PROGRAMME NOTES

‘Picture This...’ draws inspiration from abstract animations by Norman McLaren and Stan Brakhage: Pas de Deux (1968), Begone Dull Care (1949) and The Dante Quartet (1987). This piece not only draws on the visual elements of these animations, but also on the characteristics of the visuals and their associated techniques that both McLaren and Brakhage used to devise these works. These approaches include drawing and scratching directly on to the film and creating a stroboscopic effect within their visuals. Throughout the piece, you will explore and indulge in various colours and textures, a moment to experience and pay homage to short excerpts from each of these animations, from the cacophonous and dense textures of Brakhage to the luscious and white-noise quality film of McLaren. TP

Tayla’s most recent achievements and commissions include being selected for BBC NOW’s Composition: Wales scheme and Tŷ Cerdd’s CoDI Move and CoDI Lead schemes (in association with Hijinx Theatre and Paraorchestra), Green Space Dark Skies and NightMusic (performed by organist James McVinnie). She was also assistant composer for Theatr Genedlaethol Cymru’s Anfamol production, and premiered her interactive audio installation MIXTAPE at the RWCMD’s Atmospheres festival.

Tayla’s works have been performed in Cardiff venues such as BBC Hoddinott Hall, St David’s Hall, g39 and SHIFT, and a television premiere on BBC One Wales. Additionally, her creative practice includes community music, working with organisations such as Mess Up The Mess (Fi, Ti a Ni, Bloedd and Ice Spy) and Operasonic (Folks of the Footbridge, Sonic Singalong and The Riverfront Project).