In 'Wild Concerto', Stewart Copeland collaborates with naturalist Martyn Stewart to create a unique album that combines field recordings of animal sounds and orchestral elements. Featuring a variety of animals, including Arctic terns, wolves, and frogs, the composition brings an innovative approach to music, where nature's sounds interact dynamically with traditional instruments like saxophones and pianos. Copeland emphasizes authenticity, utilizing unaltered recordings to create melodies and harmonies that enhance the listening experience. This project also reflects the themes of migration and the beauty of the natural world through its sonic explorations.
Instead of sopranos and tenors, I'm working with hyenas, wolves and a chorus of birds. Their voices bring an unparalleled authenticity to the music.
I put them in positions so that they add up to a melody and rhythm... The synergy is amazing.
The wolves are howling with great soul, great passion, and accompanied by a trombone following their line. It's jazz, the jazz wolf of the Arctic tundra.
Wild Concerto is inspired by the remarkable migration of the Arctic tern from pole to pole.
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