Anthony Gunadi is a Canadian classical composer from Mississauga inspired by film and jazz music, with a background in electronic dance music production. His achievements include winning Orchestra Toronto’s 2023-24 Prize in Composition and the University of Toronto’s 2023-24 Piano Trio Composition Competition with the Bedford Trio. Upcoming in 2025, Orkest de Ereprijs will premiere “Burger Smash” during the UofT New Music Festival, Standing Wave will premiere “Magenta Pastures” at the Annex in Vancouver, and he is the game audio lead of “Cooking with a Gun” by Simon Chen and “Cat Island” by Elienna Wang.
He is currently studying in Professor Norbert Palej’s studio as an undergraduate third-year composition major at the University of Toronto. Additionally, he has presented work in masterclasses with Ana Sokolović and Marjan Mozetich, and received private lessons with Jeffrey Ryan, Linda Catlin Smith, and Alfredo Santa Ana. He enjoys collaborating with other musicians for UofT Student Composer Concerts, composing specifically tailored pieces for his performers. His journey has been enriched by diverse musical experiences including the Etobicoke Jazz Band (trombone), the UTSO (violin), the UofT Steel Band, the UofT African Drumming and Dancing Ensemble, and the UofT Japanese Drumming Ensemble. Anthony Gunadi strives to combine his influences to create a musical voice that resonates with a broader audience.
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