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Dr. Anna Vavilova, Ph.D. candidate (MSU)piano / theory
Pianist Anna Vavilova, the recipient of Kwantlen Polytechnic University’s Top 25 Music Alumni Award, is the director and founder of the World of Music and Arts academy. She is also the recipient of the Vancouver Foundation and the BC Arts Council Scholarships, as well as the finalist of the Pacific Spotlight Competition on CBC Radio Two. Ms. Vavi...
Amanda Andrishak MMus (cand.), BMus, ARCT, ACCMpiano / violin / theory
Pianist and Violinist Amanda Andrishak is nearing the completion of a Master of Music in Piano Performance from Indiana University, where she studies under the tutelage of Professor Evelyne Brancart. Previously, Amanda has pursued undergraduate studies in piano at the University of British Columbia, where she received her Bachelor of Music in 2020,...
Isaac Jiang, BMus., ARCTpiano / theory
Chinese-Canadian Pianist Isaac Jiang graduated from the University of British Columbia (B.Mus). Isaac also holds an ARCT Performance Diploma from the Royal Conservatory of Music. He is the recipient of many scholarships such as the Mildred Johnson and Maurice Taylor Scholarships in Music. While studying at UBC, Isaac experimented with composition i...
Thomas Beckman, M.Mus. (UBC) violin / viola
CMC associate composer, teacher, violinist, violist Thomas Beckman, serves as Festival Composer for the Artists for Conservation, in-house composer for MillsPictures Studio, and film composer for the Circle of Eagles organization. As an active musician, Thomas additionally serves as acting principal violist of the Prince George Symphony, lead for t...
Gregory Samek, M.Mus. (UT), B.Mus. (UW)drum / theory
Percussionist Greg Samek has been teaching drums and classical percussion instruments to students for many years! He enjoys structuring lessons, where students not only have a fun component of drumming along with their favorite tune but also learn music theory. Many of Greg's students have successfully passed RCM exams in percussion instruments. Mr...
Kari Rutherford, BMus., MMusvoice
Hailing from southern Manitoba, Soprano Kari Rutherford is a private vocal instructor who has brought her knowledge to students from as young as 6 years old to 50+. Offering a wide range of musical styles, Ms. Rutherford specializes in classical voice and opera repertoire while also offering musical theater and jazz. Ms. Rutherford is also well ver...
Amira McCavitt, M.Mus (UBC), B.Mus (UWO)voice
Teacher: Amira McCavitt is a passionate voice teacher, working with students of all ages, from young children to adults. Amira is comfortable teaching classical, musical theater, and pop styles of singing, and encourages her students to explore a wide range of repertoire. She aims to create an encouraging and supportive environment, where the st...
Dr. Henri-Paul Sicsicpiano
Canadian and French pianist Henri-Paul Sicsic devotes his passion for music through performance, always looking to serve the composers and to find their true voice, but also through teaching where he works painstakingly to communicate art music to the younger generations. As a result of his pedagogical research, dedication and accomplishments, Sics...
Melissa Huen, ARCT, BMT candidatepiano
Born and raised in Vancouver, Melissa's passion for music began from her first piano lesson at the early age of three. After singing with the Richmond Youth Honour Choir for many years throughout her childhood, Melissa became their piano accompanist at age 12 and performed with them from local to international choral festivals. In her early years, ...
Dr. Aaron Grahamdrum / theory
Dr. Aaron Graham is an award-winning percussionist, composer, and educator residing in Vancouver, BC. He recently served as Visiting Instructor of Percussion at Kwantlen Polytechnic University and holds a Doctorate of Musical Arts from the University of British Columbia where he is currently a Sessional Lecturer. His extensive and diverse backgroun...
Irina Gaivoronskaia, M.Mus.piano / theory
Irina was born in Russia and has been trained in the classical Russian piano teaching method. After graduating from the state music school, she went to pursue a Bachelor of Music in Piano Teaching with Krasnodar Music College under the tutelage of Tatiana Doronkina. She then continued her studies and earned a Master's Degree in Piano Pedagogy (Teac...
Jericho Huang, B.Mus.piano
Jericho Huang is a Chinese-born Vancouver-based classical pianist, teacher, and music producer/composer. He holds a Bachelor of Music in Piano Performance Degree from the Vancouver Academy of Music under the tutelage of Professor Ms. Amanda Chan. Mr. Huang has performed as a soloist, collaborative pianist, choral pianist, and orchestral pianist....
Hilda Lam, M.Mus. voice
Renowned for her vibrant tone and colourful vocal palette, Hilda is an avid performer in opera and musical theatre. Rooted in the passion for musical arts and theatre, Hilda began her vocal journey at a young age studying privately with soprano and vocal pedagogue Cindy Leung. She continued her vocal training at the University of Alberta (Augustana...
Julia Polissky, B.Mus., ARCTpiano
Julia Polissky holds a Bachelor in Music from the University of Victoria, and an ARCT in Piano Performance from the Royal Conservatory of Music. As well as teaching piano Julia is an accompanist and has experience playing for instrumental soloists and vocalists. Julia’s music education began at age six with established Russian professors, coming ...
Dr. Matthew Ming Li, ARCT, BM, MM , DMApiano
Vancouver raised pianist Matthew Li is a diverse and adventurous musician who is not afraid of going beyond the conventional repertoire. He has garnered praise and attention for combining intellectual interpretations with explosive virtuosity. Mr. Li received his Doctoral in Musical Arts program from the University of Toronto. He also holds a M...
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...
Karen Huh, M.Mus., B.Mus cello
Cellist Karen Huh holds a Bachelor of Music degree from California State University, Northridge and a Master of Music degree from Peabody Conservatory of Music. She studied with Rowena Hammill, Andrew Cook and Sthephen Kates. She has been teaching cello for 20 years from young beginners, college students to adults. She taught students privately, i...
Dr. Melody Yvonne Chan - Li, ARCT, BMus, MMus, DMA Suzuki Unit 1piano / theory
Always having music play a major role in her life, pianist and music educator Dr. Melody Chan-Li, is constantly seeking new and creative ways to share this wonderful art form with others. Melody has been teaching for over a decade and thoroughly enjoys the process of working with different people to bring out their joy of music. Her teaching ph...
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...
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...
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 of Victoria while studying with Bruce Vogt. After graduation, Pam continued her music studies to become a Certified Instructor of both Kindermusik and the Kelly Kirby ...
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...
Andrew Chavez-Kline, M.Mus.clarinet
NEWS! Andrew Chavez-Kline's student was recently awarded a GOLD MEDAL in Gr.7 RCM Clarinet Exam in BC with the highest mark obtained! Mr. Chavez-Kline is a graduate of 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 ...
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 years. Ms. Williams' talents are versatile; she is equally proficient in several instruments and received high praises for her performing and teaching skills. While studying at the University of Western Ontario and Brock university Ms. Williams took flute lessons with Christopher Lee...
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...
