Lena Matienko is a screen composer specialising in the emotive and magical, with a rich background in classical training, shaping her into a multifaceted artist capable of traversing various musical genres.
She is a pianist, songwriter, vocalist, music producer, and orchestrator, gaining recognition for her unique artistry in her ability to seamlessly blend orchestral and electronic instruments and create a truly enchanting musical experience.
Lena's musical journey began behind the Iron Curtain, where she sought solace and escape in the fascinating realm of music and film, laying the foundation for her inspiration and exceptional talent.
In 2013, she made a life-changing move to Sydney, Australia, providing her with the opportunity to reignite her passion for music as she embarked on her journey as an independent solo musician.
Lena's compositions span a wide emotional range and genres, from electronic music to heartfelt ballads reflecting on social causes, and cinematic instrumental pieces that transport listeners to otherworldly realms.
Driven by a passion for film and television scores, Lena pursued a Masters of Arts in Screen Composition at the esteemed AFTRS (Australian Film Television and Radio School) in 2020-2022.
Throughout her Master’s program, she composed original music and songs for numerous short films, many of which have been traveling to film festivals around Australia and internationally.
Noteworthy among these is her research project, ‘Te Ata Pūao' (‘The First Dawn’), a captivating VR film inspired by the Māori legend of Ranginui and Papatūānuku. The film is accompanied by an immersive spatial score that adds depth and emotion to the enthralling visual storytelling.
Melding the sombre and whimsical with a masterful touch, Lena possesses a unique ability to craft a seamless fusion of sweeping cinematic and dreamy neo-classical styles. Her music comes to life through her own skilful and nuanced self-production, giving wings to her creative visions.