About
Peter is a multi-talented Canadian musician and award-winning composer hailing from the vibrant music scene of Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada. With a Bachelor of Music in Composition from Dalhousie University, Peter is not just a musician. He’s a versatile artist who blends his classical training with a deep passion for folk and singer-songwriter genres. Peter’s musical repertoire knows no bounds. Whether he’s strumming his guitar, playing the trumpet, or composing a beautiful melody, his talent is both diverse and captivating. His ability to seamlessly transition from one musical style to another is a testament to his versatility and dedication.
Peter spends his weekends playing through the bars and restaurants of Nova Scotia, sharing his love for a multitude of different genres. Among the many places he plays are iconic Halifax locations such as The Old Triangle, The Stubborn Goat, Maxwell’s Plum, The Loose Cannon and more!
Peter has composed scores for musicals, had choral pieces performed by the Toronto Children's Opera, and won recognition in the Nova Scotia Choral Federation's Young Composer's Competition. His passion for film scoring remains unabated, and he continues to captivate audiences with his performances on the Halifax waterfront.
When he’s not on stage or in the studio, you'll find Peter exploring the great outdoors, hiking, climbing, and camping. Even in the wilderness, he serenades friends around the campfire, proving that music is an integral part of his life, no matter where he goes.
Listen
Singer songwriter
Follow Peter on Youtube and Instagram to listen to his original and cover songs.
Peter has sung and played guitar since the age of nine and has been hooked since. He was inspired early on by musician Dallas Green of the band City and Colour, whose soaring voice, beautiful melodies, and complicated stories resonated with him. Growing up, he was also surrounded by the music of The Beatles, Queen, Elton John, and folk artists such as James Taylor and Bob Dylan. Peter currently takes influence from artists such as The Lumineers, Fleet Foxes, and Jacob Collier. He most enjoys performing folk/alternative music and combines all these musical influences into his songwriting. Keep an eye out for new original music from Peter!
Oliver James - Fleet Foxes
Cover Me Up - Jason Isbell
Nowhere With You - Joel Plaskett
Piano Man - Billy Joel
Shows
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The Rustic Crust/ Upper Tantallon
June 6 | 6:00-9:00 pm
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Jacob’s Burrow/ Dartmouth
June 6 | 10:30-12:30 am
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Coldstream Clear Distillery/ Dartmouth
June 7 | 2:00-5:00 pm
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The Maxwell’s Plum/ Halifax
June 7 | 10:00-1:00 am
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Propeller Taproom/ bedford
June 8 | 5:30-7:30 pm
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Private Event/ Toronto
June 11 | 7:00-11:00 pm
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Jacob’s Burrow/ Dartmouth
June 13 | 10:30-12:30 am
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The Maxwell’s Plum/ Halifax
June 14 | 10:00-1:00 am
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The Rustic Crust/ Upper Tantallon
June 20 | 6:00-9:00 pm
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Jacob’s Burrow/ Dartmouth
June 20 | 11:00-1:00 am
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Spitfire Arms Alehouse/ Windsor
June 21 | 7:30-10:30 pm
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Stanfield International Airport/ Enfield
June 26 |12:00-3:00 pm
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The Old Triangle Alehouse/ Halifax
June 26 | 8:00-11:00 pm
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The Rustic Crust/ Upper Tantallon
June 27 | 6:00-9:00 pm
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The Maxwell’s Plum/ Halifax
June 27 | 10:00-1:00 am
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The Maxwell’s Plum/ Halifax
June 28 | 10:00-1:00 am
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Good Robot Brewing/ Halifax
July 10 | 8:00-10:00 pm
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Private Event/ Halifax
July 11 | 2:00-4:00 pm
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The Maxwell’s Plum/ Halifax
July 11 | 9:30-12:30 am
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Coldstream Clear Distillery/ Dartmouth
July 12 | 2:00-5:00 pm
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Stones Throw Patio/ Halifax
July 12 | 6:00-8:00 pm
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The loose Cannon/ Halifax
July 12 | 10:00-1:00 am
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Propeller Tap room/ bedford
July 13 | 4:00-6:00 pm
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The Old Triangle Alehouse/ Halifax
July 13 | 8:00-11:00 pm
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The Maxwell’s Plum/ Halifax
July 17 | 9:00-12:00 am
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Stanfield International Airport/ Enfield
July 18 |12:00-3:00 pm
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Spitfire Arms Alehouse/ Windsor
July 18 | 7:30-10:30 pm
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The Maxwell’s Plum/ Halifax
July 19 | 10:00-1:00 am
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Blomidon Estate Winery/ Canning
July 20 | 2:00-4:00 pm
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Stones Throw Patio/ Halifax
July 23 | 5:00-7:00 pm
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The Old Triangle Alehouse/ Halifax
July 23 | 8:00-11:00 pm
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Stanfield International Airport/ Enfield
July 25 |12:00-3:00 pm
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The Maxwell’s Plum/ Halifax
July 25 | 9:30-12:30 am
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The Maxwell’s Plum/ Halifax
July 26 | 10:00-1:00 am
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Coldstream Clear Distillery/ Dartmouth
August 2 | 2:00-5:00 pm
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The Maxwell’s Plum/ Halifax
August 2nd | 10:00-1:00 am
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Stanfield International Airport/ Enfield
August 7 |12:00-3:00 pm
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The Old Triangle Alehouse/ Halifax
August 7 | 8:00-11:00 pm
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Stones throw patio/ Halifax
August 13 | 6:00-8:00 pm
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Sealevel Brewing/ Canning
August 14 | 7:00-9:00 pm
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Kings Arms Commons/ Wolfville
August 15 | 7:00-11:00 pm
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The Rustic Crust/ Upper Tantallon
August 16 | 6:00-9:00 pm
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The Maxwell’s Plum/ Halifax
August 16 | 10:00-1:00 am
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The Maxwell’s Plum/ Halifax
August 21 | 9:00-12:00 am
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The Maxwell’s Plum/ Halifax
August 22 | 9:30-12:30 am
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The Rustic Crust/ Upper Tantallon
August 23 | 6:00-9:00 pm
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Propeller taproom/ bedford
August 24 | 5:00-7:00 pm
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The Rustic Crust/ Upper Tantallon
August 29 | 6:00-9:00 pm
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Stones throw patio/ Halifax
August 30 | 3:00-5:00 pm
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The Maxwell’s Plum/ Halifax
August 30 | 10:00-1:00 am
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Stones throw patio/ Halifax
September 1 | 6:00-8:00 pm
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Coldstream Clear Distillery/ Dartmouth
September 6 | 2:00-5:00 pm
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The Old Triangle Alehouse/ Halifax
September 9 | 8:00-11:00 pm
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The Old Triangle Alehouse/ Halifax
September 10 | 8:00-11:00 pm
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Stones throw patio/ Halifax
September 12 | 5:00-7:00 pm
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The Old Triangle Alehouse/ Halifax
September 26 | 5:00-8:00 pm
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Stones throw patio/ Halifax
September 27 | 5:00-7:00 pm
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Coldstream Clear Distillery/ Dartmouth
October 4 | 2:00-5:00 pm
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Kings Arms Commons/ Wolfville
October 10 | 7:00-11:00 pm
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Harbourstone/ Halifax
October 11 | 5:00-7:00 pm
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The Old Triangle Alehouse/ Halifax
October 15 | 8:00-11:00 pm
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Bent ridge Winery/ Windsor
October 24th | 6:00-8:00 pm
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Harbourstone/ Halifax
October 25 | 5:00-7:00 pm
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Spitfire Arms Alehouse/ Windsor
October 31st | 7:30-10:30 pm
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Coldstream Clear Distillery/ Dartmouth
November 1 | 2:00-5:00 pm
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Harbourstone/ Halifax
November 7 | 5:00-7:00 pm
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The Old Triangle Alehouse/ Halifax
November 21 | 5:00-8:00 pm
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Kings Arms Commons/ Wolfville
November 28 | 7:00-11:00 pm
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Harbourstone/ Halifax
November 29 | 5:00-7:00 pm
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Coldstream Clear Distillery/ Dartmouth
December 6 | 2:00-5:00 pm
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The Old Triangle Alehouse/ Halifax
December 9 | 8:00-11:00 pm
Original Compositions
Peter had the opportunity to study under Jérôme Blais during his undergraduate program at Dalhousie who ignited his love for classical music. During this time he honed in on his theory skills and the complex intricacies of orchestration.
Peter has been fortunate to have had the opportunity to compose music for Symphony Nova Scotia, the mixed-chamber ensemble Latitude 49, The Nova Scotia Choral Federation and the Canadian Children’s Opera Chorus.
“Everything we listen to today has derived from classical music. Be it pop, rock, jazz, or anything in between; its foundation is rooted in classical music. I love classical music because of its infinite ability of expression. Any feeling or emotion can be emulated through music; orchestral music is my favourite medium for that expression.”
Peter’s musical inspirations in this regard are composers such as Richard Wagner, Claude Debussy, Maurice Ravel, Richard Strauss, Gustav Holst, Phillip Glass, and film composer John Williams.
Media
in the news
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Mrs. Dayna Ellis and Rothesay Netherwood School alum, Peter Fillman ’16, are the creative talents behind Left To Their Own Devices, a musical written by Mrs. Ellis with an original score composed by Peter. A workshop production of the musical, a modern adaptation of Much Ado About Nothing (Mrs. Ellis’s favourite Shakespearean play), was performed by Senior School Drama students in the Théâtre Susan B. Ganong in June. The show addresses the problems of miscommunication, cyberbullying, and cellphone addiction in teens through comedy. A fully-staged version of the play will be performed at RNS from February 22nd to 24th, 2024 and at the 2024 NB DramaFest next May.
Click here for the story from the Rothesay Netherwood School Alumni Magazine, The Hill.
Learn how this duo teamed up and took an idea from script to stage, in their own words! -
Halifax-based composer Peter Fillman has been selected by the jury as the winner of the Nova Scotia Choral Federation’s 4th Young Composer’s Competition for his composition See How Low the Moon Hangs. In addition, the NSCF is pleased to share that the jury also selected an honourable mention for the competition; Peregrina by composer Cameron Slipp. Both pieces will be premiered by the Nova Scotia Youth Choir, conducted by Christina Murray, as part of the NSYC’s 30th Anniversary Celebration.
