Kristi Boonzaaier

Kristi Boonzaaier is a Cape Town based composer. He composes within a diverse variety of musical styles and contexts including film, video games, advertisements, and the concert stage. A classically-trained composer and orchestrator, Kristi’s work has enjoyed many international performances by ensembles such as the Cape Philharmonic Orchestra, the Stellenbosch University Chamber Choir, the Horizons Choir Project, and the Odeieon String Quartet. Kristi co-founded PolyForge Media, a full spectrum audio solutions company for film, TV, and video games, with award-winning composer Deon Van Heerden (“Broforce”). Born in Johannesburg, Kristi grew up in Cape Town and completed his MMus degree in composition in 2018 with Professor Hans Roosenschoon and Dr. Antoni Schonken at Stellenbosch University. He also holds a BMus degree cum laude which he completed in 2015. Kristi is known for composing and producing in numerous genres such as Classical, Pop, and Electronic Dance Music. Through his artistry, he aims to provide a sense of belonging and comfort for his audiences.