Fred Frith

Born: 1949-02-17

English musician, composer and professor, who is known for his avant-garde works involving electric guitars, film soundtracks and using improvisations in his music. He first gained prominence as a member of progressive rock band Henry Cow, in the 1970s, and collaborated with various musicians and bands throughout his career. Since the 1980s, he has composed music for film, theatre and dance. In addition, he was Professor of Composition in the Music Department at Mills College in Oakland, California until his retirement in 2018.


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Touch the Sound

as Himself
Released: 2004-09-10

A documentary which explores the connections among sound, rhythm, time, and the body by...

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A Bookshelf on Top of the Sky: 12 Stories About John Zorn

as Self
Released: 2002-06-29

A rare peek into the working methods of John Zorn. Filmed over a ten year period, this...

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Step Across the Border

as Self
Released: 1990-09-08

An avant-garde documentary film on English guitarist, composer and improviser Fred Frith.

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Attwenger Adventure

as uncredited
Released: 2007-01-01

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