Justin Rito (b. 1986) composes energetic concert music that takes inspiration from both classical and contemporary culture. Recent collaborations have include performances by Latitude 49, Fifth House Ensemble, and the Arx Duo, and upcoming collaborations include works for the Moreau | Vantuinen Duo, MITT3N Percussion, and Jenni Shanahan. Justin teaches music at Northern Vermont University, and lives in Jeffersonville, VT with his wife and their very spoiled Weimaraner Arvo.