1. Overview
Christina Schilling is a prominent Danish songwriter, singer, and musician known for her significant contributions to the international music scene. She has written numerous songs for artists and producers across Europe, including Denmark, Sweden, Iceland, Ireland, Spain, Slovenia, Latvia, Lithuania, and South Africa, and is an integral part of the songwriting collective Pixieland Productions. Schilling has achieved notable success in various music competitions, most notably co-writing the winning song for the 2013 Viña del Mar International Song Festival in Chile and participating extensively in the Eurovision Song Contest and its national selections. She is also a member, songwriter, and vocalist of the jazz pop project Technicoloured Roses, and her musical compositions have been featured in films and musicals.
2. Early Life and Background
Christina Schilling (Christina SchillingDanish) was born on March 10, 1981. She hails from Denmark, where she began her journey in music, eventually establishing herself as a versatile artist in songwriting, singing, and performing.
3. Career
Christina Schilling's career spans various facets of the music industry, encompassing extensive songwriting, vocal performances, and collaborative projects. Her work has garnered international recognition, particularly through her contributions to major music festivals and chart-topping successes in multiple countries.
3.1. Songwriting and Collaborations
As a prolific songwriter, Christina Schilling has collaborated with a diverse range of artists and producers from both Europe and the United States. Her compositions have achieved commercial success, with several songs charting internationally. She is an integral part of the songwriting team Pixieland Productions. In 2010, her composition "Like Pantomime," performed by Icelandic artist Erna Hrönn, reached the Icelandic Top 20 Chart. In 2011, she co-wrote "Falling," sung by Nikki Kavanagh, which climbed into the top 10 on the iTunes chart in Ireland. That same year, the song "Volver," performed by the Spanish group Auryn, was featured in Spain's national pre-selection for the Eurovision Song Contest. "Volver" was included on Auryn's album "Endless Road, 7058," which was honored as "Best New Album" by Televisión Española (TVE) and achieved chart success, reaching number 11 on the official Spanish album chart, Productores de Música de España (PROMUSICAE).
3.2. Eurovision Song Contest and National Selections
Christina Schilling has had significant involvement as a songwriter and backing vocalist in the Eurovision Song Contest and various national selections across multiple countries. Her notable entries include:
| Song | Artist(s) | Contest/National Selection | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| "Someday" | Hera Björk | Denmark 2009 | 2nd place in national final (won OGAE Second Chance Contest 2009) |
| "Et Cetera" | Sinéad Mulvey & Black Daisy | Eurovision Song Contest 2009 (representing Ireland) | 1st place in national selection, 11th place in Eurovision semi-final |
| "Tonight" | Kafka ir Ruta | Lithuania 2010 | 4th place in semi-final of national selection |
| "Falling" | Nikki Kavanagh | Ireland 2011 | 2nd place in national selection |
| "Sueños rotos" | Melissa | Spain 2011 | 5th place in national selection |
| "Volver" | Auryn | Spain 2011 | 2nd place in national selection |
| "Run" | Eva Boto | Slovenia 2012 | 4th place in national selection |
| "Fool In Love" | Davids & Dinara | Latvia 2013 | 11th place in national selection |
| "Conquer My Heart" | Svetlana Bogdanova | Moldova 2013 | 11th place in national selection |
| "Sound of Colours" | Jurgis Bruzga | Lithuania 2015 | 5th place in national selection |
| "Dangerous (S.O.S.)" | (Artist unspecified) | Lithuania 2015 | 3rd place in national selection |
In 2009, Schilling represented Ireland with the song "Et Cetera", performed by Sinéad Mulvey & Black Daisy, at the Eurovision Song Contest held in Moscow, Russia. She also wrote and provided backing vocals for "Someday", which was performed by Icelandic singer Hera Björk and finished as the runner-up in the Dansk Melodi Grand Prix 2009, the Danish national final. "Someday" subsequently became a significant hit and secured a victory for Denmark in the OGAE Second Chance Contest 2009.
3.3. Viña del Mar International Song Festival Success
In 2013, Christina Schilling achieved a significant milestone by co-writing the winning song of the internationally acclaimed Viña del Mar International Song Festival, held annually in Chile. The victorious song, "Because You Can," was performed by the Icelandic artist Hera Björk. This composition was a collaborative effort, co-written by Christina Schilling alongside Camilla Gottschalck, Hera Björk, Örlygur Smári, and Jonas Gladnikoff. This win marked a historic moment as it was the first time in the festival's history that a winning song was penned by Danish songwriters.
3.4. Technicoloured Roses Project
Christina Schilling is a central figure in the jazz pop musical project known as Technicoloured Roses, serving as a member, songwriter, and vocalist. The group released its first single, "Keep On Playing," which introduced their unique sound to audiences. In 2012, Technicoloured Roses followed up with their debut extended play (EP), titled "Planet of the Roses."
3.5. Other Media Contributions
Beyond her work in popular music and songwriting, Christina Schilling has also contributed her musical talents to other forms of media. Her compositions have been featured in theatrical productions and films. Notably, her music was used in a stage adaptation of Anton Chekhov's play Bjørnen (The Bear) staged in Copenhagen, Denmark. Additionally, her musical work was featured in Manny Quinn: The Musical, a production staged in Dublin, Ireland.
4. External links
- [http://www.pixielandproductions.dk Pixieland Productions]