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Artists: 
Joe Hisaishi, 
Royal Philharmonic Orchestra

The Boy and the Heron – Music from the Oscar® -Winning Studio Ghibli Film

Picture Disc Vinyl
€34,99

Release date: November 6, 2026

With *The Boy and the Heron – Symphonic Suite for Piano and Orchestra*, Joe Hisaishi presents a completely reimagined concert version of his award-winning score for Hayao Miyazaki’s Oscar-winning Studio Ghibli film *The Boy and the Heron*. The world premiere recording was made with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, with Hisaishi himself performing the solo piano part.

 

Rather than simply arranging the film score, Hisaishi developed an independent symphonic work for the concert hall. Familiar themes from the film appear in new orchestral forms and come together to form an atmospheric suite full of emotional depth. An impressive album by one of the most significant film composers of our time.

 

The limited Picture Disc is a truly unique item showcasing a gorgeous illustration directly on the record, making every listen a special occasion.

 

Tracklisting:

Side A

1. Ask me why (I)

2. Gray Heron

3. Memories

4. A Trap

5. Sanctuary ~ The Master of the Tomb

6. Ark

7. Warawara

8. Reincarnation

9. Rain of Fire

10. A Song of Prayer

Side B

1. The King’s Parade ~ Diversion

2. The Great Collapse

3. The Last Smile

4. Ask Me Why (II)

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