The Hollow Cause cast teamed up with The West Coast Philharmonic Orchestra to perform “The World Belongs to Me” – the first song release from the upcoming The Hollow Cause musical. Filmed at The Perth Hebrew Congregation (PHC), the clip features the dynamic and powerful voices of Vin Trikeriotis (Jesus Christ Superstar) and Morgan Cowling (Phantom of the Opera USA Tour), singing a love ballad between two headstrong main characters that allow themselves to become gradually more vulnerable as the song progresses.
The West Coast Philharmonic Orchestra’s conductor, Sam Parry, became involved when The Hollow Cause musical production creator, Keshet, reached out simply for professional revision. Parry was so impressed with the quality and freshness of the music that he suggested a collaboration between the stage musical and The West Coast Philharmonic Orchestra.
When asked about the selection of the largest WA synagogue, as the choice for the video clip setting creator Keshet responded:
“Our location was selected for two reasons:
1) Orchestral music tends to be recorded in big halls, and while churches are quite a popular choice, Synagogues are not explored much. The PHC Synagogue provided unique acoustics for our song recording.
2) The Hollow Cause is a Jewish tale of surviving during the Holocaust. We felt that recording in a Jewish sacred place, coupled with the fact the stage we performed on was donated by an Auschwitz survivor, created an amazing connection to the music we generated.”
lyrics
In this cave, by the fire.
Seems the warmth is fuelled by desire.
Let us find solace.
We’ve had our share of tribulations,
But what about some recreation?
Let us both embrace.
Because tonight may come and tomorrow may go,
But at this very moment, this I know.
There's a need to share, there’s a need to show.
A glimpse of the future, I'll on you bestow.
For I,
I see a time cleansed from the scum on this earth.
And I,
I know this war paves the way for the righteous rebirth.
Just you wait and see,
The world belongs to me.
And strange as it may be,
I'd like you there with me.
I never was one for distractions.
I can’t deny though, there’s an attraction.
Do I dare give in?
I used to think he’s quite annoying,
But recently, I find him stoic.
Can I be convinced?
Because my mind says: “no,” but my heart says: “go.”
And for once I'd like to let my feelings flow.
I deserve a win, I deserve to know,
A brief moment of joy before the final blow.
Tonight,
I'm gonna drown and ignore any shred of a doubt.
Tonight,
I'll open up and find out what this man's all about.
Just you wait and see,
I’ll be waiting.
The world belongs to me.
Anticipating.
And strange as it may be,
I'd like you there with me.
So tonight, let us rejoice,
And grant pleasure a voice.
For tomorrow might not come.
When two to one become.
credits
released May 21, 2021
Proudly supported by The Holocaust Institute, The Jewish Community Council of WA, and Perth Hebrew Congregation.
Written, Composed, Arranged, Orchestrated, Produced, Recorded, Mixed, Mastered, Directed, Edited & Guitar: Keshet.
Cinematographer: Brady Jenkins
Light Design: Dean Gratwick
Make-Up & Hair: Shannon Arten
Orchestra recorded by: Kieran Kenderssy
Vocals: Vincent Trikeriotis & Morgan Cowling
Bass: Marc Pereira
Celesta: Andrew Suhatam
Drums recorded by: Idan Friedman; Performed by: Dann Tozer.
The West Coast Philharmonic are:
Coonductor, Arranger & Tuba: Samuel Parry
Violins: Chad Saterlee, René Kuan, Marie-Victoire Cumming, Naomi Randell
Flutes: Megan Barbetti, Joshua McMahon
Cor Anglais: Erynn Bye
Clarinet: Kristian Müller
Bassoon: Stuart Ferrie
French Horn: Sandra McKenna
Trumpet: Samantha Marley
Trombone: August Mikucki
As Himself: Rabbi Dan Liberman.
In the spirit of reconciliation, the Hollow Cause acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea, and community. We pay our respect to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today.
We wish to extend our thanks to Rabbi Liberman and the Perth Hebrew Congregation for welcoming us into their sacred hall. To Zalia Joy for her stunning fabrics, to Soundtown for their microphones and sage advice, and to Jaime Mercanti for his one-of-a-kind guitar.
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