Aaron Bales

AARON BALES lives in the Toronto area and provides services in composition for Film/Television/Video Games. With several credits to date - including the score for a short animation featured at the "Toronto Digital Image Festival" and an Indy film shown at the "Calgary International Film Festival" - Aaron is quickly establishing himself as one of Canada's prominent young composers. He is also a renowned teacher - handling dozens of students in private instruction on a weekly basis.

A student of rock music during his early teens, Aaron eventually progressed to classical study in high school, where he received accolades as a performer in many Ontario music festivals as a classical guitarist. His post-secondary studies took him to Humber College, a prestigious environment focused on jazz and fusion styles. Aaron majored in arranging and performance and graduated with honours.

Aaron proceeded to private study in composition at The Royal Conservatory of Music in Toronto, which contributes to his diversity. This rich educational background makes him a very versatile musician. In addition, his wealth of collaborative experience (performing in numerous bands, ensembles and recording projects) gives Aaron adept musical flexibility and a thorough appreciation for co-operative musical efforts.