The Cinematic Orchestra is a UK-based jazz and electronic outfit, created i… Read Full Bio ↴The Cinematic Orchestra is a UK-based jazz and electronic outfit, created in 1999 by composer/programmer/multi-instrumentalist Jason Swinscoe, which records on the Ninja Tune independent record label.

Other members include Tom Chant (saxophone), Phil France (double bass), Luke Flowers (drums), Nick Ramm (piano), Stuart McCallum (guitar); former members include Jamie Coleman (trumpet), T. Daniel Howard (drums), Alex James (piano), and Patrick "PC" Carpenter (turntables).

In both live and studio context, the Cinematic Orchestra employ a live band which improvises along with a turntablist and electronic elements such as samples provided by Swinscoe. In their studio releases Swinscoe will often remix the live source material to produce a finished product that is a seamless combination of live jazz improvisation with electronics, such that it is difficult to tell where the improvisation ends and the production begins. It is worth mentioning that in the sound of the Cinematic Orchestra the role of traditional solo instruments, such as piano or wind instruments, is not the same as in traditional jazz; instead of performing intricate solos they provide a mature accompaniment environment and quite often there is more space for the drums and the double bass to have a lead role.

The Cinematic Orchestra have been noted for their new score to the classic 1929 Dziga Vertov's Ukrainian film "Man with a Movie Camera". They have worked on two other scores: they recorded some tracks for "Ils se marièrent et eurent beaucoup d'enfants" (2004) and made the music for the Disney Nature movie "The Crimson Wing" (2009).

The Cinematic Orchestra released their latest album "Ma Fleur" on 7th May 2007. The album features vocals from Patrick Watson, Fontella Bass and Lou Rhodes. In 2010 their compilation Late Night Tales followed.

They have started their own record label: Motion Audio Records. One record has been released by Lou Rhodes. More releases will follow, including Grey Reverend.

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All That You Give
The Cinematic Orchestra Lyrics

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All that you are
All that you are,
All that you have,
All that you give

Mmmm

You hear me ravin'

You hear me ravin'
Ravin', ravin'

You see me cryin'
I'm grieving from my hat down to my shoes

Mmmm-hmm

All that you are
All that you are,
All that you have,
All that you give

All that you give

Overall Meaning

The Cinematic Orchestra's song All That You Give speaks to the companionship and valuable presence that someone can bring to another. The consistency, dedication, and support that a person can offer is highlighted in the repeated phrase "all that you are, all that you have, all that you give." The lyrics suggest that through the highs and lows, good times and bad, a person's unwavering presence and contributions are appreciated and valued.

Line by Line Meaning

All that you are
Everything that makes up your being

All that you have
All of your possessions

All that you give
Everything you offer to others, including love, support, and material things

Mmmm
This is a sound of contemplation or agreement, like 'hmm' or 'yes.'

You hear me ravin'
You listen to me when I am ecstatic or enthusiastic about something

Ravin', ravin'
This line emphasizes the passion and intensity of the raving, perhaps indicating a loss of control.

You see me cryin'
You witness my sorrow and emotional pain

I'm grieving from my hat down to my shoes
I feel overwhelming sadness to the point that it affects me physically

Mmmm-hmm
This line is another sound of agreement, but with slightly more emphasis and firmness.

Lyrics © Wixen Music Publishing
Written by: Carlos Santana, Jason Angus Stoddart Swinscoe, Philip Jonathan France, Tom Coster

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