Composer • Producer
Jacob Bright is a British composer and record producer based in Somerset, UK. After graduating from Bristol University with a Masters in Composition, Jake set out writing chamber operas and concert pieces while moonlighting in bands. As his career grew on both fronts, Jake realised there was an opportunity to become a producer focused on people rather than technology, and the two worlds merged. For the last decade and a half, Jake has been working with orchestras, bands and other media clients to create high quality music for record, stage and screen (including BBC, Channel 4, BT Sport and Bristol Old Vic). Jake’s music can be heard on all major streaming services; in concert halls; and all year round at immersive installations in the UK, France and USA.
About
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Jake’s skillset is valuable to any project that has music at its core. Over the last 15 years he has created music for a huge range of purposes, from fashion shows to advertising; from concert works to bombastic corporate parties. He is equally happy as creative lead or in a supporting role.
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Jake’s music has been used across a variety of media, from TV and film to stunt shows and projection mapping projects. He regularly writes for the concert hall, often collaborating with orchestras and other ensembles. He has written several operas, two ballets and a range of other orchestral and chamber works.
Preferring the ‘dots on the page’ approach, Jake always starts the writing process with a pencil and paper. Whether for record, stage or screen, the first musical gesture is the most important. The rest of the process is informed by that first bolt of inspiration.
As well as creating his own work, Jake’s skills as an orchestrator, arranger and programmer make him a welcome addition to any composition team.
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As a producer, Jake has created hundreds of records. He has worked alongside the likes of Khruangbin, Maribou State, Jaguar Skills, Jordan Rakei, Jerry Boys (Buena Vista Social Club, Everything But the Girl), and a range of artists. His work has been released via Ninja Tune, Sony and Universal to name but a few.
He works from his studio in Somerset, favouring the ‘out of town’ pace when making records. He is also available to collaborate remotely.
For some examples of Jake’s production work, please click here.
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Jake’s experience in event management, touring and multimedia integration means he is a valuable asset to any project that requires dilligent and thoughtful design. He has provided playback assets for arena tours; transcribed parts for orchestras for video games; designed playback systems for complex multimedia installations; and provided solutions to a range of clients from 80’s pop stars to theme parks. His ability to synchronise real musicians with prerecorded media is valuable to any band, event designer or arts organisation.
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For any project related enquiries, please include a link to previous work and a rough working schedule.
Full CV available on request.