
21 January 2015 · 12 YEARS
Distant Worlds III: More Music From Final Fantasy
Distant Worlds Philharmonic Orchestra
The Distant Worlds Philharmonic Orchestra delivers a formal symphonic performance of various Final Fantasy themes. The arrangements shift between the somber tone of the Hymn of the Fayth and the faster pacing found in Primal Judgment. Every track focuses on the complex layers of the original compositions by utilizing a full ensemble to recreate familiar melodies.
Technically precise production emphasizes the interplay between string sections and brass instruments. By removing the limitations of game hardware, the orchestra pushes these pieces into the realm of contemporary classical performance. This record functions as a formal representation of themes that rely on traditional orchestration to convey their specific narrative weight and mood.