Cinematic Hybrid Orchestra

live orchestra + backing tracks — controlled by the conductor.

Bring modern cinematic color and impact to your concert using traditional orchestral forces plus curated non-orchestral elements, performed live with a PA system and a simple playback setup.  

Luminescence

( Beethoven / Brahms / Debussy; arr. Nathan Hofheins)

Start with our flagship title: Luminescence (8’15”, Medium, SATB optional)

Each title in the Cinematic Hybrid Orchestra Series includes full score/parts plus pre-recorded backing tracks designed to blend seamlessly with live orchestra for a cinematic hybrid sound.

• Fresh audience appeal: cinematic “wow” with modern color

• Low rehearsal risk: clear workflow + practical tech requirements

• You stay in control: balance of pre-recorded elements is conductor-controlled

Luminescence at a glance:

A colorful, cinematic medley of Beethoven’s “Moonlight Sonata,” Brahms’ “Intermezzo,” and Debussy’s “Clair de lune” delivered with pre-recorded tracks to be performed live with orchestra.

• Difficulty: Medium 

• Duration: 8’15” 

• Instrumentation: WW: 2222 · BR: 4231 · Perc: 4+timp · Hp/Pf · Strings · SATB: optional 

• Commissioned by: Joseph Gehring (Chesco Pops Orchestra / Immaculata University Symphony, PA)

What you’ll need:

Basic setup

• PA / speakers: appropriate to your venue

• Playback device: smartphone

• Simple connection to house sound: headphone splitter [left to conductor earbud, right to PA / Speakers]

Standard setup

• PA / speakers: appropriate to your venue

• Playback device: iPhone (using included CueConductor app)

• Connection to house sound: headphone splitter [left to conductor earbud, right to PA / Speakers]

• Dress rehearsal in the hall to set final balance

Pro setup

• PA / speakers: appropriate to your venue

• Playback device: iPad (using included CueConductor app)

• Connection to house sound: Lightening / USB-C to split-1/4” adapter

• Dress rehearsal in the hall to set final balance

Optional

• Conductor monitor: wedge or in-ear

• Click track: sent to any in your ensemble (i.e. percussion section)

How rehearsal works:

1. Perusal & planning

   Review the perusal score + tech pack. Confirm playback routing and stage placement.

2. Integration

   Set track balance in the hall, rehearse key transitions and cue points.

3. Performance-ready

   Run once with PA in dress rehearsal. Then enjoy the cinematic lift!

Explore the Series

F.A.Q.

• Do we need a click?

  • Typically, the conductor will decided if he/she needs the click. Using the CueConductor app, the conductor can keep the orchestra and pre-recorded tracks together using synchronized audio and video streamers and pops during rehearsal and performances.

• Who runs playback?

  • The conductor runs playback from the podium.

• How do we balance the tracks with the orchestra?

  • The conductor has full control of the balance using the CueConductor app from the podium.

• What materials are included?

  • Full score and parts (PDF or physical delivery), audio and video assets for playback by a simple smartphone or using the CueConductor app for iPhone or iPad.

• What if our venue is small / we have limited sound support?

  • Only a powerful enough PA system that can balance with the orchestra is needed. No other sound support is necessary as the balance is controlled from the podium by the conductor. If the PA system is moveable (on stands, etc.), it can be placed on stage amidst or behind the orchestra so the orchestra and conductor can hear it. If it is not moveable, sometimes some on-stage monitors can be helpful so the orchestra can hear the pre-recorded tracks. The conductor can use an in-ear monitor (earbud) to hear the click if needed.

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