Composite Duo Arts Foundation

Composite Duo, founded by percussionist Mei Shyuan Chiou and saxophonist Parker Fritz, is a chamber music ensemble exploring innovative combinations of saxophone and six mallet marimba and percussion. They perform original compositions, commissioned works, and collaborative improvisations, expanding the expressive possibilities of contemporary music. Parker Fritz is an accomplished saxophonist, composer, and educator, with notable performances and recordings across universities and ensembles in the U.S. Mei Shyuan Chiou, a Taiwanese percussionist, has earned international recognition for her technical mastery and inventive approach to percussion. Together, they present performances, masterclasses and educational outreach, inspiring audiences and students with fresh sonic perspectives.