Graham Reynolds

Biography

Graham Reynolds is an American composer, pianist, bandleader and improviser known for creating music for films, television, theatre, dance and concert performances. Born on March 5, 1971, in Frankfurt, Germany, he is based in Austin, Texas. His musical style combines elements of jazz, classical, rock and experimental music.

Film and Television Career

Reynolds is particularly recognised for his long-standing collaboration with filmmaker Richard Linklater. Their association began with the documentary short Live from Shiva's Dance Floor (2003), followed by the science-fiction film A Scanner Darkly (2006). He went on to compose music for Bernie (2011), Before Midnight (2013), Last Flag Flying (2017), Where'd You Go, Bernadette (2019) and Hit Man (2023). He also composed the score for Linklater's Blue Moon (2025).

Musical Groups and Other Work

He leads the jazz-based musical group Golden Arm Trio and serves as artistic director of Golden Hornet, a nonprofit organisation that supports contemporary music and emerging composers. Reynolds has also composed music for theatre, ballet and silent-film screenings, including new scores for The Lodger, Nosferatu and Metropolis.

Notable Filmography

A Scanner Darkly (2006)

Bernie (2011)

Before Midnight (2013)

Last Flag Flying (2017)

Where'd You Go, Bernadette (2019)

Hit Man (2023)

Blue Moon (2025)

Awards and Recognition

Reynolds has received several honours, including a Creative Capital Award, an Independent Music Award and multiple Austin Critics Table Awards. He has also been recognised for his contributions to contemporary composition and film scoring.