Twelfth Night or What You Will Soundtrack (

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Alternate Names:
Title in Español:

Noche de reyes

Title in Italiano:

La dodicesima notte

Title in Português:

Noite de Reis

Synopsis

Twelfth Night tells the story of brother and sister Viola and Sebastian, who are not only very close but look a great deal alike. They are in a shipwreck, and both think the other dead.

When Viola lands in a foreign country, she dresses as her brother and adopts the name Cesario. She becomes a trusted friend and confidante to the Count Orsino, who is madly in love with the lady Olivia.

Olivia is in mourning due to her brother's recent death, which she uses as an excuse to avoid seeing the count, whom she does not love. Orsino sends Cesario to do his wooing, and Olivia falls in love with the disguised maiden.

Things get more complicated in this bittersweet Shakespeare comedy when a moronic nobleman, Sir Andrew Aguecheek, and a self-important servant, Malvolio, get caught up in the schemes of Olivia's uncle, the obese, alcoholic Sir Toby.

Sir Toby leads each to believe Olivia loves him. As well, Sebastian surfaces in the area, and of course there is Feste, the wise fool, around to keep everything in perspective and to marvel, like we the audience, at the amazing things happening all around.

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Play Title Artist
Twelfth Night or What You Will
O Mistress Mine
Ben Kingsley: Sung
Shaun Davey: Performer
William Shakespeare: Words
Heigh-Ho, The Wind and the Rain
Ben Kingsley: Sung
Shaun Davey: Performer
William Shakespeare: Words
Twelfth Night - "I'll Tell Thee A Tale" (Shaun Davey)
Craig Armstrong: Performer
Henry V - Overture - The Globe Theater (William Walton)
Craig Armstrong: Performer
Henry V - Passacaglia - The Death of Flastaff (William Walton)
Craig Armstrong: Performer
Henry V - "This day is called the feast of St. Crispian" (William Walton)
Craig Armstrong: Performer
Henry V - Battle and Charge - The French Court (William Walton)
Craig Armstrong: Performer
Henry V - "Touch her soft lips and part" (William Walton)
Craig Armstrong: Performer
Henry V - Finale - The Agincourt Song (William Walton)
Craig Armstrong: Performer
Hamlet - Prelude (Dimitri Shostakovich)
Craig Armstrong: Performer
Hamlet - Ball at the Palace (Dimitri Shostakovich)
Craig Armstrong: Performer
Hamlet - "To bem or not to be, that is the question" (Derek Jacobi)
Craig Armstrong: Performer
Hamlet - "Sweets to the sweet farewell" (Patrick Doyle)
Craig Armstrong: Performer
Much Ado About Nothing - Overture (Patrick Doyle)
Craig Armstrong: Performer
Much Ado About Nothing - Goddess of the Night / Strike Up, Pipers (Patrick Doyle)
Craig Armstrong: Performer
Antony and Cleopatra - "I dreamt there was an emperor Antony" (Jenny Agutter / Bruce McGregor)
Craig Armstrong: Performer
Antony and Cleopatra - Suite (John Scott)
Craig Armstrong: Performer
Julius Caesar - Overture (Michael J. Lewis)
Craig Armstrong: Performer
Julius Caesar - Caesar's Triumphant Entry into Rome (Michael J. Lewis)
Craig Armstrong: Performer
Julius Caesar - "Friends, Romans, countrymen, lend me your ears" (Derek Jacobi)
Craig Armstrong: Performer
Julius Caesar - "Caesar now be still / Finale" (Miklos Rozsa)
Craig Armstrong: Performer
Disc Time:
Craig Armstrong: Performer
The Taming of the Shew - "Good morrow, Kate" (Derek Jacobi / Jenny Agutter)
Craig Armstrong: Performer
The Taming of the Shew - Overture (Nino Rota)
Craig Armstrong: Performer
Richard III - "Now is the winter of our discontent" (Derek Jacobi)
Craig Armstrong: Performer
Richard III - Prelude (William Walton)
Craig Armstrong: Performer
Romeo + Juliet - The Balcony Scene (Craig Armstrong)
Craig Armstrong: Performer
Romeo and Juliet - "But soft, what light through yonder window breaks?" (Ioan Gruffudd / Jenny Agutter)
Craig Armstrong: Performer
Romeo and Juliet - Suite (Nino Rota)
Craig Armstrong: Performer
Love's Labour's Lost - "Love's Labour's Lost / Arrival of the Princess" (Patrick Doyle)
Craig Armstrong: Performer
A Midsummer Night's Dream - "If we shadows have offended" (Jenny Agutter)
Craig Armstrong: Performer
A Midsummer Night's Dream - Intermezzo from Cavalleria Rusticana (Pietro Mascagni)
Craig Armstrong: Performer
Shakespeare in Love - Suite (Stephen Warbeck)
Craig Armstrong: Performer
Henry V - Prelude - "O for a muse of fire" (Patrick Doyle)
Craig Armstrong: Performer
Henry V - St. Crispin's Day (Patrick Doyle)
Craig Armstrong: Performer
Henry V - "Once more unto the breach, dear friends, once more" (Ioan Gruffudd)
Craig Armstrong: Performer
Henry V - Non Nobis Domine (Patrick Doyle)
Craig Armstrong: Performer
Twelfth Night - "If music be the food of love" (Derek Jacobi)
Craig Armstrong: Performer
Twelfth Night - "The Wind and the rain" (Shaun Davey)
Craig Armstrong: Performer
Eros perversion (seq. 1)
Nico Fidenco: Performer
Eros perversion (seq. 2)
Nico Fidenco: Performer
Eros perversion (seq. 3)
Nico Fidenco: Performer
Eros perversion (seq. 4)
Nico Fidenco: Performer
Eros perversion (seq. 5)
Nico Fidenco: Performer
Eros perversion (seq. 6)
Nico Fidenco: Performer
Eros perversion (seq. 7)
Nico Fidenco: Performer
Eros perversion (seq. 8)
Nico Fidenco: Performer
Eros perversion (seq. 9)
Nico Fidenco: Performer
Eros perversion (seq. 10)
Nico Fidenco: Performer
Eros perversion (seq. 11)
Nico Fidenco: Performer
Eros perversion (seq. 12)
Nico Fidenco: Performer
Eros perversion (seq. 13)
Nico Fidenco: Performer
Eros perversion (seq. 14)
Nico Fidenco: Performer
Eros perversion (seq. 15)
Nico Fidenco: Performer
Eros perversion (seq. 16)
Nico Fidenco: Performer
Eros perversion (seq. 17)
Nico Fidenco: Performer
Eros perversion (seq. 18)
Nico Fidenco: Performer
Eros perversion (seq. 19)
Nico Fidenco: Performer
Eros perversion (seq. 20)
Nico Fidenco: Performer
Eros perversion (seq. 21)
Nico Fidenco: Performer
Eros perversion (seq. 22)
Nico Fidenco: Performer
Eros perversion (seq. 23)
Nico Fidenco: Performer
Eros perversion (seq. 24)
Nico Fidenco: Performer
Eros perversion (seq. 25)
Nico Fidenco: Performer
Eros perversion (seq. 26)
Nico Fidenco: Performer
Eros perversion (seq. 27)
Nico Fidenco: Performer
Twelfth Night - "I'll Tell Thee A Tale" (Shaun Davey)
Craig Armstrong: Performer
Julius Caesar - Caesar's Triumphant Entry into Rome (Michael J. Lewis)
Craig Armstrong: Performer
Love's Labour's Lost - "Love's Labour's Lost / Arrival of the Princess" (Patrick Doyle)
Craig Armstrong: Performer
A Midsummer Night's Dream - "If we shadows have offended" (Jenny Agutter)
Craig Armstrong: Performer
A Midsummer Night's Dream - Intermezzo from Cavalleria Rusticana (Pietro Mascagni)
Craig Armstrong: Performer
Henry V - St. Crispin's Day (Patrick Doyle)
Craig Armstrong: Performer

User reviews

James Allen
2/10

One major issue I had with the soundtrack of Twelfth Night or What You Will was the lack of emotional depth in the music. The score failed to capture the complex range of emotions that the characters experience throughout the story, making it difficult to fully immerse myself in the narrative.

Donna Perez
6/10

The musical motifs associated with each character help to deepen our understanding of their personalities and motivations, adding layers of complexity to the storytelling.

Donna Hall
2/10

Another aspect that disappointed me about the soundtrack was the repetitive use of generic musical motifs. The compositions felt uninspired and didn't add much to the overall atmosphere of the play. It would have been more engaging if the music had been more varied and innovative, enhancing the storytelling rather than becoming background noise.

George Adams
6/10

The soundtrack of Twelfth Night or What You Will perfectly captures the whimsical and romantic atmosphere of the play, enhancing the emotional depth of the characters' relationships.

George Parker
7/10

The soundtrack's ability to shift between lighthearted and melancholic tones mirrors the play's exploration of love, loss, and mistaken identity.

Karen Scott
7/10

Overall, the music in Twelfth Night or What You Will serves as a dynamic and integral component that elevates the storytelling and engages the audience on an emotional level.

Paul Hall
6/10

The soundtrack's ability to seamlessly transition between lighthearted comedic scenes and poignant dramatic moments showcases the versatility and skill of the composers.

Carol Thomas
7/10

The pacing and arrangement of the music align perfectly with the pacing of the plot, creating a seamless and immersive experience for the audience.

Timothy Phillips
5/10

Overall, the music in Twelfth Night or What You Will plays a crucial role in immersing the audience in the enchanting world of Shakespeare's comedy, making it a truly memorable and captivating experience.

Stephanie Hernandez
8/10

The incorporation of period-appropriate music and instruments helps transport the audience to the setting of the play and enhances the overall atmosphere.

Elizabeth Taylor
5/10

The use of traditional instruments in the music adds an authentic and timeless quality to the production, transporting the audience to the setting of the foreign country where the story unfolds.

Deborah Lee
5/10

The melodies in the soundtrack beautifully mirror the intertwining plotlines of mistaken identity and unrequited love, creating a sense of dramatic tension and comedic relief.

Mary Adams
7/10

The soundtrack of Twelfth Night or What You Will perfectly captures the essence of the bittersweet and comedic elements of the play.

Steven Moore
7/10

The songs chosen for key moments in the play evoke a sense of nostalgia and longing, reflecting the characters' desires and conflicts.

Ashley Lee
6/10

The incorporation of vocal harmonies in certain pieces elevates the emotional impact of key moments in the play, leaving a lasting impression on the audience.

Elizabeth Wright
8/10

The use of different musical motifs for each character adds a layer of complexity to the narrative and helps distinguish between the various plotlines.

George Wilson
8/10

The music enhances the emotional depth of the story, particularly in scenes involving Viola's internal struggles and the mistaken identities.

Timothy Lewis
6/10

The songs in the soundtrack are not only entertaining but also serve as powerful storytelling devices, conveying the characters' inner thoughts and emotions in a way that words alone cannot.

Elizabeth Turner
8/10

The soundtrack effectively conveys the romantic tension between characters, especially in the interactions between Viola/Cesario, Orsino, and Olivia.