Composer

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Andrew Lloyd Webber

Genre

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Musical Theatre

Style

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Show/Musical

Compose Date

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2004

Average_duration

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3:57

"I Believe My Heart" is a romantic ballad from the musical "The Woman in White," composed by Andrew Lloyd Webber. The musical is based on the novel of the same name by Wilkie Collins and premiered in London's West End in 2004. The plot of "The Woman in White" revolves around a young art teacher, Walter Hartright, who falls in love with his student, Laura Fairlie. However, Laura is already engaged to Sir Percival Glyde, a wealthy baronet. As the story unfolds, Walter discovers that Sir Percival is hiding a dark secret and is determined to protect Laura from him. "I Believe My Heart" is sung by Walter and Laura in Act II of the musical. The song expresses their love for each other and their desire to be together despite the obstacles in their way. The lyrics are written by David Zippel, and the melody is a classic Lloyd Webber ballad, with soaring vocals and a lush orchestration. The musical premiered at the Palace Theatre in London's West End on September 15, 2004, and ran for over 500 performances. It received mixed reviews from critics but was praised for its innovative use of projections and special effects. "I Believe My Heart" quickly became a fan favorite and was released as a single in 2005, featuring Duncan James and Keedie as the vocalists. The song reached number two on the UK Singles Chart and was certified silver by the British Phonographic Industry. The musical features several other memorable songs, including "All for Laura," "You Can Get Away with Anything," and "Evermore Without You." The score is characterized by Lloyd Webber's signature blend of classical and pop influences, with lush orchestrations and memorable melodies. Overall, "The Woman in White" is a romantic and suspenseful musical that showcases Lloyd Webber's talents as a composer and storyteller. "I Believe My Heart" is a standout song that captures the emotional heart of the story and has become a beloved classic in the musical theater canon.

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