Biography
Tim Clément is a Canadian composer, multimedia artist, filmmaker and producer whose work explores the intersection of music, landscape, storytelling, and immersive media. Drawing on his Indigenous ancestral roots in Northern Québec and a deep connection to the land, he creates atmospheric sonic and visual works that bring audiences closer to the natural world.
Over a career spanning more than four decades, Clément has worked across recording, film, television, theatre, dance, and installation. He is known for his longstanding creative partnership with composer Mychael Danna, with whom he created a series of collaborative albums, including A Gradual Awakening, Summerland, Another Sun, and North of Niagara.
During the early 1990s, Clément spent five years as Composer-in-Residence at Toronto’s McLaughlin Planetarium, creating original music and spatial sound environments for public star shows. His exploration of immersive sound and storytelling during this period continues to shape his work today.
As an independent recording artist, Clément has released a body of work spanning ambient, electronic, acoustic, and environmental music, including Waterstation, Wolfsong Night, and Terra Divina. His music frequently incorporates field recording and draws inspiration from the Canadian landscape.
In parallel with his music career, Clément has developed an extensive practice as a cinematographer, editor, composer, and producer, independently producing more than 50 short films and videos, both his own works and projects created for other artists.
His current work brings these disciplines together. He is presently developing LIGHTS ABOVE CANADA, a fulldome planetarium work combining astronomy, original spatial music, cinematic imagery, visual art, and respectfully presented Indigenous stories and knowledge connected to the Northern Lights.
Across music, film, and immersive media, Clément’s work is united by an enduring interest in landscape, atmosphere, and our relationship with the world around us.
