I am an experienced composer, conductor, and violinist with over 30 years working in films, games, live performances, and orchestral and contemporary music. I specialize in creating scores for feature films, short films, and special events, blending classical, contemporary, and cinematic styles to craft unique soundscapes. Throughout my career, I've honed my skills in orchestrating and arranging for various ensembles, leading artistic projects from concept to completion. I've had the privilege of collaborating with professionals like Christopher Young, Cirque Du Soleil, and Hans Zimmer. I'm also proficient in multiple stringed instruments including violin and erhu, and I'm passionate about innovative and versatile musical expression.

Martin Jean St-Pierre

I am an experienced composer, conductor, and violinist with over 30 years working in films, games, live performances, and orchestral and contemporary music. I specialize in creating scores for feature films, short films, and special events, blending classical, contemporary, and cinematic styles to craft unique soundscapes. Throughout my career, I've honed my skills in orchestrating and arranging for various ensembles, leading artistic projects from concept to completion. I've had the privilege of collaborating with professionals like Christopher Young, Cirque Du Soleil, and Hans Zimmer. I'm also proficient in multiple stringed instruments including violin and erhu, and I'm passionate about innovative and versatile musical expression.

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I am an experienced composer, conductor, and violinist with over 30 years working in films, games, live performances, and orchestral and contemporary music. I specialize in creating scores for feature films, short films, and special events, blending classical, contemporary, and cinematic styles to craft unique soundscapes.

Throughout my career, I’ve honed my skills in orchestrating and arranging for various ensembles, leading artistic projects from concept to completion. I’ve had the privilege of collaborating with professionals like Christopher Young, Cirque Du Soleil, and Hans Zimmer. I’m also proficient in multiple stringed instruments including violin and erhu, and I’m passionate about innovative and versatile musical expression.

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Experience Level

Expert
Expert

Language

English
Fluent
French
Fluent

Work Experience

Film Composer at Freelance
January 1, 2007 - June 23, 2024
Composed music scores for feature films, short films, and events. Notable works include Ablution (2007), which won Best Film at Beverly Hills Shorts Festival, Blunt (2021) that won Jury Award at Cordillera International Film Festival, and Saule (2014). The role involves blending classical, contemporary, and cinematic styles to support diverse film projects.
Assistant/Orchestrator at Various
January 1, 2004 - June 23, 2024
Assisted Christopher Young on major films including The Grudge, Ghost Rider, and Spider-Man 3. Arranged and programmed music for Le Rêve at Wynn Las Vegas and arranged for Nine Inch Nails, performing with Trent Reznor. Tasks included music arrangement and orchestration, programming, and collaboration with top artists and production teams.
Live Show Composer at Various
January 1, 2009 - June 23, 2024
Composed music for live shows such as Cirque Montage (2009), Chime-Long Circus (2010), and Cirque Du Soleil’s One Night for One Drop (2015, 2016, 2019). Also composed for Valitar, an equestrian show. Responsibilities included creating original live performance scores adapted to unique show environments.
Violinist at Various Orchestras and Cirque Du Soleil
January 1, 1996 - June 23, 2024
Performed as a section violinist for orchestras like Laval Symphony and I Musici, as well as violinist for Cirque Du Soleil shows including Mystère, Quidam, and Varekai. Featured on TV shows such as the Jay Leno Show. The role demanded high-level performance skills in both classical and contemporary contexts.

Education

Bachelor’s at Université de Montréal
January 1, 1990 - December 31, 1994
Master’s at Université de Montréal
January 1, 1995 - December 31, 1997
Concert Diploma at Concordia University
January 1, 1990 - December 31, 1992

Qualifications

Sundance Institute Composer Lab Fellow
January 1, 2006 - December 31, 2006
Film Music Certificate Program
January 11, 2030 - June 13, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Gaming, Travel & Hospitality, Professional Services