Act By Act: Tristan Allen – Tin Iso and the Dawn

“Tin Iso and the Dawn is a shadow puppet symphony performed alongside an original, full length album. The project shares origins of an imaginary world created to give age-old magic life through music and puppetry. It’s my first in a trilogy of creation myths setting the foundation for an overarching story I’ll be developing for years to come.”

As a live performance or through recorded mediums, Tin Iso invites the listener to project their own narratives onto its ethereal landscapes. Tristan’s experimental approach to storytelling, supported by a mini homemade orchestra and rich sound design, renders each act a profound expression of tonal possibilities, illuminating the depths of the narrative journey. Through its release in various formats, Tin Iso and the Dawn not only captivates with its sonic exploration but also supports the Forest Peoples Programme, underscoring Tristan’s commitment to both artistic innovation and social impact.

“Starting with piano, lights dim to black as a melody slips into abstraction. Iso awakens to a bang as Tin crashes through the sky forming a hole above (the moon), light pours through and they meet. Their journey through shadow brings forth a rising sun and the beginning of life.”