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Composer

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1980 in Melbourne, Australia

 

Ben Frost is a contemporary classical music composer who was born on December 1980 in Melbourne, Australia. He grew up in a family of musicians, with his father being a guitarist and his mother a singer. Frost started playing the guitar at a young age and later learned to play the piano and drums. He was exposed to a wide range of music genres, including classical, rock, and electronic music, which influenced his musical style. Frost studied music at the Queensland Conservatorium of Music in Brisbane, Australia, where he received a Bachelor of Music degree in composition. He then moved to Reykjavik, Iceland, where he established himself as a composer and producer. Frost's music is characterized by its experimental and avant-garde nature, combining elements of classical music, electronic music, and noise music. Frost's early works include the albums "Steel Wound" (2003) and "Theory of Machines" (2007), which received critical acclaim for their innovative soundscapes and use of unconventional instruments. "Theory of Machines" was inspired by the sounds of industrial machinery and featured recordings of factory equipment and power tools. In 2009, Frost released "By the Throat," which marked a departure from his earlier works and showcased his ability to create emotionally charged and cinematic music. The album featured collaborations with Icelandic composer and producer Valgeir Sigurðsson and Australian singer and songwriter Amiina. "By the Throat" was praised for its haunting melodies and atmospheric soundscapes, and it established Frost as a leading figure in the contemporary classical music scene. Frost's subsequent works include the albums "A U R O R A" (2014) and "The Centre Cannot Hold" (2017), which continued to push the boundaries of classical music and explore new sonic territories. "A U R O R A" was inspired by the natural phenomena of the aurora borealis and featured collaborations with electronic musicians such as Tim Hecker and Daniel Bjarnason. The album was praised for its intense and immersive soundscapes, which combined orchestral instruments with electronic textures. "The Centre Cannot Hold" was recorded in 2016 during a residency at the studios of the legendary producer Steve Albini in Chicago. The album was created in response to the political and social turmoil of the time and featured collaborations with Icelandic composer Jóhann Jóhannsson and Australian drummer Greg Fox. "The Centre Cannot Hold" was praised for its raw and visceral sound, which captured the energy and urgency of the times. Frost's music has been featured in films, television shows, and video games, including the films "Sleeping Beauty" (2011) and "Fortitude" (2015), the television series "Dark" (2017), and the video game "Far Cry 5" (2018). He has also collaborated with a wide range of artists, including the Icelandic band Sigur Rós, the American composer Nico Muhly, and the British electronic musician Brian Eno. In addition to his work as a composer, Frost is also a visual artist and has created installations and performances that combine music, video, and sculpture. His works have been exhibited in galleries and museums around the world, including the Barbican Centre in London, the Museum of Contemporary Art in Tokyo, and the National Gallery of Victoria in Melbourne.

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