Stop Motion Orchestra formed in 2013 and quickly got to work recording their debut, Instant Everything! (2014 Egg Helmet Records), a collection of cartoonish prog mini epics drawing equally from early Zappa instrumentals, ‘70s synth rock, and post punk. After some line-up shuffling and a brief hiatus, the band resurfaced with a new aesthetic and a new line-up featuring several virtuoso players from Austin’s fertile rock scene. On Lightworks (2018 Knock’Em Dead / Megaphone Records) the band presents a more organic sound, drawing on influences including Henry Cow, Magma, Haniwa-Chan, and Picchio Dal Pozzo, as well as traditional music from Eastern Europe and South Asia. The current lineup (expanded to add bassoon and vibraphone) recently recorded a new album that will be out sometime in 2027.
Mohadev – Electric Guitar. Mohadev is a guitarist, composer and producer active in a variety of forms of creative music. Stop Motion Orchestra has been his primary creative outlet since its formation in 2013.
Alden Doyle – Violin. Alden Doyle started playing violin in Kindergarten. After studying at UT, he has performed in a variety of styles including classical, bluegrass, rock, and experimental. He also works professionally designing algorithms for audio signal processing.
Leila Henley – Saxophones, Flute. Leila Louise Henley is a vocalist and multi-instrumentalist specializing in saxophone, flute, and various other aerophones to the delight and amusement of other humans (and the distinct displeasure of certain dogs). Past projects include the bands Churchwood, The Invincible Czars, Go: Organic Orchestra (Austin chapter), Poon (all-female Ween tribute), and Sweetmeat and the musicals Speeding Motorcycle at Zach Scott Theater and Cabaret at St. Edward’s University. In addition to Stop Motion Orchestra she currently performs with Andrew Nolte Band, Fontanelles TX, and Super Creeps (David Bowie tribute).
Joëlle Simone Morales – Bassoon. Joelle Morales (Wagner) earned her Bachelor of Music degree from the New England Conservatory of Music (NEC) in Boston, MA. While studying as a classical bassoonist, she was also accepted into NEC’s Contemporary Improvisation Department. While her primary passion lies in experimental music, Joelle firmly believes that a solid foundation in classical fundamentals is essential for every musical style.
Carolyn Trowbridge – Vibraphone. is an energetic, multifaceted artist and educator. A frequent Austin Music Awards-nominee, Trowbridge has recorded, collaborated and performed with several well-known artists including Grammy contenders Black Pumas, Adrian Quesada, Graham Reynolds, and local favorites Alex Coke & Carl Michel Sextet, VAMP, Simon Says, and many more. Along with performing in several Austin based bands, she composes for and leads her own jazz quintet.