"I often find myself trying to write music in which different structures are evolving simultaneously. I’m fascinated with the whole idea of foreground and background in music, as well as the ways in which we perceive time and musical narrative, and how these elements can be moulded or distorted. In this respect I have found certain aspects of cinema and theatre intriguing as possible models. I’m not keen on the idea of musical ideologies or camps; to me the best music, whatever the style, should be full of strong, imaginative ideas that are developed in compelling ways." [J.P.]