Symphonicities
Sting · 2010
60 min · 13 tracks · jazz · new wave · reggae
Orchestral arrangements breathe new life into Sting's classic hits, blending pop melodies with symphonic depth.
Why this album works
- Best for
- orchestral depth and richness long, immersive listening sessions emotional storytelling through music
- Context
- By the time 'Symphonicities' was released in 2010, Sting was already an established solo artist with a string of successful albums. This album marked a unique artistic venture for him as it transformed beloved tracks from his catalog into orchestral versions, showcasing his ability to reinterpret his music. It followed his previous studio album, 'If on a Winter's Night...', which focused on seasonal themes and further showcased his eclectic musical interests.
- If you like
- jazz, new wave, reggae
Symphonicities is an album by Sting, released in 2010. Orchestral arrangements breathe new life into Sting's classic hits, blending pop melodies with symphonic depth. This album is significant for reintroducing Sting's classics to a broader audience through orchestral arrangements, bringing them into concert halls worldwide. 'Symphonicities' received positive critical reception and charted well internationally, reflecting Sting's enduring appeal and versatility as an artist. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Symphonicities sound like?
Orchestral arrangements breathe new life into Sting's classic hits, blending pop melodies with symphonic depth. Rooted in jazz and new wave.
What makes Symphonicities by Sting notable?
This album is significant for reintroducing Sting's classics to a broader audience through orchestral arrangements, bringing them into concert halls worldwide. 'Symphonicities' received positive critical reception and charted well internationally, reflecting Sting's enduring appeal and versatility as an artist. By the time 'Symphonicities' was released in 2010, Sting was already an established solo artist with a string of successful albums. This album marked a unique artistic venture for him as it transformed beloved tracks from his catalog into orchestral versions, showcasing his ability to reinterpret his music. It followed his previous studio album, 'If on a Winter's Night...', which focused on seasonal themes and further showcased his eclectic musical interests.
Who is Symphonicities for?
Symphonicities works well if you're into orchestral depth and richness, long, immersive listening sessions and emotional storytelling through music.
How many songs are on Symphonicities?
Symphonicities has 13 tracks, running approximately 60 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Next to You 2:30
- 2 Englishman in New York Standout 4:23
- 3 Every Little Thing She Does Is Magic Standout 4:58
- 4 I Hung My Head 5:32
- 5 You Will Be My Ain True Love 3:44
- 6 Roxanne Standout 3:38
- 7 When We Dance 5:27
- 8 The End of the Game 6:09
- 9 I Burn for You 4:05
- 10 We Work the Black Seam 7:19
- 11 She's Too Good for Me 3:03
- 12 The Pirate's Bride 5:07
- 13 Straight to My Heart 4:08
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