Trevor Kowalski

Composer Trevor Kowalski works in geographies of memory, drama, and hope to write colorful pieces and dynamic soundtracks. From a luminous generation of composers and storytellers, Trevor embraces a dreamlike, grand approach inspired by video game melody, vibrant classical, and a deep love of nature. Trevor is Emmy-nominated (NW) and has written music for numerous productions. Eclectic artists like Thelonious Monk, John Denver, and the melodic sense of Nintendo inspire his music. Major influences include Camille Saint-Saëns, Jennifer Higdon, and John Barry. Distinctly shaped by the Adirondack Mountains and enthralled with music from a young age, Trevor started playing piano at 6 and writing fragments of melodies. Growing up, he played piano on the street and in bars between jobs. He studied at Boston University with the influential Ketty Nez, where he was the youngest person to win the orchestra's composition contest, and at the Royal College of Music in London where he performed under conductor Bernard Haitink. He also plays French horn. Trevor has worked in Alaska with traditional Native musicians in awarded co-soundtracks. He gained experience at composer Hans Zimmer's studio. He scored Loren Waters' Sundance-winning film "Tiger" and her upcoming project "A Map to the Next World." Trevor scored TomorrowHead Studio's premiere game "WILL: Follow the Light" (2026) with live orchestra to acclaim. Sheet music and merch available on trevorkowalski.com.