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Born in Vancouver, Caitlin Wong has been studying violin since the age of 5 at the Vancouver Academy of Music. As a result of excellent training with her current teacher Nicholas Wright and the deeply valued long-time mentorship of Lawrie Hill, Caitlin plays the violin with great passion and technical virtuosity. In addition to her… Read more »
Braxton Raymond is an in demand woodwind artist (saxophones, flutes, clarinets) from Toronto, Canada. He performs frequently in music theatre pit orchestras with Mirvish Productions, the Shaw Festival, the Stratford Festival and Broadway Across Canada. In addition to leading his own jazz ensembles, he has performed with the Vancouver Legacy Jazz Orchestra, the Composer’s Collective… Read more »
Luci Barz’s musical journey began at the age of 7, inspired by his Romanian heritage and a family that deeply appreciated traditional folk music. Growing up in the small town of Hunedoara, he was immersed in a vibrant musical environment that fostered his early love for the violin. Seeking advanced training, Luci moved to Vancouver,… Read more »
Stella Chen graduated from China Conservatory of Music in Beijing and during her studies, Ms. Chen had been the recipient of numerous awards in China, and had appeared regularly on television. After leaving China in 2006, Ms. Chen continued her studies in Canada and Europe. In 2007, she was awarded a full scholarship from the… Read more »
Stella is a member of the Chinese Harp Association with a National Level-3 Performer certification. She is also affiliated with the Vancouver West Coast Harp Society. Her professional development includes participating in the 2012 Third Chinese Harp Art Festival, attending a masterclass by Japanese harpist Yamazaky, and a forum lecture “On Jazz Harp” by Jakez,… Read more »
Manuela began studying piano at the age of 5. She completed her ARCT Piano Performance Diploma with First Class Honours. She then went on to complete her Bachelor of Music degree at the University of British Columbia, graduating with High Distinction under the tutelage of Amanda Chan. During her studies at UBC, she was granted… Read more »
William Broverman is an in-demand freelance musician and educator in Metro Vancouver. He completed an undergraduate degree from McGill University in 2016 before serving four years as Bass Trombone/Co-Principal of the Orquesta Sinfónica de Yucatán in Mérida, Mexico. Since returning to Vancouver in 2020, Will has enjoyed a busy performing career with the finest ensembles the… Read more »
Sylvia Yee has taught hundreds of children and adult beginner students for over 20 years in the UK, France, India, and Canada. She believes in nurturing a spirit of musical exploration and is dedicated to helping her students find their unique tone and narrative. Combining interactive teaching, exercises to strengthen technique, and a strong foundational understanding… Read more »
Alan Matheson is a Vancouver-based pianist, trumpeter, composer and arranger. He teaches at the University of British Columbia School of Music where he is an instructor in jazz piano and trumpet and at the Vancouver Symphony School of Music where he lectures in jazz history and teaches jazz piano and trumpet. Alan also taught for over… Read more »
Chanel Zhang is a dedicated pianist and educator with over eight years of teaching experience, specializing in cultivating well-rounded musicians through technical excellence, artistic expression, and a strong theoretical foundation. She studied at the Manhattan School of Music under Phillip Kawin, where she refined her technique and interpretative approach while completing her core theory studies… Read more »
