The Austin-based composer talks about scoring films for the likes of Richard Linklater, his process for juggling music projects, and bringing his latest release, Music For Prophet, to the concert stage.
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Today, the Spotlight shines On the acclaimed and intriguing composer, bandleader, and improviser Graham Reynolds.
The Austin-based Reynolds has composed for countless film, television, dance, and theatrical productions, serving most notably as the sonic collaborator of director Richard Linklater. He is also Artistic Director of the new music-focused non-profit Golden Hornet.
Graham joined me on the occasion of his solo release from earlier this year, Music for Prophet (Parts 1–4), on Fire Records. We discussed the benefits of having a dedicated workspace at home and the importance of balancing practical tasks with creative ones. We explored the relationship between composition and improvisation in music, Graham’s feelings about live performance, our musical upbringings, the state of the arts and film, and, my favorite, the role of humor in music.
(The musical excerpts heard in the interview are from Graham Reynolds' latest release, Music For Prophet)
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00:00:00 - Introduction and Graham's studio setup
00:03:59 - Time management and creative process
00:07:17 - Balancing composition and improvisation
00:13:05 - Live performances and repertoire
00:17:57 - Musical upbringing and influences
00:24:45 - Moving to and working in Austin, Texas
00:30:33 - Changes in Austin's music scene
00:34:21 - Challenges in the performing arts
00:40:08 - The role of humor in music
00:44:59 - Book recommendations and closing thoughts
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- Visit Graham Reynolds at https://www.grahamreynolds.com
Purchase Graham Reynolds' Music For Prophet at Fire Records → https://www.firerecords.com/product/graham-reynolds-music-for-prophet
Qobuz → https://www.qobuz.com/us-en/album/music-for-prophet-parts-1-4-graham-reynolds/izf0zkekrs84a
or Bandcamp → https://grahamreynoldsmusic.bandcamp.com/album/music-for-prophet-parts-1-4
and listen on your streaming platform of choice → https://album.link/i/1726422015
Follow Graham Reynolds on Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/GrahamReynoldsMusic
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