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Orchestra Built by Hand for Masterpiece
6 Sep
Summary
- Composer built a 70-piece orchestra for his record.
- Features guest artists like David Byrne and Caetano Veloso.
- Album blends orchestral pop with diverse musical references.
Seattle composer Jherek Bischoff faced the challenge of creating an orchestral pop record without an actual orchestra. He ingeniously overcame this by building a 70-piece ensemble himself through meticulous multi-tracking of musician friends.
The resulting album, "Composed," showcases this remarkable feat with guest appearances from notable artists like David Byrne, Caetano Veloso, and Greg Saunier. Each collaboration offers a unique contribution to Bischoff's ambitious compositions.
Drawing inspiration from figures like Van Dyke Parks, Bischoff's music incorporates a deep well of references, ranging from classical pieces to bossa nova. While the album is a testament to his talent, it also hints at a developing artistic voice, with borrowed ideas gradually being shaped into his own signature sound.
