Core: Lauris Davis Bio

Lauris Davis Principal Oboe Lauris Davis started on trumpet in high school and dreamed of being the next Miles or Wynton, but after graduating and getting braces, the dream faded along with her embouchure. Not yet knowing the life-long drama of reed making, Lauris...

Core: Susan Aylard Bio

Susan Aylard First Violin Susan Aylard is an equally accomplished classical violinist and fiddler, currently performing with the Okanagan Symphony Orchestra, Rocky Mountain High Band and the Kitchen Sink Pocket Orchestra. Sue has travelled the world performing in...

Core: Audrey Patterson Bio

Audrey Patterson Principal Trumpet Audrey began playing the trumpet at the age of 8. She has studied in Lethbridge, Calgary, Windsor, Detroit, and Vancouver. Audrey has performed with the Detroit Symphony Civic Orchestra, the National Youth Orchestra of Canada,...

John P. Crawford Bio

John P. CrawfordDirector Dr. Crawford has a passion for music in all its forms and values being of service to the community. Prior to retirement, he was a healthcare educator, researcher and clinician, specializing in the sports medicine field – concussion. His deep...

Core: Karmen Doucette Bio

Karmen Doucette Principal Bassoon Karmen Doucette discovered the bassoon at 14—though it may be more accurate to say the bassoon found her. After years of piano lessons and a brief flirtation with the flute, a chance encounter with a school bassoon changed her path...

Glen Doiron Bio

Glen Doiron Director Glen Doiron, owner of GeoPrl Insights Corp., has over 20 years of diverse experience in transportation, logistics IT, and business consulting. He works closely with start-ups, fostering innovation and novel approaches through strategy. Since...

Wilbur Turner Bio

Wilbur TurnerTreasurer Wilbur Turner is a dedicated community leader and advocate for inclusivity. As a board member of the Okanagan Symphony Orchestra, he brings over 30 years of experience in 2SLGBTQIA+ advocacy and nonprofit board involvement. In recognition of his...

Vincent Jones Bio

Vincent JonesDirector Vincent Jones has championed Kelowna’s creative scene for over a decade, contributing to Tourism Kelowna, CBC Radio West and KelownaNow, and supporting events like BreakOut West, Kelowna Fringe, Living Things International Arts Festival and many...

Elena Tilton Bio

Elena TiltonDirector Elena Tilton joined the OSO board after retiring from a diverse, international career in corporate human resources leadership and community service across Canada, the US, and New Zealand. Holding a Master of Education in Counselling and being a...