The Documentary Podcast In the Studio: Anna Clyne and Jody Elff
Apr 7, 2025
Contemporary classical composer Anna Clyne, known for her innovative compositions, teams up with her Grammy-winning husband, audio engineer Jody Elff. They discuss their latest project, PALETTE, a concerto inspired by colors that will be performed by the St Louis Symphony Orchestra. The intriguing concept of the Augmented Orchestra, blending live orchestration with electronic manipulation, takes center stage. Anna's unique approach includes painting seven pieces that complement her music, enhancing the overall sensory experience for the audience.
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Troublemaker in the Orchestra
- Anna Clyne feels like a troublemaker, pushing boundaries with her Augmented Orchestra in the classical music world.
- She values the honest feedback in her 20-year collaboration with her husband, Jody.
Palette's Symbiosis
- Anna Clyne's Palette concerto merges music and art, with seven movements inspired by seven colors.
- A texture in a painting might inspire a texture in the orchestra, creating a symbiotic relationship.
Organic Augmentation
- Anna and Jody use real-time processing, extending the orchestra's sound organically during live performances.
- This approach avoids looping or pre-recording, maintaining the music's dynamic nature.