Why did Christopher Tin create a special edit of "Turandot"?

Tin created a condensed version to accommodate the jumps, footwork, and pacing requirements of Yuma Kagiyama's elite figure skating program, responding to fan demand.

Where was the special "Turandot" arrangement recorded?

The special "Turandot" arrangement was recorded at London's Abbey Road Studios with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra and the English National Opera Chorus.

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Composer Releases Olympic Skater's "Turandot" Edit

Q: What is Christopher Tin releasing for Yuma Kagiyama's Olympic performance?

Christopher Tin is releasing a special figure skating edit of his completion of Puccini's "Turandot" on streaming services.

13 Feb

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Summary

Composer Chris Tin will release a special figure skating edit of Puccini's opera.
The condensed version of "Turandot" is for Japanese skater Yuma Kagiyama.
This release follows fan demand and avoids recent music rights disputes.

Composer Releases Olympic Skater's "Turandot" Edit

American composer Christopher Tin has announced the upcoming release of a special figure skating edit of his completion of Puccini's "Turandot" on streaming services. This decision comes in response to significant demand from fans of the figure skating community.

The four-minute-17-second version was specifically adapted for Japanese skater Yuma Kagiyama by Tin and choreographer Lori Nichol. It condenses Tin's original 18-minute finale to accommodate the jumps, footwork, and necessary rest periods essential for an elite figure skating program.