Matilda the Musical (soundtrack)
| Roald Dahl's Matilda the Musical (Soundtrack from the Netflix Film) | |
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| Soundtrack album by various artists | |
| Released | 18 November 2022 |
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| Length | 65:47 |
| Label | Milan |
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| Singles from Roald Dahl's Matilda the Musical (Soundtrack from the Netflix Film) | |
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Roald Dahl's Matilda the Musical (Soundtrack from the Netflix Film) is the soundtrack to the 2022 film Roald Dahl's Matilda the Musical, which is based on the stage musical of the same name. It was released by Milan Records digitally on 18 November 2022 with a physical CD release following on 9 December 2022. The album featured 22 tracks, including songs from the stage musical as well as a new closing number written by Tim Minchin, and the incidental underscore composed by Christopher Nightingale.
Background[edit]
In November 2013, when the film adaptation of Matilda the Musical was reported to be under production, Tim Minchin who previously wrote songs for the musical, was in talks to write new songs for the film.[3] His involvement was officially confirmed in January 2020.[4][5] Christopher Nightingale, who worked as the orchestrator and music supervisor on the stage production, had underscored the incidental music, while Becky Berntham served as the film's music supervisor.[6] Nightingale said "The diversity of the songs is gloriously far-reaching, and my first job in writing the original score was to try and build a framework that might bind things together; find, create and extend common ground."[7]
The soundtrack list to Matilda the Musical was released by Sony Masterworks and Netflix Music on 4 November 2022.[8] The album featured much of the songs featured in the stage musical as well as a new closing number written for the film, that kept undisclosed (later titled "Still Holding My Hand"). The song was performed by Alisha Weir and Lashana Lynch at the Netflix Playlist—a virtual music showcase event.[9][10] Minchin, who wrote the closing track, said, "The movie really called for an ending number, because films don't have curtain calls. So it needed to be wrapped up. It needed all the thematic and musical traits to be tied with a nice bow."[10] Nine tracks from Nightingale's instrumental compositions he underscored, also accompany the album.[11]
The album was released on 18 November 2022 through digital music streaming providers and was released on CD on 9 December.[7] Prior to the official release, the track "Revolting Children" was released as a single on 11 November.[11]
Reception[edit]
Writing for BroadwayWorld, Bobby Patrick said "Minchen & Co have adapted the score to suit the film medium, the cast has made good meals of their singing assignments, and the additional instrumental scoring by Nightengale is, quite frankly, gorgeous. Most everything is in exciting minor keys, throughout, that give the requisite drama overall, and there are treats to be heard. Is it the Broadway show? No, but it's not supposed to be, cuz it's a 'movie'! In all, this album is a fine adaptation of the familiar and we enjoyed most of it, and can forgive the cuts made between mediums."[12] Ian Bowkett of Musical Theatre Review said "With this album in your headphones, you will find yourself striding determinedly around the streets, ready to cause trouble and fight against the world's many injustices. Until a number like ‘When I Grow Up’ or ‘My House’ makes you cry like a child."[13]
Track listing[edit]
| No. | Title | Artist(s) | Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | "Miracle" |
| 5:09 |
| 2. | "Naughty" | Weir | 3:08 |
| 3. | "The Acrobat and the Escapologist" |
| 2:14 |
| 4. | "School Song" |
| 3:21 |
| 5. | "The Hammer" | 3:23 | |
| 6. | "Chokey Chant – Hide Me" |
| 1:25 |
| 7. | "And So the Great Day Arrived" | Nightingale | 3:03 |
| 8. | "The Biggest Burp" | Nightingale | 0:44 |
| 9. | "Bruce" | Cast | 2:41 |
| 10. | "When I Grow Up" |
| 3:42 |
| 11. | "The Most Dangerous Feat" | Nightingale | 3:55 |
| 12. | "I'm Here" |
| 3:43 |
| 13. | "The Smell of Rebellion" |
| 4:42 |
| 14. | "The Newt – Stretchy Ears" | Nightingale | 1:14 |
| 15. | "Quiet" | Weir | 3:58 |
| 16. | "Telekinesis" | Nightingale | 0:48 |
| 17. | "My House" |
| 3:25 |
| 18. | "The Truth – Chokey Destruction" | Nightingale | 2:09 |
| 19. | "Day of Reckoning" | Nightingale | 1:58 |
| 20. | "Magnus Returns" | Nightingale | 3:52 |
| 21. | "Revolting Children" |
| 2:54 |
| 22. | "Still Holding My Hand" |
| 4:19 |
| Total length: | 65:47 | ||
Personnel[edit]
- Score composer: Chris Nightingale
- Score engineer: Rupert Coulson, Alex Ferguson
- Score editor: Chris Barrett
- Mixing: Rupert Coulson
- Digital recordist: Alex Ferguson
- Assistant engineers: Ashley Andrew-Jones, Rebecca Hordern, Jedidiah Rimell
- Orchestra: Isobel Griffiths Ltd.
- Orchestration: Andrew Dudman, Neil Dawes
Charts[edit]
| Chart (2022–2023) | Peak position |
|---|---|
| Australian Albums (ARIA)[14] | 99 |
| UK Compilation Albums (OCC)[15] | 2 |
| UK Soundtrack Albums (OCC)[16] | 1 |
Release history[edit]
| Region | Language | Date | Format(s) | Label | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Various | English | 18 November 2022 | [17] | ||
| 9 December 2022 | CD | [18] |
References[edit]
- ^ Abbey Road Studios [@AbbeyRoad] (24 November 2022). "@TimMinchin and @Berkeley_Sq's superb OST for 'Matilda the Musical' was recorded @AIRStudios by @__Roop__. Orchestral pickups were done here in Studio One by Andrew Dudman and Neil Dawes. The film is out tomorrow in UK cinemas!" (Tweet). Retrieved 5 December 2022 – via Twitter.
- ^ AIR [@AIRstudios] (25 November 2022). "'Matilda the Musical' is a new musical film adaptation of the beloved children's classic. 🍰 Rupert Coulson @__roop__ recorded & mixed the film's songs and Chris Nightingale's @berkeley_sq score at AIR, with additional recording by Alex Ferguson" (Tweet). Retrieved 5 November 2022 – via Twitter.
- ^ Gilbert, Ryan (15 November 2013). "Tony Winner Dennis Kelly to Pen Screenplay for New Matilda Movie Musical Adaptation". Broadway.com. Retrieved 29 January 2020.
- ^ Wiegand, Chris (17 January 2020). "New Matilda movie in works from director of West End musical". The Guardian. Retrieved 18 February 2020.
- ^ Masters, Kim (28 January 2020). "Netflix, Sony Team for 'Matilda' Movie Based on Stage Musical (Exclusive)". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved 16 June 2022.
- ^ "Tim Minchin: 'The world would be better if people read more and watched less of The Kardashians'". Time Out Worldwide. 22 November 2022. Retrieved 5 December 2022.
- ^ a b Major, Michael. "Listen: MATILDA THE MUSICAL Movie Soundtrack Is Out Now Featuring a New Song". BroadwayWorld.com. Retrieved 5 December 2022.
- ^ says, Nat. "'Roald Dahl's Matilda the Musical' Soundtrack Album Details". Film Music Reporter. Retrieved 5 December 2022.
- ^ D'Alessandro, Anthony (9 November 2022). "Netflix Playlist Goes Live For First Time: 'Glass Onion' Johnson Cousins On Childhood Film Roots, Alexandre Desplat Conducts 'Pinocchio' & More". Deadline. Retrieved 5 December 2022.
- ^ a b Reul, Katie (8 November 2022). "10 Biggest Takeaways From Netflix Playlist, a Film and Series Music Showcase". Variety. Retrieved 5 December 2022.
- ^ a b "Matilda musical movie soundtrack: Every song in the Netflix adaptation". Radio Times. Retrieved 5 December 2022.
- ^ Patrick, Bobby. "Album Review: Minchin's Matilda Musical Makes Move To Movies On MATILDA THE MUSICAL Movie Soundtrack". BroadwayWorld.com. Retrieved 5 December 2022.
- ^ Admin. "Music Review: Roald Dahl's Matilda the Musical Soundtrack". Musical Theatre Review. Retrieved 5 December 2022.
- ^ "The ARIA Report: Week Commencing 23 January 2023". The ARIA Report. No. 1716. Australian Recording Industry Association. 23 January 2023. p. 6.
- ^ "Official Compilations Chart Top 100". Official Charts Company. Retrieved 10 December 2023.
- ^ "Official Soundtrack Albums Chart Top 50". Official Charts Company. Retrieved 10 December 2023.
- ^ Roald Dahl's Matilda The Musical (Soundtrack from the Netflix Film), 18 November 2022, retrieved 5 December 2022
- ^ "Roald Dahl's Matilda The Musical (Soundtrack From The Netflix Film): Amazon.co.uk: CDs & Vinyl". www.amazon.co.uk. Retrieved 5 December 2022.