Samuel Kristy's The Hunchback Of Notre Dame - The Musical

My Friends – this is another Song from my ‘Hunchback Musical’ - a b***y, rollicking, comedic song, performed by the amazing Vocalist 'Enya Angel'. In her 'cockney accent' - Enya captures the big, brassy character of Madame Farlourdel - the Innkeeper (Lady of the House).

This is crafted to be catchy and memorable - with its ‘double - entendre’ lyrics, and rollicking music. The Song creates the calm before the storm - occurring just before Esmeralda and her lover Captain Phoebus ‘secretly’ meet at Farlourdel's Inn.

The jealous Archdeacon Frollo, hiding in their rented room, stabs Phoebus - and vanishes into the shadows. Falourdel, seeing Esmeralda, covered in blood immediately accuses her of murder, and later, it is her vicious testimony that helps convict the innocent Esmerelda. The Plot thickens....enjoy!!!!

PS: I am privileged to say that Mr.Peter Casey AM, renowned Musical Arranger, and Conductor of over 100 musicals globally, has given me a glowing appraisal of my Work.

He examined my Work and concluded that ...."Samuel Kristy’s...'The Hunchback of Notre Dame - The Musical' is .....“Magnificent and Inspirational …with its soaring melodies and orchestrations…truly capturing the Musical Theatre Genre”……

My friends - my efforts to stage the Musical over the past two years have been thwarted by unforseen difficulties - including Covid /the Pandemic and Funding. I am doing all I can to bring this dream to reality, and sincerely cannot wait to see and feel the response of the Audience to my Musical. This Work has been a labour of love over a fifteen year period.

Thank you again for your patience, support and inspiration. I believe that without You the Audience …giving me the courage to continue - my dream would remain a dream.....
All the best, Samuel Kristy

And now for the next YouTube Clip from my -

"QUASIMODO - -The Musical
(Hunchback of Notre Dame-Untold Story) "....

Some back ground ...

The magnificent vocalists are the renowned ....Beven Addinsal (Ex-Young Talent Time)... and... versatile Enya Angel ...who both performed on the double CD...

The Scene....

Archbishop Frollo sings this dramatic and powerful song - condemning his Son 'Quasimodo' - for disobeying his orders, and leaving the walls of Notre Dame.

Esmeralda also sings as a counterfoil to Frollo's criticism - defending Quasimodo against Frollo's unfair and unbridled attack.

Archbishop Frollo is absolutely livid - seeing his Son Quasimodo gallavanting like an absolute idiot in the Street - and mocking both King and Church.
He also sees his Son's behaviour as as a personal affront to his authority. Frollo has warned him Quasimodo that - due to his Son's fearsome appearance - he should never leave the Cathedral - for his own safety. He could easily be killed by the Townsfolk, who could (in their fear) see him as a dangerous and ferocous Monster.

Quasimodo was watching the "Festival of Fools" Celebrations from his rool, atop the Notre Dame. In defiance of his father's instructions - and for a taste of the freedom he's been yearing for - decides to venture outside to join the Celebrations below.

Quasimodo suddenly finds himself in the big hall where the major contest was underway - to find the ..."Ugliest looking person in all of Paris"..... Due to his unnatural and grotesque appearance, he finds himself elected as "KING of FOOLS" by the Townsfolk and Revellers.

Frollo, suddnely sees "King Quasimodo" being paraded wildly in the street - carried on a makeshift throne - while wearing his 'Royal Robe and Crown". In a fit of rage Frollo screams...'Sacrilege" ....and knocks Quasimodo to the ground.The traumatised Quasimodo scurries back into the Cathedral.

That's when Frollo and Esmeralda sing this big and exciting Song. Some say that this Song "He is the Hunchback" should be the Theme Song.... but there are so many great Songs in the Show (as judged by my Peers)...

I will let You, the Audience be the Judge - when you see the Show in March 2023.And, all I can say is that the Song - as one of my favourites ....capturing the overal theme of the "Untold Story"...
Frollo's and Esmeraldas Lyrics end with the declaration -
....."A Mystery Abounds .................There's a Story to Tell..............When a Spirit is Caught ...........Between Heaven and Hell"......

For this Song, and others from the Show, you can visit my ... Youtube Channel at .....https://youtu.be/QFmFIdW19mc

The Song 'Confess' is sung on this Soundtrack by Raphael Wong - one of Australia's most talented and exciting Opera singers. He is currently the understudy of the lead role "The Phantom" in forthcomong Sydney Season of "Phantom of the Opera".

When you hear his superb voice and interpretation of the Song -
you will know why he is destined to become one of our greatest Opera Singers. Not only is he a Great Singer - but he is a Good Bloke.

The Scene: Paris City Square in front of the Greve Gallows.
Esmeralda has been wronfully convicted of killing Captain Phoebus who she had fallen deeply in love with. In truth , it was actually the evil Archdeacon Frollo who - in a fit of jealousy and rage - stabbed poor Phoebus.

It is Sunrise in Medieval Paris, as the tormented Esmeralda - bound in chains and surrounded by Guards - is slowly being led to her execution.She is to be hanged for Murder, on the Gallows in the City Square.

The Square is filled with a rowdy chorus of rowdy and riotous townsfolk.Thye fighting over Esmeralda's guilt or innocence. Half of then are shouting she's an 'Evil Satanic Witch'...Others are protesting that she is a Saint - an innocent Victim.

In all this turmoil, Esmeralda stops suddenly and looks up to the heavens to pray for her salvation.

Suddenly Archdeacon Frollo, appears in all his pompous Church Regalia. He approaches and whispers .to her .."I love you. If you agree to come and live with me in the Cathedral, you shall have your freedom.I will release you from this nightmare. I am your only chance of Salvation"....

She cries out ..."I will never be your slave - to sacrifice Love for freedom -especially to a lecherous Monster"... When she blankly refuses his advances and his vile attempt at blackmail, Archdeacon Frollo - sounding more like the Executioner and Torturer.... sings ‘Confess.’

Friends - For your viewing pleasure, I have just completed this Clip - so as to again provide you the Audience with a flavour of the Music/Songs in the Musical.

Hopefully, you will make it to Premiere of the Musical, in September. Great News coming very soon. I hope you enjoy this dramatic and dynamic piece....

Cheers, Samuel Kristy

This is a powerful Song from my re-imagination of the Victor Hugo Novel ....Samuel Kristy's "Hunchback of Notre Dame -The Musical"(The Untold Story) ...Please enjoy!

Some back ground ...

The fantastic Vocalist is the amazing .......Beven Addinsal (Ex-Young Talent Time)... who performs the role of Frollo - on my double CD...Soundtrack. The Scene....

Archbishop Frollo sings this dramatic and passionate song to Esmeralda. He's torn between his inner spiritual self and his yearning for human physical comfort - to feel his manliness.

However, the temptation of the flesh has taken him to his extremities - his lowest beastly and base level. He’s resorting to trying to bribe and blackmail the chained and forlorn Esmeralda - offering her 'Freedom' - promising to save her from the Hangman if she agrees to be his Woman- and to live with him in the Cathedral.

Esmeralda - a woman of principles refuses his manipulation, abuse and physical advances - (reflecting the universal themes of the ‘Me-Too’ movement .... She would rather die ...than bow to Frollo’s demands....For her Love is everything and she could never live in his nightmare.

Frollo professes his ‘Love’ for her - but all she sees is a Satanic Evil Priest motivated only by ‘Lust’ and selfish gratification. Though she faces certain death, our he**in rejects Frollo's offer - choosing to die rather than sacrificing her Love.

Frollo is tormented by her utter contempt and rejection of him - questioning her humanity, her appearance and her character ...He needs to know if she's the ....‘Devil’..... the ‘Angel’ ..or ....‘Just God Too’.

Is this another possible ‘Theme Song’ for the Show? I will let You, the audience, be the Judge. All I can be certain of is that you will be immersed in the untold story ....the journey of the twisted soul. Be prepared to be stunned by the Songs in the Show - which have been carefully crafted to be hummable and memorable - and will leave you gob-smacked.

You will finally see why the great and renowned Peter Casey AM (Renowned Musical Director of the blockbuster shows such as Phantom, Les Mis, Cats, Cabaret, Sound of Music, Wicked. West Side Story, etc) ..has endorsed the Work as .."Magnificent and inspirational with its soaring melodies and orchestrations....truly capturing the Musical Theatre Genre"...

The conflict in ,,,"Horns or Halo?"...explores universal and powerful issues such as the "Courage and the Power of Sel-Belief and Hope"....the truth that "Love Transcends All"... and that "Freedom is a State of the Heart and Mind"..... ..”Women’s Voice to Power” ..and .. the tragedy of “Prejudice and Judgement by Appearance”...."The Eternal conflict of Good and Evil"...

Thank you again everyone for giving me the opportunity to open my Soul and to reach out and touch the strings of your heart.
I hope you too are deeply moved by my 'Heaven-Sent' - 'God inspired '- Lyrics and Music.

To all my friends, may you receive all that you wish for.

Thanks again sincerely for all your continuing love and support of my Work - The Hunchback of Notre Dame Musical.....
Cheers, Sam 🎹

For this Song.... "HORNS or HALO? " and other MOVIE CLIPS from my Hunchback Musical visit YOUTUBE at .............................. https://youtu.be/T28Aen3I7eM .....Press on the 'Photo of me' at Youtube ....and the whole Channel will open up...ENJOY!

The Entertainment industry will slowly come back to life..but only with your active and positive participation and iinvolvement....

Please support our Live Music and Theatre industry which has been hit so hard in the past few years. Remember, as we come out of lockdowns ..."Freedom is Never for Free"....

We're all in this together - to help each other rise above the storm, and enjoy our lives once more...

It's our Artists, Performers and Entertainers -around the World- who help make this a truly 'Magical Wonderful World'. ..

Cheers, Sam
And now for that sinful song ....."SEVEN DEADLY SINS"...

This is a Spectacular Song from Samuel Kristy's - 'THE HUNCHBACK of NOTRE DAME -The MUSICAL' ...Devilina the beautiful diva and temptress - is trying to tempt and persuade the Archdeacon to cross over to his dark side ...to abandon his faith ...and to dance with Sins...

The Song is performed by the highly talented Theatrical Artist 'Stephanie Wall'.

She is renowned for her excellent and dynamic Vocal Quality and incredible huge Range.

Stephanie is simply amazing, and it's an absolute privilege and joy working with her......

It will be a Sin to miss the Show...hope to see you all there...I promise you an unforgettable experience and an absolutely great night out!...

All the every best, Sam

INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’s DAY

This Song...."I'll Rise Above the Storm"...is dedicated to every woman…their treatment at the hands of ‘men of power’ and …their experience of the ‘glass ceiling’ that keeps them down.

This is an Anthem - sung by the amazing Nina Ferro - to the
“Equality, Justice,and Freedom”..that Women yearn for ….and truly deserve.

In particular this Song shows the incredible courage required - to overcome the indignity and violence faced by Women.

The Lyrics define a Woman's Pain, Dignity, Strength and Defiance' in the face of abuse, violence and adversity.

This is Esmerelda's Torch Song, her powerful and courageous ...'Voice to Power' ..

Esmeralda's Song appears just before she is about to be executed for a Crime she didn't commit - after being set up and betrayed by both her lover Phoebus and the Jealous, possessive Archdeacon.

The Priest offers to save her - in return for her agreeing to be his Woman - but she refuses. Just as Esmerlada as Executioner's Rope is put around her neck, she sings courageously .......
…”Though My Wings are So Torn .........Still.... I'll Rise above the Storm"...

At that moment (at the the crescendo of the Song) we see Esmeralda, like an Angel....with battered, torn and outstretched wings.... Rising up to the Sky.

The renowned Peter Casey AM (Music Conductor and Arranger of some of Phantom, Les Miserables, Cats, The King and I, Sound of Music ..etc...has praised 'Samuel Kristy's Hunchback Musical' as a magnificent and inspirational.

I know all about domestic violence because my poor mother was an innocent victim of my tyrannical, violent and abusive father ....She suffered up until the day she passed away...and finally found her peace and freedom.

My heart goes out to all who are imprisoned in a toxic and abusive relationship, and, who with their patience, resilience and courage are able to free themselves and ... “Rise Above the Storm”....

My heart goes out to all Women who are enslaved by society’s -
“glass ceiling “ and who dream of Equality.
...You can also see my Youtube Channel with this and other Songs from my Hunchback Musical at ...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DN1_K8x8t38All
(Performed by the amazing Nina Ferro)

All the very best, Samuel Kristy

I'M in LOVE with our LADY NOTRE DAME"

The Burning of the Notre Dame Cathedral was a real tragedy- which affected millions of people around the World. I actually wrote the Lyrics to the Song - the day I was watching the TV News showing the Fire ravaging and devastating the Church- like a hungry monster.

I had already composed the Music - but I had put it away it in the draw...with no intention to use it in the my Hunchback Musical .. The inspiration - to marry the Lyrics to the Music - was instantaneous. ......What you hear in this Song is an Anthem - a heartfelt dedication to this magnificent Lady - our Notre Dame- the Silent Witness to the 'Untold Story' ...

Now, after much of her restoration and she's burning to tell us her Story.......She's the 'GATEKEEPER to the secrets, and the UNTOLD STORY'. She is a living breathing Character permaeating my 'Hunchback Musical'.. She's been there the last 800 years ..... listening to the Voices and Whispers haunting her Hallowed Halls...... Imagine the Mysteries and Wonderous Tale she will reveal ..... "And when our Spirits Rise up to the Sun..... We'll look back on Earth and Thank her for her Charm"....(Lyric from my Song..."I'M in LOVE with our LADY NOTRE DAME" sung by the Poet Gringoire) This is just a little bit of my heart and sould - dedicated to the Victor Hugo Classic Story of the Hunchback ..as well as to the Public's Love of this Glorious Cathedral. ......Cheers, Sam🎹🎼🎤🥁

..."WHAT a WONDERFUL WORLD".... (This is a classic Song performed by Louse Armstrong Song) which means so much to me- because it speaks of the 'belief' that the World, with all it's problems, is still a 'Magic Place' to be.....I hope that my 'Hunchback Musical' will create the same Magic that will bring us all together -in a Celebration of our 'Freedom'.

It's our Artists, Performers and Entertainers -around the World- who help make this a truly 'Magical Wonderful World'.

Throughout my life - I've heard people saying that 'Artists,Performers and Musicians' should get a 'REAL JOB'....

My father threw me out of the house - because I told him I wanted to be a Musician/Composer - and at the same time - have a 'Mainstream Job/Profession'.

He offered to set me up in business - to buy a small Office Building and set me up for life as a "Professional in my own business" - as long as I promised not to do Music..

I felt I was being kept under his control - in the 'emotional chains of guilt'...I endured for all my childhood. Yes he came from poverty and difficult times - and didn't want his first Son to be in his words ..."a nobody, bum musician' ...That's understandable...but then...what is life all about, if we cannot live our life, as it's meant to be lived?...

When I refused his offer to set me up in business, he was furious - and shouted words etched into my brain........"You Ungrateful...You have to become a Man.....Music' is only for 'Hash Smoking Hippies' ...and ..."You can't do two jobs - because he who Worships Two Churches ...Cheats on one"...Then he hit me with his big emotional punch......."Why would you want to be a Slave?...You shoudn't be playing for people....People should be playing for You"...

I was shattered by his 'melt-down' - and my Mum was caught in the middle of all and she was distraught and crying ,However, none of my Father's rehetoric and blackmail would turn me away from my decision to stand up for my Vision to be 'myself'.

I ended up being thrown out of the house- with my books, clothes and smashed photos in a pile on the Street looking like a Volcano....I knew that I was then alone with nothing ...but knew that it was better to be 'alone' with me - than 'lonely' with him. For me, 'Music was Me' ...I could not separate me the Artist/Composer from the person... I was born with Music in my blood - and within my soul, and ....'no-one and nothing'.... would extract that from me ....or stop me from achieving my own dreams.

Yesterday, I was talking to someone about how 'Musicians and Performers in the Live Music and Entertainment Industry' had been finacially and emotionally devastated by the Pandemicand the Lockdowns....He said ...Well, it's their own fault - All they do is mess around and have fun ....Why don't they get a REAL Job?...

'Well guess what Mr.Cynical,....Music and the Arts ....ARE a real job....It's not all ...just have a good time and loads of fun....

There's the 'years of practice' to acquire the skills and knowledge to do the job effectively and successfully ..

There's also the 'tears of sadness' we endure .... while being undervalued and underpaid...as we play lots of those 'two-bit' joints.

Like any 'Job' - 'Performance' involves an enormous amount of preparation - rehearsal, travel, 'transporting and setting up' of musical instruments, PA Speakers and sound equipment.Overall it takes a great investment of time, effort and skill to perform well ...just like any other 'real job'.
..Just because I am 'playing a piano' - or because I am passionate about my writing/composing...or....performance and entertaining people - does not mean this is a 'fake' Job......In fact, it's 'more real ...than a real job'...because.... if we're doing a job we hate - just for the money - then how can we be doing a 'real' Job? All we are doing is going through the motions- waiting for the clock to hit 5pm...

Sure we need to live and do a Job that pays the bills...Some of us like myself, do have a second job/profession. All I know is that music composing and performing, for me is the real job...because it's not all just about the money...It's because this job is all about what I give, and not what I get....

Cheers, Sam...