About
Mahuia Bridgman-Cooper is a notable figure in the New Zealand music scene with multiple awards as a composer, violinist, producer and collaborator. From 80's synth wave to a full symphony orchestra, Mahuia's innovative scores encompass a vast range of styles evident through his varied work.
Mahuia's diverse repertoire includes writing and producing for Netflix, the Dalai Lama, Playstation, along with local artists such as TEEKS and LAB. His substantial film background includes writing scores for directors Lee Tamahori, Gerard Johnstone and Roseanne Liang. His classical work includes composing, arranging and curating concerts for both the Auckland Philharmonia and The New Zealand Symphony Orchestra.
Mahuia Is a founding member of The Black (String) Quartet.
Awards
The Gone (Winner NZTV Awards Best Original Score)
Shadow In The Cloud (Nominated APRA Best Original Score)
The Legend Of Baron To’a (Nominated APRA Best Original Score)
Mahana (Winner APRA Best Original Score)
Housebound (Nominated APRA Best Original Score)
Terry Teo (Nominated APRA Best Original Score)
Fantail (Nominated NZ Film Awards Best Original Score)
Geoff The Film | Heinz Australia - D & AD Golden Pencil
Ruaimoko (Winner APRA Maioha Award)
Film and TV
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Arrangements
Tāwharautia Mataatua - Tāme Iti collaboration with The New Zealand Symphony orchestra
Rob Ruha with The Auckland Philharmonia - Awarded GOLD at the New York Festivals Radio Awards 2023
Recordings
Shadow In The Cloud
by Mahuia Bridgman-Cooper
