The latest single by Korean-born, California-raised electronic film composer and producer George Sarah blends the perfect mix of electronic pop, soaring synths, and the undeniable voice of Angela McCluskey, who has graced the airwaves with unforgettable songs like Breathe by (Télépopmusik). Sarah, formerly of T.H.C. (Buffy the Vampire Slayer) and songwriter in the dark wave/Industrial project Stereotaxic Device, incorporates his style of melodic melodies with depth and beauty. The song was recorded before McCluskey's untimely passing in 2024 and was completed by Sarah in 2025.
World Premiere of live musical score by George Sarah • string quartet + vocal quartet + electronics.
Friday and Saturday Aug 14 and 15, 2026
at the Sierra Madre Playhouse
87 W Sierra Madre Blvd
Sierra Madre, CA 91024
Join us for a powerful screening of Sergei Eisenstein’s groundbreaking silent film Battleship Potemkin, now re-imagined through a live score composed by George Sarah. Known for bridging electronic, classical and chamber music traditions, Sarah brings his unique sonic voice to this cinematic masterpiece—integrating string quartet textures, a five-voice vocal ensemble, and subtle electronic elements to transform the screening into a multisensory experience.
The film charts the 1905 uprising aboard the Russian battleship Potemkin, a cinematic landmark whose montage, rhythm and emotional energy still resonate. Under Sarah’s score, the visuals are echoed and amplified: the strings underscore dramatic tension and camaraderie; the voices give human edge to mass uprising; the electronics add depth and contemporary resonance. The result is an event where silent-film history meets live music vitality.
Set in Sierra Madre Playhouse’s intimate setting, you’ll hear every phrase of the quartet, feel the breath of the voices, and watch the images as if for the first time. This isn’t just a screening—it’s a concert, a revival, and a moment of connection between film, sound, and live presence. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to experience one of cinema’s boldest works with a live score crafted for today’s audience.
I'll be at NAMM this year 2026. I'm endorsed by and will be playing bass for Guson Music Company along with a few guest musicians though out the afternoon on Fri Jan 23, 12 Noon-4PM, Booth 3902 at the Anaheim Convention Center. Stop by if you're going!
Solo Noise Set. It's going to be LOUD!
The latest single by Korean-born, California-raised electronic film composer and producer George Sarah blends the perfect mix of electronic pop, soaring synths, and the undeniable voice of Angela McCluskey, who has graced the airwaves with unforgettable songs like Breathe by (Télépopmusik). Sarah, formerly of T.H.C. (Buffy the Vampire Slayer) and songwriter in the dark wave/Industrial project Stereotaxic Device, incorporates his style of melodic melodies with depth and beauty. The song was recorded before McCluskey's untimely passing in 2024 and was completed by Sarah in 2025.
Universe Multicultural Film Festival. June 21 and 22 I will be a presenter and a juror on the music panel.