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"Fly to Paradise" is a choral piece composed by Eric Whitacre. Here are some interesting facts about the song:
Premiere at a Tech Conference: "Fly to Paradise" premiered at the 2013 Apple Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC). The performance was unique in that it combined a live choir with a virtual choir, showcasing Whitacre's interest in merging technology and music.
Virtual Choir Project: Eric Whitacre is known for his Virtual Choir project, where singers from around the world submit videos of themselves singing a part of a choral piece, and these videos are then combined into a virtual choir performance. "Fly to Paradise" was one of the pieces featured in Virtual Choir 4, which had over 8,000 videos submitted from 101 countries.
Commissioned for a Video Game: The song was originally commissioned for the video game "Civilization: Beyond Earth." Whitacre worked on the game's score, and "Fly to Paradise" was later adapted into a standalone choral work.
Inspirations for the Composition: Whitacre drew inspiration from various sources for "Fly to Paradise," including Dante Alighieri's "Divine Comedy" and the idea of a journey through the afterlife. The lyrics, written by David Norona, reflect themes of hope and transcendence.
Orchestral Version: In addition to the choral version, there is also an orchestral arrangement of "Fly to Paradise." This version provides a different sonic experience, highlighting the versatility of Whitacre's compositions.
These facts contribute to the rich and innovative nature of Eric Whitacre's "Fly to Paradise."