Interview with Ozawa Takumi (Twst Lyricist and Composer)

A partial translation of an interview with Ozawa Takumi (Twisted Wonderland lyricist and composer) from the first volume of the Twisted Wonderland FanBook (2020).
0:00 - Introduction
0:23 - "Actually, I was told not to focus too much on the 'Disney' aspect..."
0:52 - The Night Ravens
1:20 - "I composed the background music first."
1:42 - "I am given instructions for each song..."
2:17 - "The piano is often involved."
2:47 - "The rhythmic tracks take the most time to compose."
3:06 - "I complete everything at home on synthesizers..."
3:23 - "I am often singing the choruses in the music."
3:47 - "At first glance, I was most interested in Idia."
4:25 - "It might be fun for people to try and guess..."
4:43 - Alan Menken inspirations

[@Seelie_Serenus]

It’s interesting to hear her insights on the creation of the music of twst. Thank you for the video, YuuRei!

[@YuuRei20]

Thank you for watching! ^^

[@spektre9769]

Aww this is such a wholesome interview! It's very cool to hear about the behind-the-scenes aspect of these iconic tracks we hear in the game. Thank you for the translation!

[@YuuRei20]

Thank you for watching! ^^

[@peerlesscucumber5093]

Referencing the music from Tinkerbell seems to nearly confirm that it was what Fairy Gala was inspired/based on.
And LOL the clip of the VDC practice rhythm game (3:42) while difficulty was brought up.

[@naofibooster]

The twst osts really makes me feel like I’m in a Disney Park so she definitely succeeded! It was very insightful to know the progress behind all the beloved songs and ost. Thank you YuuRei!

[@YuuRei20]

Thank you so much for watching! ^^