Caleb Chan (composer)

Caleb Chan is a Canadian composer and multi-instrumentalist. He is best known as the composer for Sam Raimi's Quibi series 50 States of Fright.[1] He has also worked extensively on animated series such as My Little Pony: Friendship Is Magic, its Equestria Girls spin-off, and Littlest Pet Shop. He has also composed for the Sprout network series Nina's World as well as the Teletoon series Dr. Dimensionpants. He has been nominated three times for a Leo Award for Best Music in an Animation Program in 2016, 2017, and 2019.[2][3][4]

Caleb Chan
Genres
Occupation(s)Composer
InstrumentsViolin, piano, guitar
Websitehttp://www.calebchanmusic.com/

Early life and education

Chan attended the University of British Columbia,[5] Trinity Western University,[6] and the University of Toronto where he graduated with a master's degree in music composition.

Career

Chan's concert works are influenced by Chinese folk music and Western popular music.[7] He is also a frequent collaborator with indie artists, often arranging and performing string parts.[8]

References
  1. http://filmmusicreporter.com/2020/04/13/christopher-young-and-brian-caleb-chan-scoring-quibis-50-states-of-fright/
  2. "2016 Leo Awards: Nominees by name". Leo Awards. Retrieved 4 May 2016.
  3. "2017 Leo Awards: Nominees by name (Archived copy)". Archived from the original on 2017-05-27. Retrieved 2017-06-29.
  4. "2019 Leo Awards: Nominees by name". Retrieved 2020-04-22.
  5. "Making Tracks". Trinity Western Magazine. Trinity Western Magazine. Archived from the original on 2016-05-08. Retrieved 21 April 2016.
  6. "Creation, Limitation, and the Infinite Creator". TWU Alumni Association. Trinity Western University. Archived from the original on 5 May 2016. Retrieved 21 April 2016.
  7. "Music and the Divine Presence". Estonian World Review. Retrieved 21 April 2016.
  8. "Vancouver cinematic indie folkster Zaac Pick releases 'Constellations' + Album premiere". Beatroute. Retrieved 21 April 2016.


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