Minima
“Minima are one of the leading bands accompanying silent film in Europe.” (Barbican Centre, London)
Minima have been creating and performing live scores to silent films since 2006: a 21st-Century interpretation of the moving images of the 1920s. Multiple instruments and state-of-the-art sound equipment creates an uncompromising, immersive cinema experience. Follow on Facebook and Instagram for news and updates.
Based in Bristol, Minima perform in cinemas, art centres and festivals, as well as smaller venues – village halls, churches and community centres – as part of UK-wide rural touring schemes.
“Minima’s spine-tingling music clung to each twist of the movie… spellbinding.” (The Guardian)
Audiences are of all ages, with these post-show comments typical: “wouldn’t have been the same without the music.” — “blew me away.” — “fascinating and intriguing.” — “fantastic, mesmerising, unique.” — “A masterstroke to invite Minima… this has to be one of the most enjoyable evenings ever.” — “The musical accompaniment was outstanding! Made for an unforgettable evening.” — “Minima were fantastic and made the film rise to another level.”
“Acclaimed soundscapers Minima provide a superlative soundtrack.” (Time Out London)
Minima specialise in the darker side of silent film: the main repertoire includes the German horror films Nosferatu and The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari, the original Phantom of the Opera, and Alfred Hitchcock’s murder-mystery The Lodger.
Highlights over the years have included Glastonbury Festival, the Barbican Centre, BFI Southbank, Malta International Arts Festival and the Transylvania International Film Festival.
“One of the spring’s coolest events… Minima capture the film’s mood perfectly.” (Daily Telegraph)
Instrumentation features cello, double bass, regular and baritone guitars, mandolin, autoharp, dulcimer, synthesizer, xylosynth and drum kit.
Minima can supply and engineer sound equipment for shows and provide projector and screen if needed.
“A superbly sinister live score by the soundtrack group Minima.” (Financial Times)