ABOUT THE COMPOSER
Cait Nishimura (b. 1991) is a Japanese Canadian composer, educator, and naturalist living in Waterloo, Ontario. Known for writing nature-inspired, programmatic music, Cait has established herself as a prominent voice in the concert band community. Cait’s music has been presented at MusicFest Canada, The Midwest Clinic, and numerous other international conferences and festivals. Her works are well-loved by students and professionals and are performed regularly by ensembles and individuals around the world.
Cait is passionate about empowering others through art and strives to set a positive example for future generations of musicians through her creative work. As a lifelong environmentalist, she not only draws inspiration from the natural world but also uses her platform to advocate for conservation awareness and action. Before transitioning to a full-time career as a composer, Ms Nishimura was a high school instrumental music teacher and continues to support music education in her current work. She actively seeks opportunities to connect personally with the communities for whom she writes, and she is committed to creating contemporary music that is approachable, enjoyable, and inspiring.
Cait was the winner of the Canadian Band Association’s composition prize in 2017 and is an Associate Composer of the Canadian Music Centre. She is proud to have earned a Bachelor of Music and a Bachelor of Education from the University of Toronto, but is a proponent of people pursuing their dreams regardless of their field of study. All works are self-published under Cait Nishimura Music.
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Portrait 1 (credit: Ron David Butler)
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