THE ADVENTURER - a Live Film Score by Sally Ford and the Idiomatics

The Idiomatics perform their original film score to Charlies Chaplin's classic silent film, The Adventurer (1917). The live score features a lush, groove-drenched soundscape blending electronica and acoustic instrumentation: cello, trombone, saxophones, vocals, keys, flutes, clarinets, percussion and vintage sound effects – all combining to create a vibrant, cinematic experience.

** The Adventurer soundtrack will be screened/performed in the second half after a set of original music from the band and guests.

The Adventurer | 1917 | 27 minutes

One of Charlie Chaplin’s most exhilarating and comedic short films, showcasing an early portrayal of Chaplin’s iconic Little Tramp character as an escaped convict. Opening with a thrilling prison escape, the film launches into a fast-paced series of chases, close calls and physical gags that highlight Chaplin’s extraordinary athleticism and impeccable comic timing. Set against seaside backdrops and high-society pretensions, The Adventurer blends slapstick chaos with sharp social satire. Bursting with energy, romance and laugh-out-loud moments, this classic silent film is a masterclass in visual storytelling and remains a joyful introduction to Chaplin’s early film career.

The Idiomatics are:

Sally Ford: voice, flutes, alto sax

Patrick Cronin: programming, synth, trombone, whistling

Michael Havir: keyboards, electronic FX

Alice Garner: cello, mandolin

plus special guests

Tony Hicks: woodwinds

Chris Lewis: drumkit, percussion