Inspired by Christmas Wonderland Blizzard Time’s wonderful experience of ‘snowfall’ in the Gardens, ‘Magic of Christmas’ is a specially commissioned piece of music by Singaporean composer-conductor Dr. Darius Lim, co-orchestrated and produced by Daniel Wong, and performed by DariusMusic singers.
The music follows a thematic form designed to take listeners on an emotional journey through grand beauty, calm serenity, and the wonder of Christmas dreams.
The narrative revolves around the concept of exploring a ‘garden of dreams’, with the phrase ‘step into’ serving as the central motif. Elements of Christmas are incorporated through the use traditional instruments like sleigh bells, which evoke the festive spirit.
The illustrious Dr. Lim’s compositions are known for their lyrical, instrumental, and theatrical elements, creating powerful and engaging performances. Thousands of choirs globally have performed Dr. Lim’s musical pieces, including Voces8, The Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra, and the National Youth Choirs of Great Britain. He is also the first Singaporean composer to be signed with the renowned Naxos Records, a global leader in classical music.
Daniel Wong is a sound designer, composer and music producer based in Singapore. He graduated from Yong Siew Toh Conservatory of Music with a B.Mus(Hons) in Recording Arts & Science. With over a decade of experience in the music industry, Daniel has worked on a wide variety of creative projects, including songs, jingles, theatre productions, and films.
