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Mira Calix on her Adventures with Prince Achmed

Feb 9, 2010 | No Comments | ByClare Callan

Mira Calix

Mira Calix

Fresh from winning a Composer of The Year Award 2009, Mira Calix is known for her innovative scores, often accompanied by unique visual displays. As part of a special commission for the BEV Film Festival this year she will be presenting an original score for the first ever feature-length animation. Subtle and  beautiful, The Adventures of Price Achmed was directed by Lotte Reiniger in 1926. The trailblaizing Warp-signed composer/ musician shares the story so far… Read the full story