Pre-Order: Con Orquesta [CD]
Swedish symphonic metal pioneers THERION made history once again in 2024 by performing live with a full orchestra, 17 years after their last monumental shows of this kind. Following their unforgettable appearances in Romania (2006) and Hungary (2007), the legendary outfit returned to the orchestral stage in spectacular fashion for their very first arena show, captivating a sold-out crowd of 11,000 at Mexico City Arena. Entitled Con Orquesta, this landmark performance will be immortalized as a precious chapter of the band’s legacy, set for release on January 30, 2026 via Napalm Records in various physical formats, including several strictly limited editions. After the two European experiences, THERION mastermind Christofer Johnsson was uncertain whether he would ever bring another orchestra live project back to life. In the end, his decision proved more than worthwhile. Together with the Orquesta Sinfónica Nacional de México, the band delivered an incomparable symphonic metal spectacle, enriching classics with new arrangements and expanding their sonic universe in grand, orchestral style. “In the past, our concept was more like THERION going classical, with the band and the symphonic orchestra meeting on an equal basis. Thus, we did a fully orchestral version of one song and it was divided almost 50/50 between playing THERION songs and classical excerpts being rearranged for band and orchestra”, reflects Johnsson. “This time, however, I wanted to take a different approach. I invited a renowned conductor and composer from Mexico to reinterpret our songs by adding new arrangements and expanding the originals with the orchestra. They also wrote some new intros and small interludes, making this a truly authentic Mexican interpretation of THERION live with orchestra.” The Con Orquesta setlist spans THERION’s illustrious career with 20 tracks in total, blending fan favorites, symphonic epics, and rare gems. As a bonus, it also features exclusive rehearsal material. From powerful classics like “The Blood of Kingu”, “To Mega Therion” and “The Rise of Sodom and Gomorrah” to emotional highlights such as “The Birth of Venus Illegitima”, “Siren of the Woods”, and “Lemuria”, the performance bridges eras of the band’s history. Unique inclusions like the Marie Laforêt cover “Mon Amour mon Ami” and Sylvie Vartan cover “La Maritza” showcase THERION’s genre-defying artistry, while the massive “Draconian Trilogy” and “Via Nocturna” unfold with new orchestral grandeur. Con Orquesta marks a celebration of the THERION universe proving once more why they remain the undisputed pioneers of symphonic metal. A must-have for every fan and collector!
Tracklist:
- The Blood of Kingu
- The Ruler of Tamag
- The Birth of Venus Illegitima
- Tuonela
- Twilight of the Gods
- Mon Amour mon Ami
- La Maritza
- Via Nocturna
- Asgård
- Draconian Trilogy
- Ginnungagap
- Ten Courts of Diyu
- Litany of the Fallen
- Siren of the Woods
- Son of the Staves of Time
- Lemuria
- Sitra Ahra
- Quetzalcoatl
- The Rise of Sodom and Gomorrah
- To Mega Therion
- Bonus Material Reheasal
UPC: 810185194070
Label: Napalm
Release Date: 1.30.26
Format: CD
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