Short bio Ailis Ni Riain
Full biography Ailis Ni Riain
Ailis Ni Riain is an Irish composer whose works have received worldwide recognition for their innovative and thought-provoking nature. Born in County Clare, Ireland, Ni Riain began her musical journey learning piano at a young age, before going on to study composition at Trinity College Dublin and the University of York.
Ni Riain's music is deeply reflective of her interest in spirituality and the human condition, often incorporating elements of spoken word, theater, and visual media into her compositions. Her works encompass a wide range of genres, from choral and orchestral pieces to electro-acoustic soundscapes.
One of Ni Riain's most notable works is "Breaking Rainbows," a choral piece that explores themes of isolation and connection, drawing on the poetry of Christina Rossetti. The work has been performed by renowned choirs around the world, including the BBC Singers and the National Chamber Choir of Ireland.
Ni Riain's music has been featured at numerous international festivals, including the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, the Adelaide Festival, and the Huddersfield Contemporary Music Festival. In 2012, she was awarded a Fulbright Scholarship to work at the University of Montana, where she collaborated with various artists and scholars to create interdisciplinary projects.
Ni Riain continues to push the boundaries of contemporary composition, exploring new techniques and mediums to express her ideas and philosophy. Her unique perspective and innovative approach have cemented her as a vital voice in the world of contemporary music.
Compositions featuring Ailis Ni Riain
| # | Name | Duration | Genre | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hiding Out 'Neath the Everything, for violin & fixed audio | 6:36 min | Chamber Music | 2021 |
| 2 | Revelling/Reckoning, for wind quintet & percussion | 14:57 min | Chamber Music | 2021 |
| 3 | Our First Lesson in Forgetting, for guitar | 7:24 min | Chamber Music | 2019 |
| 4 | Parambassis, for bass clarinet & recorders | 8:06 min | Chamber Music | 2019 |
| 5 | Consent #7, for bass flute & bass clarinet | 7:40 min | Chamber Music | 2017 |
| 6 | Highfalutin, for 2 flutes | 2:12 min | Chamber Music | 2017 |
| 7 | Soberado, for toy piano | 3:03 min | Keyboard | 2017 |
| 8 | Brief-Blue-Electric-Bloom, for 2 guitars (acoustic or electric) | Chamber Music | 2010 | |
| 9 | The Last Time I Died..., for violin, piano & percussion | 8:12 min | Chamber Music | 2002 |
| 10 | DON'T, for bass clarinet & cello | 4:50 min | Chamber Music | 2000 |
| 11 | Seahorse (long snouted), for prepared piano | 3:42 min | Keyboard | - |
Albums featuring Ailis Ni Riain
| # | Сover | Name album | Year | Music label |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  |
SpiritVarious – New Music::New Ireland Three(2×CD, Album) | 2018 | The Contemporary Music Centre, Ireland |
| 2 |  |
StreetSongVarious – Contemporary Music From Ireland Volume 10(CD, Compilation, Promo) | 2011 | The Contemporary Music Centre, Ireland |
| 3 |  |
But Will You?Various – Alternating Current(CDr, Compilation, Limited Edition) | 2010 | SoundFjord |
| 4 |  |
StreetsongVarious – Midem/09(2×CDr, Compilation) | 2009 | Music From Ireland |
| 5 |  |
TranSextremeVarious – Deep Wireless 4: Radio Art Compilation(2×CD, Compilation) | 2007 | New Adventures In Sound Art |
| 6 |  |
The Falling Part 1Various – Volume - Crawford Art Gallery, Cork(CD, Album, Compilation) | 1996 | Not On Label |
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