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Ian Cusson is a contemporary Canadian composer and performer whose work spans art song, opera, and orchestral music. Grounded in Indigenous Canadian themes, his compositions illuminate cultural narratives through a distinctly lyrical and dramatic voice. His operas Fantasma (2020) and Of the Sea (2023) have earned critical acclaim, while ongoing commissions like Empire of Wild for the Canadian Opera Company (COC) and National Arts Centre (NAC) promise dramatic new storytelling on major stages. Fans can expect forthcoming works such as Indians on Vacation (Against the Grain Theatre/Edmonton Opera, 2026) and Namwayut at Calgary Opera, reinforcing his role as a leading light in Canadian classical music.