Murail

Murail is a French-language surname. It is notably associated with a family of composers in contemporary classical music.

Tristan Murail is a French composer and a leading figure in spectral music, a movement that uses the analysis of sound spectra to generate musical material. His work emphasizes timbre, spectrum-based techniques, and careful orchestration. He has contributed to the development and dissemination of spectral music and has engaged in collaborations with international ensembles and institutions.

Hèla Murail is a French composer and the daughter of Tristan Murail. Her compositions have been performed by a range of ensembles and she has participated in contemporary-music projects across Europe and beyond.

The Murail surname is primarily found in France and among francophone communities, and its most widely known recognition comes from the contributions of Tristan and Hèla Murail to modern classical music.