As part of Silkroad’s post-pandemic relaunch under new artistic director Rhiannon Giddens, I was brought on to direct a multi-camera concert film for the ensemble’s Phoenix Rising tour. This performance captured the emotional arc of Silkroad’s evolving identity, featuring original compositions, live arrangements, and the presence of founder Yo-Yo Ma at select performances.

I led the directing process across rehearsal and live performance, working closely with our four-camera team to shape both the visual flow and emotional narrative of the concert. From stage blocking to sound coordination to live shooting strategy, the focus was on capturing intimacy, movement, and the collective energy of the ensemble on tour.

Director of Photography was Nabil Abdulkadir