Mr. Cheng is the Woodwind Instructor at the National Hsinchu University of Education. His skill and dedication to both performing and teaching, are evident in the quality of his students.  Mr Cheng studied for several years in Germany, as well as free lancing with serveral ochestras, travelling all over eastern and western Europe.  His position also includes conducting the Univesity Wind Ensemble, which he does with much grace and style.  A truly consumate musician, I am pleased to be his co-worker, and honored to have a reference from such an outstanding individual.

Mrs. Boegner has been a teacher at Hsinchu International School for four years, where she is a Homeroom teacher, as well as teaching English and Art to both grade five and six.

I feel fortunate to work with Mrs. Boegner, and such is our mutal repsect, that I would not hesitate in suggesting that you may contact her at any time to speak on my behalf.

Ms. Nielsen has been producing, promoting and teaching arts in Northern Ontario for over a decade.  She is the Regional Manager for LTTA, and in conjunction with Eleanor Albanese (formerly of LTTA) created an Artist in the Classroom satelite program for the Royal Conservatory of Music six years ago.  This program combines teaching the arts with core subject material. It approaches the teaching and learning of these subjects in non-traditional ways in order to reinforce them, all the while offering students skills and opportunities to express themselves using the information. In her position, Ms. Nielsen manages a group of over sixty teachers, schools, administrators, and is known to be extremely effecive in this role.  She is also a prolific painter, and glass bead maker whose work is sought after in the region.

Mr. Inksetter previously held the position of General Manager with the Thunder Bay Symhony Orchestra while I was the Assistant Conductor.  During this year, I was able to conduct the TBSO in many wonderful concerts including the Childrens Concert series, on tour in the Education Programs, in the Christmas Concert, as well as in a Cabaret Series concert of Russian music.  Part way through the year, Mr. Inksetter approached me regarding taking the position of Interim Chorus Master.  Thrilled with this opportuntiy, I accepted and had the wonderful experience of working with this established choir.  Mr. Insetter is presently retired, but can now be reached at his home in Thunder Bay, where he continues to volunteer with the TBSO.

Mr. Heath was one of the lead tenors with the Thunder Bay Symphony Chorus while I was Interim Chorus Master.  I very much appreciated his musicianship, humour, and dedication to excellence during the rehearsals.  He has been a member of the Chorus for several years, and has a great deal of choral experience from working with the many conductors who have passed through Thunder Bay.  Mr. Heath always has a sparkle in his eye, a smile on his face, and a word of quick wit to light up the room during the more difficult moments of rehearsal.  I am proud to have his letter of reference in my possession, as it speaks not only to my ability as a conductor and musician, but also to the quality of relationship I had with both him and the Thunder Bay Symphony Chorus.

Mr. Bu-Kwang has just recently left the position of Head of the Music Department, after serving his four year term.  During this time, the Music Department rasied the funds and completed a major expansion of it's facilities, including three new large ensemble studios, as well as over 30 new teaching studios.  Mr. Bu-Kwang was instrumental in assisting to obtain of the grant with which they could fund my position.

Mr. Sehn is a former teacher with the Medicine Hat public school system, and former lead tenor with the Amici Choir in Medicine Hat, Alberta.  He was one of the founding members of the Choir, and it's most dedicated.  Louis is an exceptional person, whose every action comes from a deep place of understanding about who he is and what he is trying to offer to the world.  He was a pleasure to work with as his humorous, bouyant personality and radiant smile gave me great joy as a choral conductor.  As an experienced musician and educator, he felt he could speak to my skill both as a teacher and conductor.  Feel free to contact Mr. Sehn at any time regarding this reference, as I am sure he will be glad to speak on my behalf.   For more information regarding my experience, please click on on the of the links below. Biographical Information  Philosophy of Conducting Previous Productions  Published Articles  References  Diplomas