Cat Hiltz
Cat Hiltz
Composer
Producer
Selected Works
Recent Works
Cat Hiltz
A kid at heart who never outgrew their Beatles and Radiohead phase, Cat Hiltz is equally at home in a string quartet as in a rhythm section.
Known for their work composing music for CTV’s Farming For Love and Hallmark's Zest For Death: A Hannah Swensen Mystery, Cat has also licensed songs to shows Family Law (Global) and Motive (CTV), among others. Their performance career has seen them playing bass with Tegan and Sara, Queer As Funk, Jill Barber, and Rae Spoon. Defined by lush harmonies, warm textures, and a boldness if the moment demands, Cat's music celebrates the human condition with unapologetic curiosity.
From being featured in Billboard as part of Music Publisher's Canada's ‘Women In The Studio’ accelerator, to producing tracks with Xana, Hyaenas, and Kristi Lane Sinclair’s podcast Indigi-demo-itis, Cat’s career reflects a passion for amplifying underrepresented voices and sharing stories less often told.
Cat holds a Bachelor of Applied Music (Bass), diplomas in Composition and Jazz Guitar from MacEwan University, and completed mentorships with Miriam Cutler, Brian and Caleb Chan, Howard Redekopp. In 2023, Cat was one of eight nationwide participants in the SOCAN Screen Composer's Lab, working with mentor Robert Kraft. These influences, combined with two decades of touring across North America, Europe, and South Asia in a rock band, have shaped a musical voice that is as versatile as it is personal.
Let’s make something great together. Your story, your voice, through music. You in?
Production
I’m a bit of a musical chameleon who’s spent the last two decades blending formal training with the grit and adventure of life on tour. Whether it’s fine-tuning a song, crafting a signature sound, or guiding artists to the finish line (cause let’s face it: finishing the thing is one of the biggest challenges), my focus is on creating music that feels honest and hits home.
As a former session player with a multi-instrumental background and a surprisingly genuine love for music theory, I bring the versatility to add the parts you hear in your head, turning your ideas into reality. Whether it’s layering strings, building lush extended harmonies, or finding the perfect groove, I bring a musician’s instinct and a producer’s polish to every track, all with the aim of fully capturing your vision and telling your story.
With mentorships from Dr. Amandine Pras, Howard Redekopp, and Jane Aurora, plus participation in Music Publishers Canada 'Women and Non-Binary People In The Studio' program, I’ve built a strong technical foundation and a network of support that satiates my commitment to continued growth. My experience securing Canadian arts funding, my solid ear for radio-ready production, and my commitment to amplifying marginalized voices mean I’m here to help artists—especially those with shared life experiences—bring their stories to life with authenticity and impact.
