. Mixing was done by Patrick Lemmens (Belgium) and mastering by Darcy Proper (USA).This album is available on CD as well as vinyl (double LP format).
Top of the range is the limited production of a luxury box containing the double LP and several USB sticks with:- conductor’s (sheetmusic) parts of the music – the album in stereo as well as 3D quality and more. Subscribe to our newsletter (below on this page) to stay tuned a.o. on the releases off the limited box.
Testimonials
What people say
"Transformed into something disarmingly sublime"
Whatever plans the Beach Boys have to celebrate their 60th anniversary this year, they’ll have a hard time topping the Antwerp Philharmonic Orchestra’s new album The Seven Symphonies.
Dutch musician Roeland Jacobs has taken 33 BB melodies, grouped them into discreet symphonies and transformed them into something disarmingly sublime. And with a 60-piece orchestra replacing the Beach Boys’ legendary vocal harmonies, Wilson’s unique American visions reach new heights.
-Culture & Arts, by Arsinio Ortesa
"Ja, es ist wohl das beste, was es in dieser richtung je gab."
Translated: Yes, this is really the best that was ever made in this genre.
"Een prachtig gelaagd en magistraal orkestraal werk"
The album has enough to offer in terms of musical quality and hidden surprises. Rob van Weelde and Roeland Jacobs revive the past in a way that goes beyond obligatory engulf in nostalgia. Roeland rewrote the BB sound to a beautifully layered and superbe orchestral piece. Musical adventure and instumental playfulness guarantee a continuous bright sparkling.
-C. Cornell Evers, Reporters On Line
"Voor mij ademen de nieuwe symfonieën de sfeer uit van filmmuziek."
Translated: For me, the new symphonies evoke the atmosphere of film music.
-Gazet van Antwerpen
"This is crazy good"
I love classical music and you can truly hear the BB’s genius in this tribute. For anyone who loves classical music this is a MUST
"Jacobs turned it into his own masterful orchestral work"
In fact, the album is also a tribute to the brilliant compositions of Brian Wilson. Each track continues to surprise; with respect to the originals, Jacobs turned it into his own masterful orchestral work, which is performed superbly by the Antwerp Philharmonic Orchestra
-Rick van Boekel, Written in music
"Impressively beautiful"
The results are unparalleled. The lack of guitars and drums is being compensated by a touching mix of well known and lessor known songs of the band. The final 7th symphony consist of 7 Pet Sounds songs and is impressively beautiful
-Mania
"An extremely beautiful lecture of Beach Boys music"
The magnificent “Symphony Of The Little Bird” which is our preference (for the moment) and the presence of three titles of “That’s Why God Made The Radio” are beautifully highlighted. We are witnessing an extremely beautiful lecture of Beach Boys music in the light of the canons of classical music
"Das ist einfach wunderbar inszenierte musik."
1 hour 17 minutes of beautiful music, those who are not connoissers of Beach Boys or Brain Wilson will certainly be absolutely excited during a concert of this music. That is simply wonderfully staged music
"Het is erg bijzonder, werkelijk uniek."
Translated: It is very special, truly unique.
Afterglow
The Premiere
On 2nd June 2022 the World Premiere of the Seven Symphonies took place, when the Antwerp Philharmonic Orchestra performed the entire album live on stage in the Antwerp City Theatre, in front of a very pleasantly surprised and enthusiastic audience. The full concert was recorded by 12 camera’s and we will keep you informed where and when you may expect to see the result of this impressive production. Pictures: Jurjen Donkers
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News
7 Symphonies performed at -sold out- Washington Center for Performing Arts
On the 26th September, the Washington Center For The Performing Arts in Olympia (near Seattle) in rhe USA was completely sold out for the very succesful American premiere of the Seven Symphonies
A video message from Bruce Johnston!
Earlier today we received a video message from no other than Bruce Johnston.
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Live Performance
The Seven Symphonies LIVE! A classical tribute to Beach Boys music in concert, with the Antwerp Philharmonic Orchestra conducted by Alexandra Arrieche live at the Antwerpse Schouwburg. With arrangements by Roeland Jacobs.