Vinícius Motta

Vinícius Motta

Key Facts

Biography

Vinícius is a Brazilian-British composer, arranger-orchestrator, performer, and educator based in Birmingham, UK, He specializes in crafting works that span a wide spectrum of musical styles. His creative emphasis lies in exploring the nuances of timbre, aleatoricism, and challenging conventional ensemble norms by exploring performers’ independence within a collective setting. His works have earned recognition through performances and recordings by esteemed ensembles such as the Orchestra of the Swan, Contemporary Music for All, Quatuor Bozzini and the City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra. Notable venues where his works have been performed include Symphony Hall (Birmingham), St John’s Smith Square (London), and the CBSO Centre (Birmingham).

Furthermore, Vinícius seamlessly integrates his Brazilian heritage into his creative endeavours by infusing his compositions with South American rhythms, Portuguese lyrics, and personal experiences from his time in Brazil. His melodic craftsmanship and lyrical compositions evoke the soulful essence of Brazilian Bossa Nova, characterized by a deliberate fusion of melody and lyrics to achieve a natural and conversational tone. Additionally, his works showcase a rich harmonic palette reminiscent of jazz and Bossa Nova, Japanese video game and chamber music, and French impressionistic music.

Vinícius has extensive experience as an arranger and orchestrator, collaborating with various emerging ensembles in Birmingham. Most recently, he founded and directs BGMe (Birmingham Game Music ensemble), where he arranges and adapts video game music for chamber orchestra performances and recordings, fostering new audiences in classical settings.

Vinícius received the 2024 Royal Birmingham Conservatoire Orchestral Composition Prize, for his work for orchestra “CRY”. He is currently being supported by the Countess of Munster Musical Trust.

 

Award: Silver Medal 2024

Photo Credit: James Sharif