Perfume takes inspiration from Patrick Süskind’s literary classic Das Parfum which follows the life of Jean-Baptiste Grenouille. Ironically, whilst possessing extraordinary olfactory senses, Grenouille has no scent of his own and is socially ostracised for this. The remainder of the novel follows Grenouille’s macabre and morally ambiguous journey to feel like he fits in, ultimately leading to his demise.

Each movement of Perfume depicts a significant period of Grenouille’s life: the unbalanced and repetitious rhythmic momentum of Movement I (The Tick) depicts Grenouille’s time spent working in a tannery and perfumery, honing his skills and waiting patiently for opportunities. Inspired by the third movement of Bartok's 4th String Quartet, Movement II (The Volcano) is expressively reflective and tranquil, portraying a period of self-imposed isolation where Grenouille lives on an isolated volcano. Movement III (Hunting) is underpinned by a rhythmic driving force, representing Grenouille’s pursuit of his grotesque goals.

III. Hunting

II. The Volcano

I. The Tick

Mournful, slow and delicate, creates a peaceful and calming scene that communicates the grief and torment felt by King Alonso.

A nuanced, modern and completely original soundtrack to William Shakespeare's final play 'The Tempest'. This soundtrack adds another dimension to the show, building a variety of immersive atmospheres to compliment the on-stage performance as well as heightening the show’s emotion. The soundtrack features a a wide variety of instruments including orchestral, hybrid and solo strings; orchestral woodwinds, orchestral and cinematic brass; orchestral, cinematic and industrial percussion; a range of synths; vocals; SFX; and a Middle Eastern ensemble including instruments such as: tombak, saz, zurna, ney, oud, davul and riq.

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The Tempest

King's Grief

Intense and solemn, features a variety of extended string techniques for a more unusual sound. This piece also features both traditional and hybrid string elements, creating tension.

A nuanced, modern and completely original soundtrack to William Shakespeare's final play 'The Tempest'. This soundtrack adds another dimension to the show, building a variety of immersive atmospheres to compliment the on-stage performance as well as heightening the show’s emotion. The soundtrack features a a wide variety of instruments including orchestral, hybrid and solo strings; orchestral woodwinds, orchestral and cinematic brass; orchestral, cinematic and industrial percussion; a range of synths; vocals; SFX; and a Middle Eastern ensemble including instruments such as: tombak, saz, zurna, ney, oud, davul and riq.

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Ariel's Solemn Theme

Eery, chilling, and building, creates an atmosphere full of tension and builds steadily from there. 

A nuanced, modern and completely original soundtrack to William Shakespeare's final play 'The Tempest'. This soundtrack adds another dimension to the show, building a variety of immersive atmospheres to compliment the on-stage performance as well as heightening the show’s emotion. The soundtrack features a a wide variety of instruments including orchestral, hybrid and solo strings; orchestral woodwinds, orchestral and cinematic brass; orchestral, cinematic and industrial percussion; a range of synths; vocals; SFX; and a Middle Eastern ensemble including instruments such as: tombak, saz, zurna, ney, oud, davul and riq.

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Tip Toe

With a dark and dense texture and a relentless, driving rhythm, this piece sets the audience on the edge of their seats. Tormented vocals add a layer of emotion to the piece.

A nuanced, modern and completely original soundtrack to William Shakespeare's final play 'The Tempest'. This soundtrack adds another dimension to the show, building a variety of immersive atmospheres to compliment the on-stage performance as well as heightening the show’s emotion. The soundtrack features a a wide variety of instruments including orchestral, hybrid and solo strings; orchestral woodwinds, orchestral and cinematic brass; orchestral, cinematic and industrial percussion; a range of synths; vocals; SFX; and a Middle Eastern ensemble including instruments such as: tombak, saz, zurna, ney, oud, davul and riq.

To use this soundtrack in your production, please contact tomedgray@outlook.com to discuss licensing.

Hounds of Hell

Hounds Of Hell

Light, airy and gentle, features a gentle instrumentation with an underlying sadness to it.

A nuanced, modern and completely original soundtrack to William Shakespeare's final play 'The Tempest'. This soundtrack adds another dimension to the show, building a variety of immersive atmospheres to compliment the on-stage performance as well as heightening the show’s emotion. The soundtrack features a a wide variety of instruments including orchestral, hybrid and solo strings; orchestral woodwinds, orchestral and cinematic brass; orchestral, cinematic and industrial percussion; a range of synths; vocals; SFX; and a Middle Eastern ensemble including instruments such as: tombak, saz, zurna, ney, oud, davul and riq.

To use this soundtrack in your production, please contact tomedgray@outlook.com to discuss licensing.

Prospero's Charm of the Circle

Prospero's Charm Of The Circle

Playful, colourful and exotic, featuring a variety of Middle Eastern instruments.

A nuanced, modern and completely original soundtrack to William Shakespeare's final play 'The Tempest'. This soundtrack adds another dimension to the show, building a variety of immersive atmospheres to compliment the on-stage performance as well as heightening the show’s emotion. The soundtrack features a a wide variety of instruments including orchestral, hybrid and solo strings; orchestral woodwinds, orchestral and cinematic brass; orchestral, cinematic and industrial percussion; a range of synths; vocals; SFX; and a Middle Eastern ensemble including instruments such as: tombak, saz, zurna, ney, oud, davul and riq.

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The Queen of Tunisia

The Queen Of Tunisia

Mellow, subtle and melancholic, builds gradually in texture before resolving gently.

A nuanced, modern and completely original soundtrack to William Shakespeare's final play 'The Tempest'. This soundtrack adds another dimension to the show, building a variety of immersive atmospheres to compliment the on-stage performance as well as heightening the show’s emotion. The soundtrack features a a wide variety of instruments including orchestral, hybrid and solo strings; orchestral woodwinds, orchestral and cinematic brass; orchestral, cinematic and industrial percussion; a range of synths; vocals; SFX; and a Middle Eastern ensemble including instruments such as: tombak, saz, zurna, ney, oud, davul and riq.

To use this soundtrack in your production, please contact tomedgray@outlook.com to discuss licensing.

Bells of the Wind

Bells Of The Wind

Thomas Gray is an emerging Australian composer. Currently based in Adelaide, where he is completing his undergraduate studies at the Elder Conservatorium of Music, Thomas is originally from North Queensland. Thomas’ composition teachers at the Elder Conservatorium of Music so far have included Charles Bodman Rae, Anne Cawrse and Dylan Crismani, he has also studied composition and clarinet with Dr Mark Smith.

Thomas Gray - Composer

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