THE SPIRIT OF SURIYOTHAI

Original sound track from Thai motion picture The spirit of Suriyothai. Suriyothai was queen during the early part of the reign of King Maha Chakkraphat (2091 to 2106 Buddhist Era, with another reign from 2111 to 2112 B.E.). As was the custom at the time, King Maha Chakkraphat led his troops in the defense of the city from atop his war elephant. Even though women were not permitted to take part in battle, Queen Suriyothai was so concerned for her husband that she disguised herself as a man and rode into battle on her own elephant.

During the battle with Burmese troops, King Maha Chakkraphat's elephant collapsed from wounds and he was in danger of being killed. Queen Suriyothai rode her elephant to protect her husband and was killed by a scythe.



In 2001, a Thai movie about her life, The Legend of Suriyothai, was released. The film was directed by M.C. Chatrichalerm Yukol of the Thai Royal Family and financed by Queen Sirikit


Artists:
HUCKY & HARVEY on "Now & Forever, Suriyothai"
Budapest Film Orchestra
Khlui & Bamboo Flutes played by Richard Harvey
THE GOR PHAI Traditional Thai Instrumental Orchestra
Directed by Prof. Anant Nakhorn

Famous British film composer Richard Harvey has compiled this excellent selection of the famous and popular Thai melodies of the film score. The many fans of the already legendary movie who have been eagerly waiting for this selection will indeed be highly rewarded for their patience. This superb quality recording is probably the most brilliant recording of authentic and orchestrated Thai music ever. The truly moving moods reflect the serene and touching moments of the historic film. An excellent example of Thai music being masterly integrated into a western orchestral environment.Yet another highlight of this outstanding album is the thrilling new instrumental version of the hit song NOW & FOREVER, SURIYOTHAI performed by HUCKY & HARVEY, two well known celebrities in their own respect.

Official website of this album



Track list:
1. Now and forever (new instrumental version)
2. Khaek Lopburi
3. A Royal wedding
4. Love and remembrance
5. The Court of Ayuthaya
6. Deadly enchantment
7. Courtly life
8. The hand of fate
9. The temptress
10.Nhang Nahk
11.A Royal tribute
12.Death of a nobleman
13.Jirraphrapas welcome!
14.The King's consort
15.Queen Suriyothai's destiny
16.Ton phleng ching
17.Eternal flower
18.Lord Piren's pledge
19.The tragedy of war
20.Hope and prayer
21.A nation's honour

Total Playing Time 60:14

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