Anita Pari

Anita Pari is a composer, pianist, and cellist, currently pursuing a PhD in Composition at McGill University. In recent years, Anita’s music has taken inspiration from a variety of themes, ranging from mental health to the study of birdsongs that she has encountered while birdwatching. In addition to her work in composition, Anita frequently performs her own music or interprets other composers’ works. In 2019, she recorded and released a CD of a selection of her compositions, and performed this body of work at the Ottawa International Chamber Music Festival. In 2021-2022, she served as composer-in-residence for the McGill Wind Orchestra, composing "Bright Distance Blurring" for this ensemble. Anita holds ARCT diplomas in piano and cello as well as a Master of Music degree in Composition from McGill University, a Bachelor of Music degree from Carleton University, and the Governor General’s Academic Medal for graduating at the head of the 2020 Carleton University undergraduate class.