Album Review: William Orbit Pieces In A Modern Style 2

William Orbit <i>Pieces In A Modern Style 2</i>. Photo / Supplied

Rating: 4/5
Verdict: Penetrating background music

The idea of remixing classical pieces by the likes of Puccini and Elgar in an ambient dance style, could be frightfully lame.

But thankfully, in the hands of electronic producer William Orbit, it's something inspired, transcendental and, in the case of Tchaikovsky's Swan Lake, sweet enough to well up with a few tears.

Yes, it's background music, but also penetrating - not to mention familiar - enough to keep your guests a little on edge.

-TimeOut