Praised for his “phenomenal musical expression” (James Ehnes), award-winning violinist Zifan Ivan Li is a dynamic international performer. Born and raised in Dalian, China, Ivan began his life-long passion for the violin at the age of five, under the tutelage of his father, a guest concertmaster and pedagogue. He continued his studies in Japan for three years at the age of 16 and performed several recitals in Ibaraki.Ivan graduated with Distinction from Brandon University, and during his years of musical training at Brandon University, Ivan received invaluable mentorship from Kerry DuWors, ...

Katie's Suzuki Piano ??Location: Yonge and SheppardLanguage: English , Cantonese  Every Child Can!! Adult can enjoy music too, welcome parents' !

Master musician; Shinichi Suzuki once stated; 'Music ability is not an inborn talent but an ability which can be developed.The potential in every child is unlimited.' This same philosophy has been the foundation of Tina's learning; training; and teaching over the years. A native to Toronto; Tina was immersed in music from birth. At age four; she began playing piano under the careful guidance of skilled instructors Maureen McReynolds and Elizabeth Sherk at the North York Suzuki School of Music. Tina enjoyed her studies thoroughly; further developing her passion for piano. She shared her skills ...

Susan Beth Barak; BA (Hons); MEd. Susan deeply believes in the Suzuki philosophy and is grateful to have a wonderful group of students and families in the Heart-Strings studio. Besides private and group lessons; Heart-Strings students enjoy performing throughout the community throughout the year; and fundraise for charitable organizations in the true Suzuki spirit. From senior residences to Fairy Lake to Pickering College to the Cardinal Golf Club to the Bradford Arts Centre and area churches; Heart-Strings students share their love of music all around York Region and South Simcoe. ...

Toronto nativeRachel Gauntlettis a cellist and early childhood educator with a celebrated background in music performance, teaching, and arts administration.Her performances have been broadcast on CBC radio and taken her to Lincoln Center in New York City.As an orchestral musician, Rachel has held principal cello positions with Sneak Peak Orchestra (Toronto) and l’Orchestre de la Francophonie (Montréal) among others. Rachel performed as a full time member of the Newfoundland Symphony Orchestra for three consecutive seasons (2011 to 2014).As an arts administrator, Rachel has worked for some of ...