Robert Harry Kyr (born April 20, 1952 in Cleveland)[1] is an American composer, writer, filmmaker, and Philip H. Knight Professor of Music Composition and Theory.

[3][4] Luminous and sometimes ecstatic in effect, Kyr's work is basically tonal, and often harmonically and rhythmically complex, its sophistication deriving from its synthesis of both modern and ancient modes,[5][6] as well as Western and Asian musical traditions.

[7] An engaged activist for world peace[8] and environmentalism,[6] Kyr has initiated a number of projects that bring together musicians from diverse cultures,[9] or combine music with other media,[10] and touch upon current or historical events.

[11][12] The concepts and titles of Robert Kyr's works often point to their spiritual and metaphysical dimensions: A Time For Life,[6] In Praise of Music,[13][14] On The Nature of Love (Violin Concerto No.1),[15] Unseen Rain,[16] Songs of The Shining Wind,[5] Into the Hour of New Life,[17] White Tigers,[18] and The Passion According to Four Evangelists.

[3][21] Three compact discs of Kyr's music are currently available through New Albion Records: Violin Concerto Trilogy;[22] Unseen Rain;[16] and The Passion According to Four Evangelists.