DIRECTOR PROGRAMMING

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Andrea Unrau (she/her) is a musician, educator and researcher with a passion for bringing high quality creative arts education to children and adults of all ages and abilities. As SoM’s Director of Programming, Andrea designs and implements community music programs that centre student strengths, interests and needs. 

With a background in Psychology, Neuroscience & Behaviour, Andrea spent 5 years at the McMaster Institute for Music and the Mind, studying early musical development in children and the many cognitive and social benefits of music education. Her goal is to find creative methods to share musical joy with young people with diverse learning needs. Andrea is also an active musician, performing regularly around Vancouver and Western Canada.

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

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Dan Cleland has over 30 years of experience within the music industry. His path has included work as audio engineer, production manager, tour manager, and music school board member. Following his tour management of such celebrity musicians as Avril Lavigne, the Barenaked Ladies, Norah Jones, and The Chieftains, Dan has come to work as a major member of Grammy Award winning singer-songwriter Sarah McLachlan’s management team. Dan brings a wealth of energy, industry knowledge, and professional acumen to his work, and though he is undoubtedly a workaholic, he does maintain one of his favorite hobbies as a pilot, as well as his own endeavors in music.

INTERIM DIRECTOR, HR

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Caitlin is a HR professional with extensive experience in employee relations, talent management, and organizational development. With a strong passion for creating positive workplace cultures, Caitlin plays a pivotal role in ensuring that employees thrive and that the company’s core values are upheld. Having worked in a variety of industries, Caitlin is known for her strategic approach, focusing on aligning talent strategies with business goals. She excels at navigating complex employee concerns, improving team dynamics, and fostering environments where both individuals and organizations can grow. In addition to her HR expertise, Caitlin is committed to promoting diversity and inclusion within the workplace. She continuously seeks innovative ways to enhance employee engagement and create a supportive and productive work environment. With a keen eye for detail and a focus on results, Caitlin is dedicated to driving continuous improvement in all aspects of HR operations—while still managing to keep her sense of humor intact.

DIRECTOR DEVELOPMENT

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Emily is a professional fundraiser and nonprofit leader with over a decade of experience. Emily earned a BA in Social Sciences from the University of Ottawa, followed by a Post-Graduate Certificate in Event Management from Algonquin College. She now lives with her family just outside of Kitsilano, on the unceded territories of thexwməθkwəy̓ əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish) and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) peoples.

With a deep commitment to community service and fostering inclusive, anti-racist and creative spaces, Emily has worked with numerous nonprofit organizations over the past decade. Though she does not perform much anymore, Emily still teaches musical theatre to children at Lights Up Musical Theatre Schools.

As a student, teacher and parent, she has witnessed firsthand the transformative power of artistic expression on young minds. She is deeply honoured to be part of the SoM team and to help change the life of every young artist who walks through our doors!

DIRECTOR FINANCE

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Jackie holds both a Diploma in Financial Management from BCIT and earned her professional designation as a Certified General Accountant in 1995.

Jackie brings a wealth of experience to the school having enjoyed a 30+ year career working in the travel and entertainment industry; most notably for the Vancouver Canucks, Vancouver Grizzlies, Uniglobe Travel and the Pacific National Exhibition.  Following the successful sale of Uniglobe in which she played a pivotal role, Jackie took a short sabbatical to recharge and ultimately seek out a new position in which she could give back to the community.  Having a lifelong passion for music and also playing guitar for fun since childhood, SoM was a perfect fit!  In addition to music, Jackie is also passionate about health and fitness, earning her 1st degree black belt in Taekwon-do in 2015.

DIRECTOR OPERATIONS

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Stephen joined SoM in September 2002, recognizing the great potential that Sarah’s vision for the school could have upon the future of music education. Over the years Stephen has become a rigorous champion of all things innovative at SoM, mentoring peer dialogue, forward looking teaching practice, inclusive administrative practice and modeling the community building values inherent in SoM’s motto ‘find your voice’. 

As Director of Operations, Fisk stewards staff and students alike in the artistic and organizational abundance that SoM’s culture affords to all. With his extensive background in liberal arts and all things musical, Stephen remains active as a professional performing artist, writer, producer and teacher of over 35 years. Fisk holds degrees in Arts, Composition and a Masters in Jazz Performance from the New England Conservatory in Boston.

FRONT DESK ASSISTANT

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Alexandra Clancy is a movement artist currently living and creating on the ancestral lands of the xʷməθkʷəy̓ əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish Nation), and səl̓ilw̓ ətaʔɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations, in the place now commonly known as Vancouver. She is a proud alumna of Jacob’s Pillow, SFU, DJD, and Tapestry Dance Company. Her work has been presented at Jacob’s Pillow, New Works, Feats Festival of Dance, Playhouse, 12 Minutes Max, Eighth and Eight, & DOTE. Alexandra loves working at Sarah Mclachlan School of Music helping youth explore the relationship between music and movement and fostering spaces that build community and creative expression.

TEACHING ARTIST

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Alison is a singer, songwriter,  and multi-instrumentalist. After decades of working in professional theatre as a music director and actor, she now performs her original songs under the name LittleFox. You can follow her musical adventures on her website: https://onelittlefox.com/

ACCOUNTANT, FINANCE

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Andrew comes from a background of engineering and operations management and he is happy to bring his detail, data-driven attitude to SoM's finance department. He has a background in piano, guitar, and has experience running tech for many theatre productions. Andrew enjoys every form of live performance and loves what the school does for the community!

CONTENT CREATION & STORYTELLING

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Angela is a primary teacher and a local filmmaker and photographer. She has a background in documentary filmmaking and has created videos for nonprofits and charities to showcase their mission and impact. Angela is a strong advocate for better representation and uplifting marginalized voices in film and media

TEACHING ARTIST & PROGRAM MANAGER

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Boris is a talented pianist, bassist, and bagpipe maker with a deep passion for art and culture, shaped by his extensive travels during his youth. His formal training in music includes an A.R.C.T. Diploma from the Royal Conservatory of Music, a Bachelor of Music Degree from the University of British Columbia, and a Jazz and Commercial Music Diploma from Vancouver Community College.

TEACHING ARTIST

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Caroline is a singer, songwriter, and music educator based in Vancouver, BC. She grew up in the San Francisco Bay Area playing the harp, going to folk jams, and singing with the San Francisco Girls Chorus.

Caroline loves connecting with students, exploring music fundamentals using creativity, and building confidence and relationships through music. 

In addition to her work at SoM, Caroline teaches voice, performs original music, and leads community music workshops. She is certified in Orff Schulwerk and holds a BA in Anthropology and African Studies from UBC.

TEACHING ARTIST

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Christina Gaspar is a UBC Music and Theatre graduate. She currently performs world music, Portuguese Fado and children’s music under the banner of Gaspar Studios. Christina has been teaching for the past ten years and focuses on early childhood or youth-at-risk arts programs. She endeavours to equip children and youth with the tools, resources and knowledge to exceed their goals and develop a lifelong passion for music and the arts. www.gasparstudios.com

TEACHING ARTIST

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Francis is a Vancouver-based artist, guitarist, writer, and music teacher. Born in the Philippines to a musical family, he grew up in Metro Manila and lived in Kazakhstan before migrating to Vancouver. Francis holds a Bachelor of Music in Jazz Studies from Capilano University and has been teaching music since 2015. He is an active session guitarist, published songwriter and performer. His diverse musical background and cross-cultural experiences shape his approach to both creating and sharing music.

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Holly Winter is a composer, vocalist, clarinetist, and music educator with a passion for creative music-making. Holly holds an MMus from UBC in Music Composition, a BMus in Clarinet from Memorial University and a BA in Creative Writing and Philosophy from Dalhousie. Holly’s compositions have been performed internationally and have been described as striking and innovative. Holly has over 10 years of teaching experience, loves helping students find their creative voices. She has a particular interest in making her classroom accessible to students of all backgrounds and support needs.

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Ian Bevis is a singer, songwriter and producer from Vancouver BC. Ian originally began producing and performing music with his band Bear Mountain, and has toured and performed extensively throughout North America. In addition to producing music, Ian has honed his craft as a songwriter, co-writing songs with Canadian artists such as Nelly Furtado, Jesse Reyez, and Nate Ferraro. His work reflects his deep fascination with the intersection of acoustic and electronic music, driving his pursuit of innovative songwriting possibilities through technology. While teaching, Ian aims to bring a positive and multi-faceted approach to learning new techniques to produce music, while fostering a supportive environment to inspire students.

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James Moore is a Vancouver based electronic producer who attended Sarah McLachlan School of Music as a student. He earned diplomas in Advanced Music Engineering, Advanced Music Production, Live Audio and Post and Game Audio Production at the Nimbus School of Recording Arts. While James mostly makes EDM, he's also played in rock bands as a guitarist and a bassist. When he isn't teaching or making music, he works as an independent recording engineer, live sound tech and post audio mixer

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Jeremy is an upright and electric bass player who loves playing live and recording with such diverse artists as Jim Byrnes, Joey (Sh*thead) Keithley of DOA, Steve Dawson, Cousin Harley, Alvin Youngblood Hart, Russell DeCarle, Alison Russell, Ndidi Onukwulu, Jill Barber, Suzie Ungerleider and many other artists from the UK, USA and Canada.  He has worked with such producers as Steve Dawson, Howard Redekopp and Ryan Guldemond and as an actor/musician in The Arts Club Theatre's production of Buddy! The Buddy Holly Story. Jeremy has studied at The Banff Centre for The Arts, has a Bachelor of Music degree in Jazz Studies from Capliano University and has toured clubs, festivals and theatres throughout Canada, the US, and Europe.

His instrumental band, Flatback, in which he plays mandolin, received a Canada Council grant to record its album, The Harmonic Circus.

STUDENT SERVICES ASSISTANT

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Julia has been an integral part of the SoM community for the last seventeen years—ten of those as a student studying piano and choir. She has spent the past seven years working at SoM, now in her current role as part of the team in the student lounge working and connecting with students. Her experiences have fueled her passion for learning and personal development, inspiring her to pursue a degree in child psychology. Julia is dedicated to making a meaningful impact on the lives of young people.

TEACHING ARTIST

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Julia McDougall is a songwriter, musician and music educator who is privileged to live and work on the unceded stolen ancestral territories of the Coast Salish people. For the past ten years she has worked at SoM as both an educator as well as program coordinator of “Hive Fridays,” an initiative that serves students ages 19-24. Julia is also a teacher with the Burnaby School District and works primarily in alternative education; she has degrees in both composition and education from Simon Fraser University. Julia is currently working under the moniker Yawn, a solo, synth dream-pop project. Julia believes that art has the power to pave the way for truth, equality and social justice and is a committed ally to marginalized BIPOC and LGBTQIA2S+ communities.

TEACHING ARTIST & PROGRAM MANAGER

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Justin Gorrie is an active performer, composer and music educator within a vast array of musical mediums. The son of a working musician, he was exposed to life in the arts throughout his childhood and began performing in a professional capacity in 2004. As an instructor, Justin aims to create a fun and positive learning environment that motivates and inspires his students to achieve great things, in music and beyond.

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Liam is a multi-percussionist, known for his Drumset playing. Liam’s versatility has led him to an extremely eclectic mix of projects over the years. He has both recorded and/or performed with the following artists: Harry Manx (World Folk Blues), Steve Dawson (Roots & Blues), Celso Machado (guitarist/composer from Brazil), David Hidalgo (Los Lobos), John Boutte (New Orleans singing legend), Gord Grdina's Haram (11-piece Avant-Garde Arabic ensemble), Buckman Coe (RnB, Soul, Reggae).

MANAGER OPERATIONS

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Marlow is a bass player, musician and songwriter who has balanced his love of music with a passion for working in the community and non-profit sector. He began his musical career in the 90s, toured internationally and for the past 18 years has performed with the Vancouver-based tribute act, Nearly Neil. Throughout his musical career, he has also worked with special needs teens and youth in a supervisory, programming and training capacity. In his spare time, he enjoys spending quality time with his wife, family, and friends. When he’s not engaged in music or dancing, he likes to walk his Lynx Point Siamese, Ducati.

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Raul grew up in El Salvador and moved to Canada when he was 13, living in Victoria until moving to East Vancouver in 2005. He is a self-taught turntablist, spinning vinyl for over 20 years. Raul currently works as an instructor at the Sarah McLachlan School for Music and with the Metaphor Crew who do youth empowerment workshops in schools. He collaborates regularly with Curtis Clearsky and the Constellationz, C.R. Avery, Kia Kadiri, Ndidi Cascade, and Ruby Singh and has opened for bands like Ozomatli, the Boom Booms, Fishbone and Wyclef Jean. He also works as a music consultant at Highlife Records on Commercial Drive.

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Richard is a Vancouver, BC based drummer who has been very active in the Canadian music scene for several years. Richard’s career has included working with artists Big Sugar, Yellowman, Ernest Ranglin, Pee Wee Ellis and others. Richard’s television and film credits include work with Mariah Cary, Debra Cox, Alanah Myles, Gino Vanelli and episode of NBC’s television show Resident Alien. Richard has performed across North and Central America, Caribbean, as well as Europe, China and other parts of Asia. As part of the SoM staff, Richard enjoys sharing his wealth of knowledge and experience with his students, and to help them to develop a fun and effective experience with music

TEACHING ARTIST & COMMUNITY OUTREACH COORDINATOR

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Over the past decade and a half, JUNO-nominated percussionist Robin Layne has steeped himself in rhythmic traditions from around the world. His search for rhythm and folkloric traditions has led him to Cuba, Guinea, Mali, Mexico, Colombia and beyond. He brings these influences to bear in his compositions that are inspired by his travels. Robin believes music has the power to connect and bring people together and has devoted his life to that, both through his performing work and also his educational work with young people

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Ronald Nazal is a multi-platinum producer and accomplished recording engineer. Beyond the studio, he captivates audiences with his dynamic live performances, showcasing his skills as a keyboardist. Ronald is dedicated to nurturing the next generation of musical talent teaching music production

MANAGER, DEVELOPMENT

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Rosa is a multi-disciplined artist, fundraiser, and academic, born on the hən̓q̓əmin̓əm̓ and Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Sníchim speaking peoples lands (Burnaby). She's a vocalist and songwriter in the local 5-piece girl group NADUH. NADUH has shared the stage with major artists like Jacob Banks and Raveena and toured internationally in the UK, Mexico and the USA. She received a Master of Science in Forestry at UBC, following an indigenous-science approach to her research. She also is the founder and designer of the fashion brand Local Trash, which uses second-hand materials to make stylish and upbeat one-of-one clothing and accessories. She has been fundraising for 5+ years with two bands, and at the non-profit Salal Sexual Violence Support Centre that supports folks who have experienced gender-based violence

STUDENT LOUNGE COORDINATOR

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Sara grew up as a multidisciplinary musician with a strong passion for vocal performance, leading them to pursue a degree in musical theater at Randolph College for the Performing Arts. In addition to teaching musical theater, Sara has explored music therapy and music education, always seeking ways to make a positive impact on others through music. Sara is delighted to be a part of the music and entertainment community in Vancouver, continuously exploring her love of performance in new ways.

TEACHING ARTIST & PROGRAM MANAGER

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Shane is a Leo Award-winning baritone, choral conductor, composer and music educator who creates on the unceded territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish) and səl̓ílwətaʔɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations, Vancouver, British Columbia. Shane earned a Bachelor of Music in Voice Performance from UBC and has performed with many choirs. His arrangements and original compositions have been performed throughout Vancouver. Shane conducts the Vancouver Bach Youth Chorus and their adult Chamber Choir, Sarabande.

TEACHING ARTIST & PROGRAM MANAGER

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Vocalist and multi-instrumentalist Shannon Scott has been teaching, performing, and recording locally and abroad since graduating from Capilano University's BMus in Jazz Studies in 2006. Accolades include feature performances in the Joy in Jiangsu World Music Festival (China), the Jaipur Jazz and Blues Festival (India), as well as at multiple BC Jazz and Folk music festivals. As a teacher, she is passionate about inspiring a love of music in her students, at any age, and in every style.

TEACHING ARTIST

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Morgan is a Bahamian-born musician and composer. She is a graduate of MacEwan University’s Bachelor of Music program, and is a rising star in Edmonton’s jazz and R&B scenes, having performed at numerous iconic local venues. Her passion for music stems from her father playing records in their household, and as a child she played piano, drums, and saxophone before settling on the guitar. Morgan is passionate about inspiring and motivating students, sharing her love for music, and encouraging others to explore their creative potential.

OPERATIONS MANAGER

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Nathan is a versatile musician, songwriter, producer, and music director. He has performed alongside many prominent local acts, contributing his talents on guitar, pedal steel, keys, and vocals, both on stage and in the studio. Nathan has recorded four albums and contributed to numerous others. He has spent many years directing arts programs in churches and was the music director for touring shows. Holding a Bachelor's degree in music with a focus on guitar and voice, Nathan enjoys spending his off-time tinkering in his home recording studio, hanging out with his three kids, and listening to records

TEACHING ARTIST

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Reid is a musician, composer, and music educator. In the past year, he has been composing for ensembles in Edmonton, Toronto, Lunenburg, and Vienna. Reid holds a Bachelor's degree in music from MacEwan University, specializing in composition and education. His artistic practice was also recognized by MacEwan University in awarding him the Wind Energy Commission Award in Music Composition. As an artist, Reid continues to experiment with different styles and techniques, and he is always striving to create new and exciting musical experiences for the young artists he teaches.

PROGRAM MANAGER, STUDENT SERVICES

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Roya is a song weaver, dancer, actor, and administrator with a passion for creative collaboration. Originally from Yellowknife, and now based in Amiskwacîwâskahikan (Edmonton), Roya is preparing to release her debut album Shy in 2025. Roya holds a Bachelor of Music degree from MacEwan University and is also a graduate of the Canadian College of Performing Arts.

TEACHING ARTIST

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Tyson is an award-winning, stylistically diverse composer/arranger, multi-instrumentalist, and singer. A graduate of the Banff School of Creative Music, the University of Toronto Jazz Program, and the Grant MacEwan Music Program, Tyson also utilizes a Master's degree in Social Work (University of Calgary) in his work with students and colleagues alike

TEACHING ARTIST

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Lindsey is an award-winning musician and theatre artist. Originally from Winnipeg Manitoba, Lindsey has been creating, performing and teaching in Edmonton for almost 20 years. As an instructor, Lindsey has been teaching music lessons, workshops and camps for over 10 years. As an artist, Lindsey has written two critically acclaimed musicals, released multiple award-winning albums and singles and toured across Canada multiple times. Lindsey also enjoys hiking, biking, and petting every dog she meets.

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Angela is a musician and songwriter from Edmonton, Alberta who began manifesting a reality as a performer from a young age by setting up audiences of stuffed animals to sing for. As a child Angela’s musical tastes ranged from Britney Spears to Metallica and as a teen she settled on the bass as her primary instrument after attending a Kool & The Gang concert and experiencing what she calls a “funk awakening.” Over a decade ago Angela founded her pop/R&B project called Mercy Funk, and continues to co-write and co-lead the band. She began teaching music in 2009 and Angela remains endlessly inspired and fulfilled by the hundreds of students she’s had the pleasure of working with.

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Caitlin is a dedicated musician and educator with a lifelong belief in the transformative power of music. Classically trained in voice, piano, and music theory, she has performed in choirs, recitals, and events across Edmonton. Caitlin holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Arts from the University of Alberta and has been awarded two Gold Medals in Voice from the Royal Conservatory of Music. With years of experience working with children and youth in diverse settings, she is committed to building strong connections between students, parents, and instructors, fostering growth and creative musical expression. Caitlin also enjoys photography, arts and crafts, filmmaking, and collaborating with friends from around the world to create music.

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Zach is a musician, composer, and educator. Born and raised in Edmonton, he has been studying music since he was eight years old, and has been performing professionally since he was a teenager. His passion for music brought him to MacEwan University, where he completed the Bachelor of music program, majoring in Composition. Zach has played venues across Alberta and British Columbia as the lead guitarist in the band “Misfortune Tellers”. As a composer, his interests lie in blending contemporary Jazz with elements of traditional North African & Middle Eastern music. Zach is excited to share his curiosity and love for music with his students as a part of the SoM team!

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Aisha is a multidimensional artist with a deep passion for teaching. Her love of music fuels her commitment to nurturing the next generation of artists, empowering them to explore their creativity, build confidence, and cultivate their own musical identities.

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Alan is highly sought after for his work as a musician and educator.  His approach to music making, via guitar and bass, brings students together to explore skill development and the joy of musical discovery. Alan is very active in the local music community as a session musician, band leader and producer.

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Erin is a classically trained soprano and dedicated educator who finds immense joy in sharing her love of music with others. In addition to her passion for performing, Erin teaches voice and piano, inspiring youth to develop their musicality and skills.

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Yamil engages his multifaceted skills and love for music to foster friendships and build communities. With this mindset, Yamil instills values of collaboration and creativity into his teaching and boosts the self-esteem of students as they progress in their musical journey. Yamil is very active in the local music community as a session musician, band leader and producer.

OPERATIONS MANAGER

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Kia serves as the Operations Manager at Sarah McLachlan School of Music in New West. Kia is a dynamic poet, musician, and educator whose infectious energy inspires passion and excitement in all who encounter her. Her artistry is a testament to her unwavering commitment to equity, inclusion, and a deep dedication to community building through the arts.

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Carmichael is a dedicated musician with a passion for pushing creative boundaries and exploring new musical possibilities. As a skilled percussionist, he brings a deep love for music and a desire to build community, sharing his expertise and enthusiasm in the very place where his own musical journey began.