Voice of the Planet

Four original compositions. Recorded live with a 60-piece orchestra.

This recording session brings together four original works written across more than two decades of my life. From early piano pieces to music written for film and documentary, each composition reflects a different chapter of my journey as a composer.

Performed by the 60-piece Northern Film Orchestra, these recordings capture something that only happens when musicians gather in the same room: the shared energy of bringing music to life together.


Virtual Concert

Experience the complete recording session as a continuous concert. Each piece is introduced with the story of how it came to be before transitioning into footage of the orchestra bringing it to life.

What People Are Saying

After releasing the virtual concert, people shared some beautiful responses. Hearing how the music moves others is one of the most meaningful parts of the process.

Eric Turnnessen Composer

The Album

The performances from this recording session were also released as the Voice of the Planet album, preserving each piece exactly as it was performed in the concert hall.

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Eric Turnnessen Composer

🎼 Behind the Music — Stories, Details & Full Scores

Explore the stories behind each composition, learn more about the orchestration, and download the complete scores or anyone who’d like to experience the music in greater depth.

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Credits

This project would not have been possible without the generous creativity, care, and support of everyone involved. I’m deeply grateful for each contribution that brought my music to life.

Composer — Eric Turnnessen

OrchestraterNicolò Braghiroli

Conductor — Melvin Tay

Orchestra Recorded at — Stoller Hall — Manchester, UK

Orchestra — Northern Film Orchestra

Orchestra Manager — Jack Hughes

ConcertmasterMatthew Chadbond

Recording EngineerSimeon Ogden

Camera Operator — Ben Harrison

Mixing/Mastering Engineer — Jack Hughes

Video Editor — Eric Turnnessen

Consulting Editor — Cindy Thoennessen