The roots of TSO are found in Savatage, a traditional heavy metal band that gradually progressed into a symphonic metal act. Savatage's rock operas, starting with STREETS, began the experimentation with what would become TSO culminating on the track "Christmas Eve (Sarajevo 12/24)" from DEAD WINTER DEAD. This track was a minor hit for the struggling band, and demonstrated that there might be an audience for the symphonic metal approach to holiday themes.
The concept for a band playing Christmas carols in a rock opera style was not received warmly by the industry, but quickly proved a success with adults as well as young people. In the recording studio, Trans-Siberian Orchestra uses a full 60-piece orchestra and a choir.
As of 2004, their touring band included 14 vocalists, 14 musicians, and 2 narrators. Trans-Siberian Orchestra released their debut album Christmas Eve and Other Stories in 1996, and it remains their best-selling album. Their 1998 release The Christmas Attic was similarly a concept album with a Christmas theme. In 2000, they released their first non-Christmas album, Beethoven's Last Night. Beethoven's Last Night is a concept album about Ludwig van Beethoven's last night on earth, during which he meets Mephistopheles (possible Satan, or one of his underlings).
After a few years of touring, they returned to the studio with another full-length album, Lost Christmas Eve, and the accompanying DVD/3-CD release The Christmas Trilogy, which contained all three of their Christmas albums to date.
During their winter tours of 2005 and 2006, the band had announced that they were working on the new album, set to release later that year (this was said both years). During the summer of 2007, the official myspace for TSO stated that they were recording, with the expression 'inspired'. Finally, on October 27, 2007, the long awaited new album (and second non-Christmas) arrived "Night Castle". The album is another concept album, spanning 2 cd's, and is the telling of the story of a soldier's experience during the Killing Fields of the Khmer Rouge. As always, it's about faith, hope, fate and the inherent belief that there is good in all people. The album was received with mixed reviews, from the praise of the band's fans, to the near burning of albums by those that are less than receptive to the album. Along with the songs for the story, the album also includes 4 tracks that are not part of the story, and yes, it features the band's rendition of "Carmina Burana (O Fortuna)", performed as a preview by the band during their winter tours, as well as one cover of a Savatage song.
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The Moment
Trans-Siberian Orchestra Lyrics
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Children never fear forever
And this moment that enchants
Someday we may both remember
Then
Maybe then
If we are still alive
Maybe then
This moment will survive
There is time in every word
There are words in every reason
And these notes that are unheard
One day they may find their season
Then
Maybe then
If we are still alive
Then
Maybe then
This moment will survive
Then
Maybe then
If we are still alive
Then
Maybe then
This moment will survive
The lyrics to Trans-Siberian Orchestra's song 'The Moment' convey the importance of cherishing every moment in life. The opening line "In this world of circumstance, children never fear forever" alludes to the unpredictability of life and the importance of taking advantage of the time we have. The following line, "And this moment that enchants, someday we may both remember" suggests that it's important to appreciate and make the most of the good moments in life, as they will eventually become memories.
The following verses emphasize the significance of words and music, "There is time in every word, there are words in every reason, and these notes that are unheard, one day they may find their season." This suggests that every word and sound has a purpose and significance, and while they may not be immediately recognized, they can become important at a later time. The final stanza repeats the refrain "Maybe then, if we are still alive, this moment will survive." This is a powerful statement regarding the fleeting nature of life and the importance of appreciating every moment while we can.
Overall, 'The Moment' is a beautiful and poignant reminder of the beauty and preciousness of life, and the importance of cherishing every moment.
Line by Line Meaning
In this world of circumstance
The unpredictable nature of life and its circumstances
Children never fear forever
The childlike innocence that allows one to live in the moment without fear of the future
And this moment that enchants
The beauty and enchantment of the present moment
Someday we may both remember
The possibility of this moment remaining in our memory and having a lasting impact
Then
Introduction of a possibility
Maybe then
The possibility becoming more likely
If we are still alive
The constraint that our survival is required for the possibility to become a reality
Then
Introduction of another possibility
Maybe then
The second possibility becoming more likely
This moment will survive
The potential for this moment to endure and live on beyond its present existence
There is time in every word
The power and weight of each word we speak or hear
There are words in every reason
The presence of words and language in every human experience and decision
And these notes that are unheard
The unspoken and unsaid thoughts and feelings that exist within each person
One day they may find their season
The possibility that at some point, these unspoken notes and thoughts may have relevance and meaning
Then
Reiteration of a possibility
Maybe then
Reiteration of the possibility becoming more likely
If we are still alive
Reiteration of the constraint that our survival is required for the possibility to become a reality
Then
Reiteration of another possibility
Maybe then
Reiteration of the second possibility becoming more likely
This moment will survive
Reiteration of the potential for this moment to endure and live on beyond its present existence
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: JOHN OLIVA, JOHN N. OLIVA, PAUL O'NEILL, PAUL F. O'NEILL
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