Simon Cowell was bowled over by Escala the moment he heard them in the semi-finals of Britain's Got Talent. "They are completely original and they have got it all; remarkable dedication and training, looks, intelligence, the right attitude to make it big and music that has wide appeal. With their amazing stage presence as well, they are a rare talent."
Escala's debut album features the quartet's renditions of recognizable songs from a broad cross section of artists and musical genres. Songs include Led Zeppelin's "Kashmir" (featuring Slash), "Live and Let Die" by Wings, "Chi Mai" theme by Ennio Morricone and ESCALA's signature tune "Palladio."
Escala are: violinist Victoria Lyon (the great-great-grand-daughter of the renowned 19th century opera singer Jenny Lind), violinist Izzy Johnston, viola player Chantal Leverton and cellist Tasya Hodges. All four women studied at prestigious London music colleges on their way to becoming highly trained, professional classical performers. Recruited as part of a large string ensemble for a UK arena tour, the four women became close friends and after performing in front of 14 million viewers on Britain's Got Talent 2008 final, the quartet was signed by Simon Cowell to Syco Entertainment.
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