Titas Petrikis

Titas Petrikis is a Professor at the Department of Contemporary Arts, Faculty of Arts, Vytautas Magnus University. He is renowned for his work in film music composition, electronic music production, and interdisciplinary sound research. His academic and creative activities span supervising theses on topics such as football chants, hip hop culture, Christian music, and audiovisual storytelling.

• Education: Doctor of Sciences (2014), Professor (2019)
• Key Collaborations: Regularly works with filmmakers, festivals, and academic institutions on projects like the film Gardutė and the Y93.J exhibition.

His research interests focus on the intersection of sound design, film, and narrative, with a particular emphasis on how music shapes cultural identity and emotional resonance. He has supervised numerous bachelor’s theses exploring topics like:

• Football songs and community identity
• Orchestral reinterpretation of electronic music
• Sociocultural aspects of dance music festivals
• Role of communication in artist recognition
• Genre fusion in contemporary music production

His recent articles highlight trends in:

• Cinematic soundtracks and intercultural dialogue
• Electronic music’s adaptation to classical instruments
• Interdisciplinary approaches to audiovisual storytelling
• Evolution of hip hop and dance cultures

He has received recognition for his film compositions, including a 2025 nomination for Best Composer in Lithuanian Film Awards. His work often involves collaborations with students and professionals on projects that bridge academic research with creative practice.