Frederick Oliveira-Chevres, also known as “Resident // Cryptid”, is a Brazilian-American electroacoustic composer, violinist, and violist. He writes music inspired by a wide range of genres, from classical to electronic to jazz fusion. While his focus is on writing music for video games, he also writes for the stage, on occasion. Frederick has been composing since he first began teaching himself how to play the piano at age 10 and continued after switching over to violin at 11. And then to viola at 21.

Frederick Oliveira-Chevres

Frederick Oliveira-Chevres, also known as “Resident // Cryptid”, is a Brazilian-American electroacoustic composer, violinist, and violist. He writes music inspired by a wide range of genres, from classical to electronic to jazz fusion. While his focus is on writing music for video games, he also writes for the stage, on occasion. Frederick has been composing since he first began teaching himself how to play the piano at age 10 and continued after switching over to violin at 11. And then to viola at 21.

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Frederick Oliveira-Chevres, also known as “Resident // Cryptid”, is a Brazilian-American electroacoustic composer, violinist, and violist. He writes music inspired by a wide range of genres, from classical to electronic to jazz fusion. While his focus is on writing music for video games, he also writes for the stage, on occasion.

Frederick has been composing since he first began teaching himself how to play the piano at age 10 and continued after switching over to violin at 11. And then to viola at 21.

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Experience Level

Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate

Language

Portuguese
Fluent
English
Fluent

Work Experience

Composer at Studio Blue Jay
March 1, 2025 - June 18, 2024
Compose music for projects under Studio Blue Jay, contributing original compositions tailored to project needs.
Composer at Studio Blue Jay
March 1, 2025 - June 10, 2024
Composed music for various projects including game soundtracks and multimedia collaborations. Created electroacoustic compositions that blend catchy melodies and electronic textures influenced by video game music and classical styles.
Composition Department Student Assistant at Berklee College of Music, Boston, MA
September 1, 2023 - May 31, 2024
Assist the Composition Department with various tasks likely including administrative support, organizing materials, and helping students or faculty as needed.
Composition Department Student Assistant at Berklee College of Music
September 1, 2023 - May 31, 2024
Supported faculty and students in the Composition Department by assisting with administrative tasks and helping manage projects, contributing to a streamlined educational environment.
Freelance Composer at Freelance
June 1, 2022 - June 18, 2024
Work independently to compose music for various clients and projects, demonstrating versatility and adaptability in various music composition styles.
Freelance Composer at Freelance
June 1, 2022 - June 10, 2024
Provided freelance composition services including original music creation for games and interactive media, collaborating with various clients to deliver unique soundtracks and electroacoustic pieces.

Education

B.M. Composition & Game and Interactive Media Scoring at Berklee College of Music
September 1, 2022 - May 31, 2026
High School Diploma at Osceola County School for the Arts (OCSA)
August 1, 2015 - May 31, 2022

Qualifications

SPLICE Institute 2024
June 1, 2024 - June 30, 2024
Longy Divergent Studio (Composer)
June 1, 2025 - June 30, 2025
John Bavicchi/Beverly Lewis Award
March 1, 2025 - March 31, 2025
Berklee Contemporary Symphony Orchestra Award
March 1, 2024 - March 31, 2024

Industry Experience

Gaming, Media & Entertainment, Education, Software & Internet