In The Golden Touch, the team that created the children’s operetta and picture book Time for Flowers and Time for Snow tackles the myth of King Midas—again with songs and laughs and touching drama. Monty Python’s Terry Jones reads award-winning writer Glen Huser’s retelling of the classic tale of the foolish king whose lust for gold nearly costs him his family and his life.

Included is a CD of the children’s opera, with music by the acclaimed Greek composer Giannis Georgantelis, performed by Chroma Musika with over a hundred Montreal school children and accompanied by the Orchestre Symphonique Pop de Montréal.

Praise for The Golden Touch:

“The beautiful art, the wry retelling of a classic tale, the playful and informative song lyrics, (all create) an immersive experience that will captivate.” — Quill & Quire

Composer’s Biography:

Giannis Georgantelis was born in Athens and studied music at the National Conservatory. He has composed music for theatrical plays, multimedia projects, festivals as well as musical ensembles. His musical contribution to the experimental multimedia play marcopolis.com was performed in Megaron Concert Hall, Athens. Giannis is also an accomplished orchestrator having arranged many different folk songs of the Mediterranean for his group Carousel. His discography includes 2 CDs and 2 Children’s Operas which received great critical acclaim in Greece.

About the Illustrator:

Philippe Béha is a two-time winner of the Governor General’s Award.