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The original compositions of Frank Horvat are influenced by the
post-modern idea of eclecticism. His portfolio of compositions
demonstrates a variety of musical styles, some even combined within
one work.
A common question to most composers is who and what are your influences?
For Frank, that's an easy & short answer:
Everything! From Bach to Beethoven to Bartók
to Bjork, folk musics from around the world, jazz & blues,
minimalism. His compositions have been based on real world themes
such as family, athletic pursuits, and September 11. Sometimes
his works have been based on nothing but a catchy little musical
passage.
For Frank, creative new music does not have to be put on a pedestal
and be art with a capital "A". Making an emotional and/or
cerebral connection with an audience is paramount. That is why
he feels strongly about performing his own works whenever possible.
Frank believes music can be expressed in many ways: chamber to
ensemble, electronic works, combinations with other media like
film. Frank Horvat's compositional technique of eclecticism is
what stimulates his musical ideas, thoughts and dreams.
"Your compositions were really unique - really
different and interesting. I've never heard anything like that
before - a bit minimalist with 'more'. Great concert!"
- Composer, Susan Griesdale, after attending a performance
by Frank Horvat
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