Kerson Leong Bio

Kerson Leong | Violin Kerson Leong has been described as “not just one of Canada’s greatest violinists but one of the greatest violinists, period” (Toronto Star). Forging a unique path since his First Prize win at the International Yehudi Menuhin Violin Competition in...

Angela Yixuan Miao Bio

Angela Yixuan Miao | Piano Angela Yixuan Miao (b. 2013, China) began studying piano at the age of six in Montréal with Professor Grigori Chaverdian. In the same year, she made her orchestral debut performing Bach’s Piano Concerto No. 5. Angela has distinguished...

Monica Chen Bio

Monica Chen | Conductor An emerging Canadian conductor, Monica Chen is the RBC Assistant Conductor of the Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra as well as Music Director of the University of Manitoba Symphony Orchestra and Sistema Winnipeg program, working closely with Maestros...

Chris Lee Bio

Chris Lee | Tuba Chris Lee, a native of Toronto, discovered his passion for the tuba at age 12 while attending Winona Drive Public School. There, he met Canadian Brass legend Chuck Daellenbach, performed over 50 concerts with the Winona Brass Quintet—including a Japan...

Leila Naderi Bio

Leila Naderi | Vocalist Voted Favourite Female Artist at the GO People’s Choice Awards in 2023, Leila Naderi is a local composer, arranger, vocalist, pianist and the choir director of the Kelowna Rock Choir. Previously known as powerhouse musician Leila Neverland, Ms...

Ivars Taurins Bio

Ivars Taurins | Conductor Equally at home conducting symphonic and choral repertoire, Ivars Taurins is the founding director of the Tafelmusik Chamber Choir, now celebrating its 44th season. He was also founding member and violist of the Tafelmusik Orchestra for its...

Joy Yeh Bio

Joy Yeh | Harp Dr. Joy Yeh (D.Mus. Indiana, M.Mus. Yale, B.Mus. UBC) is the Professor and Chair of the Harp Division at the Vancouver Academy of Music. She is a distinguished adjudicator at international music competitions and festivals, including the Canadian Music...

Deborah Sterritt Bio

Deborah SterrittTreasurer Deborah is a retired Deloitte LLP partner who is passionate about making a meaningful difference during her lifetime by bringing an experienced perspective to matters and issues that impact our quality of life. Music has always been part of...

Okanagan Symphony Youth Orchestra Bio

Okanagan Symphony Youth Orchestra The Okanagan Symphony Youth Orchestra (OSYO) is a year-long rigorous orchestral educational program for self-motivated young musicians to play challenging and rewarding orchestral music and improve their rehearsal and performance...

Julian Pellicano MD Bio

Julian Pellicano | Music Director Known for his versatility across a broad spectrum of genres, dynamic interpretations and meticulous technique, American-Canadian conductor Julian Pellicano, in addition to his new appointment as music director of the Okanagan Symphony...