Independent Composer and Musician based in London. From an early age, Fraser has been immersed in a rich variety of musical traditions, developing a refined ear for performance and composition across styles and idioms.
Independent Composer and Musician based in London.
From an early age, Fraser has been immersed in a rich variety of musical traditions, developing a refined ear for performance and composition across styles and idioms. His work spans choral (SATB), solo voice, piano, cello, big band, and brass band, reflecting a versatile and curious musical voice.
Fraser is currently studying for a Master’s in Composition at King’s College London, further honing his craft and exploring new creative directions. He is particularly inspired by the sound worlds of contemporary classical music, jazz, and folk. Looking ahead, he is keen to expand his portfolio by writing for small ensembles, solo artists, and short film or other media projects.
To discuss collaborations or learn more about Fraser’s work, feel free to get in touch.
Provided piano improvision for the film “Room 20”
Film Plot: Beginning in a world of darkness, we follow our protagonist, a man who finds himself reaching for a mystical door in hopes of freedom to unknowingly be transported through different realms, each realm encompassing reflective emotions that lead him through a journey of self discovery. What lies behind the door?
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The Lagangarbh Hut is a small, picturesque house situated in the hills of the Glencoe in the Scottish Highlands. Based on a theme of “the houses of Scotland”, this soft, meditative work is for solo cello and piano accompaniment, takes inspiration from the house and surrounding landscape.
'Epistemology', reflects the idea of musical knowledge being discovered in real-time through interaction, improvisation, and the collective intuition of the band. The piece explores the energy and momentum of a syncopated groove, providing plenty of space for the ensemble to shine. Centered around a driving rhythm, the chart offers solo opportunities for guitar, tenor saxophone and drums. The work aims to capture the dynamic essence of big band music with vibrant rhythms and relentless forward momentum.
‘The Cloud-Capp'd Towers’, follows the piece, ‘Full Fathom Five’, by utilising another of Shakespeare’s poignant passages from The Tempest. Spoken by Prospero during a play-within-a-play, the text reflects on the fleeting nature of human endeavours and the inevitable impermanence of all things. The "cloud-capp’d towers," "gorgeous palaces," and "solemn temples" represent the grandeur of human achievement, but Shakespeare reminds us that they, along with life itself, will dissolve like an insubstantial pageant, leaving “not a rack behind.” This piece aims to captures the duality of grandeur and melancholy through ethereal close harmonies and sonorous textures.
Consultant in EU policy.
Grants officer for Culture Moves Europe, the EU's largest mobility scheme for artists and cultural professionals.
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