Deborah Shaw is a composer, harpist and pianist based in Edinburgh. Fusing real instruments, voice and progressive electronica, her work encapsulates a singular and striking sonic landscape. Using collected sounds and inspiration drawn from the natural world such as birdsong, the tides and community voices, she sets out to create beguiling songs and compelling soundscapes. Performing as Aurora Engine, she is due to release an album, funded by Creative Scotland, later this year.
Deborah has composed for film and TV and is currently Composer in Residence for Earth In Common, an environmental organisation responding to the climate crisis and exploring nature through the arts. Part of her ongoing work involves producing compositions from ocean waste and recycled materials. She will be on tour in July with BFI (British Film Industry) funding, live scoring a series of silent films.