Richard Reed Parry is a Canadian multi-instrumentalist and composer best known as a core member of the indie rock band Arcade Fire, where he plays violin, guitar, and keyboards. Beyond his work with the band, Parry has established himself as an accomplished solo artist and film composer, creating evocative instrumental music that blends orchestral and electronic elements. His contributions to Arcade Fire's critically acclaimed albums have helped shape the sound of modern indie rock since the early 2000s.