Aaron Manswell

Aaron Manswell is a dynamic composer, producer, and conductor whose work transcends boundaries, weaving together classical, R&B, hip-hop and gospel into richly textured sonic narratives. Born and raised in Toronto, his compositions have been celebrated for emotional depth and contemporary resonance, earning performances and recordings by prestigious ensembles such as the San Francisco Symphony, the Nathaniel Dett Chorale, and Choral Arts Initiative---whose 2024 album Tapestry of Becoming (featuring his acclaimed piece "Stick with Love") soared to No. 1 on Billboard's Traditional Classical Albums chart.

In February 2023, he was featured in the Canadian Opera Company's Showcase Series, presenting Off-Spring Live---a concert highlighting his genre-fluid compositions. His creative leadership extends to his appointment as Composer-in-Residence of the Toronto Mendelssohn Choir for the 2024/2025 season, where he continued to shape the future of choral music.

Beyond the concert hall, Manswell is a sought-after music producer and keyboardist, collaborating with multi-platinum selling Canadian artists DVSN and Juno award-winning singer/songwriters Nemahsis, Dylan Sinclair, Savannah Ré, and Ryan Ofei to name a few. Recently he was tapped by multi-platinum American Alternative R&B artist Mariah the Scientist to orchestrate and conduct the strings for her live performance of "Burning Blue" on Jimmy Kimmel Live! and also provided orchestration and production on the outro of her new album Hearts Sold Separately ("No More Entertainers"). His versatility also shines in film scoring, where he crafts evocative original music. A dedicated educator, he previously served as Wind Band Conductor at Crawford Adventist Academy, guiding students to top festival honours and live recordings.

Nathaniel Dett Chorale & Sistema Toronto

"TBD" (Choir & Orchestra)

Dead of Winter

"The Only One" (SATB, Piano)

Dr. Melissa Morgan, guest conductor

The Royal Conservatory

"Life Every Voice & Sing" (Solo Voice, Piano)

Voice Repertoire 5, 2025 Edition

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Toronto Mendelssohn Choir

"One Thing at a Time" (SATB a capella)

Jean-Sebastien Vallée, conductor

University of Toronto Faculty of Music Gospel Choir

"Do You See Them?" (SATB, Rhythm Section, & String Ensemble)

Darren Hamilton, conductor

Toronto Mendelssohn Choir

"Good News" (SATB, Piano)

Jean-Sebastien Vallée, conductor

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Toronto Mendelssohn Choir

"Poverty" (SATB, Solo Soprano, Piano, & String Ensemble)

Jean-Sebastien Vallée, conductor

Sistema Toronto

"Race Car" (String Orchestra, Audio Track)

Shawn Earle, CEO

Oakville Choir for Children & Youth

"My People" (SA, Piano)

Maria Conkey, conductor

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Amadeus Choir of Greater Toronto

"Thank You Twice" (SATB, Piano, & Brass Orchestra)

Kathleen Allan, conductor

Named to Oakwood University "40 Under 40 of 2025" Alumni List

Winner of 2022 Grand Philharmonic Choir Composition Competition

Ludwig Van Toronto - THE SCOOP: "Sistema Toronto Students Create a Hip-Hop Single and Learn About the Power of Music" by Anya Wassenberg

Choirs Ontario - Dynamic Magazine: "A Conversation with Two Canadian Choral Composers" by Dr. Matthew Emery