Mika Zahar, a Montreal-based music composer, is recognized for his emotive compositions and innovative soundscapes, blending artistic prowess with a commitment to community outreach and education. His impactful journey includes contributing to the video game What Remains of Ish, seamlessly weaving his Middle Eastern heritage into the game's narrative through music and sound effects.
Previous Work
"There and Back Again"
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Composer & Sound Designer
What Remains of Ish
Misfits Studios
2021 - present
"What Remains of Ish" is an action-packed 2D Metroidvania video game. It tells the story of two siblings fighting to escape what is left of their fallen city.
Composer & Sound Designer
Oi Colours, Oi Learn
Shriners Hospitals for Children
2021 - present
The Shriners Hospital produces multiple animation films to educate and entertain patients (children with Osteogenesis imperfectaand) and staff. And it's my pleasure to be able to compose and sound design these small films.
Composer
Salam Dakkak - Introduction
Maharat
2023
Maharat is taking the initiative to create a premium online experience that aims to revolutionize education in the Arab world. It was an honor to score the introduction of Salam Dakkak's "Levantine
Home Cooking" masterclass.
Composer
Le Lettre
Karim Kanaan
2019
"La Lettre" is a short film that follows the life-changing event of the protagonist running away from an abusive relationship. The music follows along the story adding drama, suspense, and relief throughout the movie.
Composer
Meet Cimbot
CME
2019
CME is a multinational technology firm that provides extensive engineering solutions. For their promotional video, I provided a simple, happy, and bouncy score that reflects their working environment.
Composer
Indemma
Leyth Makdassi
2018
"Indemma" (Elvish for "mind-picture") follows the story of a person suffering from Aphantasia (the inability to visualize mental images) as he attempts to indulge himself in the world of Dungeons and Dragons. The music adds a medieval touch to the imagery in regard to the context.
Composer
Ink in Time
Leyth Makdassi
2017
"A Dragon's Ballad" is a score made for the animation Ink In Time. In this short we go through the artist's life story, projecting his obstacles in order to emphasize his growth through his art.
Composer
Meet the Protagonist: Eryn Millien
Haven for Artists
2017
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