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CAT HILTZ (they/them) is a multifaceted producer, composer, and session musician known for performing with Tegan and Sara, Queer As Funk, Jill Barber, and Rae Spoon, and for composing music for film projects such as CTV’s "Farming For Love".

Cat is one of the six participants of the 2024 Music Publisher's Canada ‘Women In The Studio’ accelerator program, and in 2023 Cat was invited to participate in the SOCAN Screen Composer's Lab.

Cat has produced and mixed artists such as Xana, Hyaenas, Queer As Funk, Kristin Fung and as a session player, Cat has toured across North America, Europe, and South Asia, performing at some of the world's premiere showcase festivals and has opened for Steve Vai, Sharon Jones and The Dap Kings and Blue Rodeo (to name but a few).

Cat has worked in-studio for renowned producers Sylvia Massey (Johnny Cash, Tool, Red Hot Chili Peppers), Alex Hope (Tegan and Sara, Alanis Morissette), and Howard Redekopp (Tegan and Sara, Mother Mother).

Cat has taught guitar, cello, bass, and music theory to countless students over twenty years, ranging ages five to ninety-five and as a producer and engineer, Cat brings their decades of experience as a player and teacher into every session - creating a supportive and celebratory environment by putting the artist’s ease, comfort, and creativity first. You can find Cat on Instagram at @cat_hiltz



JANDROU (he/him), born and raised in sunny El Salvador, blends fantasy and flavor in his melodies, drawing inspiration from Björk, Lady Gaga, Sia, Coldplay, and The Killers.

Growing up in a small church, singing alongside the congregation, he found solace in music but faced self-doubt as a queer individual. Moving to Vancouver changed that, allowing him to embrace his true self.


During the pandemic, Jandrou pursued his long-time passion for songwriting, releasing his debut album "Ashes to Ashes" on July 12 of this year, which chronicles his journey of overcoming heartbreak. He has performed at Vancouver Pride's main stage and other notable Pride Festivals and venues in Vancouver, BC, captivating audiences with his nostalgic soundscapes and empowering message of self-acceptance. Follow the artist on Insta at @jandrou_