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Gene Ramsbottom, M. Mus.clarinet
Gene Ramsbottom was accorded “Distinguished Artist” designation in 2015 by FANS, Funding for the Arts on the North Shore, (representing the tri-Cities of North Vancouver, West Vancouver and District of North Vancouver) in recognition of his lifelong artistic accomplishments nationally and internationally. He joined the CBC Radio Orchestra clari...
Dr. Eugene Skovorodnikov, B.Mus., M.Mus. DMApiano
Audiences throughout Europe, Canada, U.S., Latin America, Asia and former Soviet Union recognize Eugene Skovorodnikov for his stylistic interpretation and his technical brilliance.Born in Ukraine, he is a prize winner of "N.Lisenko" National Piano Competition (Ukraine). Eugene Skovorodnikov took his post-graduate course at the St. Petersburg con...
Fabiana Katz, M.Mus.voice
Immersed in music in her native Argentina, Andrea Fabiana moved to Canada at the age of 14. She earned her B.Mus. in Music at the University of Calgary and her Masters of Music in choral conducting from the College-Conservatory of Music at the University of Cincinnati. Her vocal coaches include Heidi Klassen, David L. Jones, Nancy Argenta,...
Dr. Ross Braes, Ph.D. (UBC)theory
Dr. Braes earned his Bachelor of Music and Master of Arts in musicology at the University of Victoria. He returned to Vancouver in 1987 to complete his PhD in music theory at the University of British Columbia. His 30 years of teaching encompass all conservatory-style courses -Rudiments, Harmony, Counterpoint, Analysis and History, as well as and...
Judy Lou, M.Mus., B.Mus (UBC)cello
Cellist Judy Lou acquired her Masters of Music from University of British Columbia (UBC) under the tutelage of renowned cello performer Eric Wilson. Miss Lou has performed as a soloist, an accompanist, and a member of orchestras and chamber groups. She served as the principal cellist of UBC Symphony frequently during her years of study and won ...
Margo LeVae, M.Mus. (UBC)voice
Soprano Margo LeVae was recently honoured as the winner of the 2013 Cathedral Bluffs Symphony Orchestra Clifford Poole Vocal Competition and returned as their soprano soloist for the Brahms Deutsches Requiem with the symphony March 2014. Summer of 2012 saw Margo performing the title role in Richard Strauss’ Ariadne auf Naxos while training at ...
Denis Khvatov, B.Mus., M.Mus.piano / theory
Born in Moscow, Russia, Denis acquired his musical knowledge and skills through study at the music schools named after Gnessins. These studies culminated in his graduating in 1993 with a Masters Degree in Music from the State Musical and Pedagogical Institute named after Gnessins, one of the most prestigious music school in Russia. He was gradua...
Maria Harding, M.Mus (Poland)violin / viola / theory
Maria Harding, born in Poland into an artistic family, performed for many years around the world as a Symphony and Chamber Violinist. She is a very experienced and knowledgeable teacher who enjoys sharing her wide range of musical expertise with her violin students. Maria was born in Gdynia, Poland and began violin at the age of 6 and piano at 10 ...
Gabby Lee, B.Mus. (UBC), Diploma in Piano Performance (Capilano College)piano / voice / theory
Gabby Lee has had the opportunity to explore music since she was 4 years old. She received a music Diploma from the Royal Conservatory of Music and from Capilano University in Piano Performance, as well as a Bachelor Degree majoring in Music from the University of British Columbia. Ms.Lee studied with top music teachers in Vancouver, not only ...
Michael Bemmels, M.Mus. (UBC) guitar / bass-guitar
Michael Bemmels is an accomplished guitarist from Richmond, B.C. He holds a Master’s and Bachelor’s degree in classical guitar performance from UBC, where he studied under Daniel Bolshoy and Michael Strutt. Throughout his studies at UBC, Michael was awarded nine scholarships, including the Wallace Berry Memorial Prize for his outstanding achiev...
Laura Miller, M.Mus (UBC), B.Mus (UVic)voice
Laura Miller possesses a great passion for teaching and her students rank very well in concerts, competitions and exams. She is excited to join the leading team of teachers at World of Music and Arts and looking forward to accepting new students! Soprano, Laura Miller, was born and raised in Fairview, Alberta. After graduating high school, La...
Alvin Tran, B.Mus., M.Mus.violin / viola
A native of Vancouver, Canadian violinist Alvin Tran is an active performer throughout North America. Comfortable performing solo, orchestral, and chamber music, Alvin is eager to bring music of all kinds to audiences around the world. He is a former member of the first violin section of the Boise Philharmonic and plays as an extra musician with th...
Anna Vavilova, M.Mus., alumna of BCRMTA & CFMTApiano / theory
Anna Vavilova is a celebrated pianist, composer, recording artist, teacher, writer, radio host and the founder of the prestigious music academy World of Music & Arts, who has impacted and positively influenced the cultural life of Vancouver. Pianist Anna Vavilova, was born and grew up in Daugavpils, Latvia (former USSR). Her musical tale...
Inna Rusanova, B.Mus., M.Mus.piano / theory
Inna Rusanova, M.Mus. was born in Ukraine, where she studied piano from the age of 6 at Ukranian State Music School. During this time Inna showed great passion for piano playing and was praised by her professors for participating and excelling in many local and regional piano competitions. Mrs. Rusanova successfully graduated from Khmelnytsky Mu...
Pam Lam, B.Mus.piano / theory
Ms. Lam has appeared as a soloist and chamber musician in North America and Asia, sharing her passion for piano playing. Pam received her Bachelor of Music Degree from the University ofVictoria while studying with Bruce Vogt. After graduation, Pam continued her music studies to become a Certified Instructor of both Kindermusik and the Kelly Kirby P...
Samantha Fu, M.Mus.piano / recorder / flute
Samantha Fu’s passion for music led her to accomplish ARCT Performance certificates for both flute and piano from the Toronto Royal Conservatory of Music Examinations program in Canada. In 2001 Samantha Fu graduated from the University of British Columbia with a B.Mus degree, majoring in Flute Performance. During this time Samantha also contin...
Grace Tsang, B.Mus.violin
Grace aspires to be both an inspiring teacher and a virtuosic, unique performer of all genres of music. She has years of private teaching experience, and works very well with all levels of students. Grace's philosophy in teaching and learning music is that "teaching is not about molding a student into what one desires, but it is about catering t...
Andrew Chavez-Kline, M.Mus.clarinet
Andrew Chavez-Kline is a recent graduate from the Master’s program at Portland State University where he studied with German clarinetist Dr. Barbara Heilmair. While there he developed a passion for contemporary classical music, appearing on the album forces of nature by Portland-based composer Lisa Ann Marsh, and premiering works for the Cascad...
Dawn F. Williams B.A. B.Ed., BC Certified Music Teacher, Part 1 ORFF Certifiedpiano / voice / recorder / flute
Dawn Williams has been a successful music teacher for over 25 year. Ms. Willims talents are versatile. She is equally proficient in several instruments and received high praises for her performing and teaching skills. While a student in University of Western Ontario and Brock university Ms. Williams took flute lessons with Christopher Lee an...
Ruel Morales, B.Mus.guitar / bass-guitar / drum / theory
Ruel studied at the University of British Columbia in 2005, majoring in Classical Guitar Performance with a minor in Composition. His B. Mus. degree was conferred in 2008, the same year he produced and performed on the Allegra Trio's album, "East-West Journey". Ruel's foray into music began with piano lessons at the age of four with The Royal Co...
