Pete
Townshend will release Classic Quadrophenia, an orchestral reworking of The
Who’s classic 1973 album Quadrophenia. The album, set for release on June 9,
was orchestrated by Tonwnshend’s partner, composer and singer-songwriter Rachel
Fuller.
The
Classic Quadropehnia recording,—which was written for a symphony orchestra,
opera singer and choir—features Alfie Boe as Jimmy, Pete Townshend as The
Godfather, Billy Idol as Ace Face/Bell Boy and Phil Daniels (who played Jimmy
in the original Quadrophenia film) as Dad. Also featured on the release are the
London Oriana Choir with Choirmaster Dominic Peckham and the Royal Philharmonic
Orchestra, conducted by Robert Ziegler.
Classic
Quadrophenia will make its live debut on Sunday, July 5, when the Royal
Philharmonic and London Oriana Choir team up with Townshend, Idol, Boe and very
special guests for a performance at London’s historic Royal Albert Hall.
Classic
Quadrophenia will be available in standard and deluxe packages. The deluxe
edition will include the never-before-released documentary Quadrophenia: Can
You See The Real Me? which features interviews with all four original members
of The Who.
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