Mountain Arts Foundation - Music and Dance Performance and Education

Music and Dance Performance and Education

Andrew Ibanez and DeMayo 47 Grotto Way, T1W 1J8 403-678-0277 andrewibanez@hotmail.com www.demayomusic.com	Spanish/Classical style solo guitar for any occasion including weddings, parties and special events. DeMayo...4 piece Latin band in the style of the 'Gypsy Kings'.
Ben Miles Trio/Quartet P.O.Box 8209 T1W 2T9 403-609-3628, 609-3546 bnmiles@telus.net www.banffcanmoreDJ.com	Trumpet & saxophone, piano, drums and or bass. Providing light swing and jazz standards for a variety of social occasions. Private music instruction available.
Big Richard Jazz/Doug Thiessen 122 Elk Street, Harvie Heights, T1W 2W2 403-678-5092 bigrichard@banffjazz.com	Classic jazz and swing, atmosphere music. Duo, trio, quartet or quintet. Special occasions our specialty!
Bow Valley Chorus John Goulart Box 4665, Banff, T1L 1E9 403-762-3188 www.bowvalleychorus.com	Currently under the direction of John Goulart, BVC has been performing in the Bow Valley since 1999. Productions have included Mozart´s Requiem, Handel´s Messiah, Mozart´s Great Mass in C Minor, John Rutter´s Requiem. Fundraising concerts every spring and fall.
Bow Valley Music Teacher’s Associaion 800 Harvie Heights Road 403-678-2783 1-866-834-0837 www.virginiahemingson.com	Piano theory and instruction - all levels, beginner to advanced. Conservatory exam preparation. Referrals for instruction on any instrument.
Brewster, Cori Box 8027, T1W 2T8 403-609-0693 info@coribrewster.com www.coribrewster.com	Eclectic singer-songwriter who knits together strands of folk, roots country and bluegrass. Her lyrics are rich with a strong Canadian flavour, to the landscapes, personalities, and stories she tells. Cori has recently released her fourth CD, “Buffalo Street”.
Cathy Robinson 1069 Evergreen Circle, T1W 2P8 403-678-4840 cathyrobinson@telus.net	Royal Conservatory of Music trained Voice teacher of all levels. Mezzo-soprano performer available for concerts, weddings, funerals. Member of women’s a cappella ensemble In The Pink!, the Calgary Opera chorus.
Cindy Jean Kelly #6, 1730-11th Ave. T1W 1T3 403-678-2434 cindlesinthewind@msn.com	Performance artist (character tap dancer).
communitea cafe #117 1001 6th Ave., T1W 3L8 403-678-6818 www.thecommunitea.com	Featuring live music in the evenings on a weekly basis; see website for the latest listings. Always a selection of local artists’ art on the walls. Venue for arts & cultural meetings, workshops and exhibits. Involved in the artsPeak festival.
Cornerpocket Jazz plus* Jon Frolick 930 Wilson Way, T1W 2Z4 403-678-1087 jfrolick@telusplanet.net www.suzieQ.com	Cornerpocket is a professional instrumental trio featuring cool jazz and popular hits. They are former resident entertainers at the Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel, and currently perform for festivals, club dates, receptions, dining functions, corporate events, and guest artist accompaniment.
Craver, Cheryl 219 Cougar Point Road, T1W 1A1 403-678-5710 ccraver@telus.net	Private Piano Studio, providing piano and theory instruction in Canmore, Banff & Field. Children to Adult, recreational and Royal Conservatory programs.
Cronic/Cascaders Andrew Ibanez 47 Grotto Way, T1W 1J8 403-678-0277 andrewibanez@hotmail.com	5 piece band covering all types of music including Classic Rock, RnB, Reggae, Funk/Dance and Ska. Available for all occasions including weddings, parties and special events.
Debbie Rosen B.Mus, PDAD 403-678-7597 debrosen@me.com	Vocalist, accompanist, band and choral conductor. Director: Valley Winds choir and In The Pink! a cappella ensemble. Available to play and /or sing weddings and funerals.
Drum and Percussion School Peter Hurni 117 Bow Meadows Crescent, T1W 2W8 403-678-3830 info@drumandpercussionschool.com www.drumandpercussionschool.com	Offering Drumset, Djembe and percussion instruction for all ages. Beginner, Intermediate to Advanced theory, techniques, play along, and repertoire tuning, supplies & maintenance, continuing education for adults. Workshops and educational programs to help to enhance spiritual creativity.
Duo / Trio Deluxe or More! Peter Hurni, Florence Shustack 117 Bow Meadows Cres., T1W 2W8 678-3830 florencesinger@shaw.ca www.florencesinger.com	Specializing in jazz standards, swing and boogie, old rock and roll, easy listening, adult contemporary and nostalgic hits, romantic ballads, continental and classic duets, show-tunes and dance favourites. A roster of exceptional musicians are available, including trumpet, sax, flute, guitar, bass, clarinet, trombone, etc. For all occasions.
Elektrik Squirrels Ray Reddekop 403-678-2025	Eclectic Classic Rock. Available for dances, parties, weddings, anywhere Squirrels are welcome!
Gord March 136 Settler Way T1W 1E2 403-678-6189 gmarch@telusplanet.net	Guitarist - folk, blues, Celtic.
Harp Angel/Deborah Nyack, harpist P.O. Box 8031 403-678-6509 harpangel@telus.net www.harpangel.com	Solo harpist for all occasions. CD´s available. Concerts, Weddings, Special Events.
Harvest Moon Acoustics 403-678-0023 Ste 225 1001-6th Ave above Communitea www.harvestmoonacoustics.com harvestmoon07@canoemail.com	Acoustic instruments: banjos, mandolins, guitars. Sales, service, accessories, lessons.
Henderson & Remington Acoustic Duo Bob Remingto Ruth Henderson 4 Ridge Road T1W 1G6 403-678-5667 673-2656 mandoman@telusplanet.net highwoodpass@shaw.ca	Concerts, festivals, private & corporate events. Ruth Henderson (guitar, vocals) & Bob Remington (vocals, guitar, mandolin, fiddle, viola). Bluegrass, western, swing, country, folk, Christmas & children’s music. Can perform as a duo or up to 5 pieces. More than 20 years on the Western Canada music scene.
In The Pink! Tanya Sullivan 403-679-3322 rtsully@telusplanet.net	Seven sizzling singers with repertoire ranging from ballads to be-bop, In the Pink! has been heard on CBCtv, A Channel, CKUA radio, and CBC’s “Morningside” and have three recordings to their credit. Entertainment guaranteed to dazzle and delight! No instruments required!
Jan Tissandier #2, 825 - 7th Street, T1W 2C4 403-678-2233 tissandi@telusplanet.net	Piano teacher, pianist/accompanist, available for weddings, etc. Member of a cappella vocal ensemble "In the Pink!".
JazzImpact 117 Bow Meadows Cres., T2W 2W8 403-678-3830 hurnidrum@telus.net www.drumandpercussionschool.com	The Band JazzImpact Quartet or Quintet represents the styles of Fusion, Groove, Bazilian jazz, Latin, and Afro-Cuban. Featuring Peter Hurni.
Judith Maxwell 8 Woodside Lane, T1W 1T1 403-678-2256 judithmaxwell@telus.net	Movement Workshop Facilitator: “The Wisdom of the Body Moving and in Stillness”. This workshop explores the body as a place of wisdom and spiritual formation. Movement, dance, yoga breath and asana, structured improvisation, voice and text will be integrated as a way to open a space where spirit and body meet.
Julie Kehler #308 155 Crossbow Place 403-688-9090	Arts management and consulting, fundraising, event production, piano pedagogy and a member of In The Pink!
Kathleen Matheson 1022 14 Street T1W 1V5 403-678-4154 k.matheson@shaw.ca	Classically trained Cape Breton-style fiddler available for weddings, small gatherings.
Laura Schlessinger 918 16 St., T1W 1X5 403-678-5172 lscello@telusplanet.net	Concert cellist, available for public and private performances, functions, weddings, receptions, etc. Founder of the chamber ensemble Music Mosaic.
Livin' & Dancin' DJ Services DJ Ben Miles 403-609.3546 djben@telus.net www.banffcanmoreDJ.com	Professional music playback service for special events: weddings, fashion shows to birthday parties All genres of music available: Top 40 to jazzy grooves, dance floor lighting, wired and wireless mics.
Michelle Todd, B. Mus (hons) GSMD. 403-678-0906 michelletoddsoprano@yahoo.ca www.michelletoddsoprano.com	Professional Soprano and actress. Canadian Equity, Actra and British Equity. Private vocal coach and international adjudicator. Member National Ass’n of Singing Teachers.
Mountain Cluaran Highland Dancers Sandra Wheeler 403-678-9800 wheelers@telus.net	Traditional highland dancing instruction for ages 4 to young adults. Competitions, SDTA exams, beginner level to professional. Two formal performances each year, as well as informal performances upon request.
Mountain Melodies Lee Post, Piano Technician, B.Mus 403-678-6080 lapost@telus.net	Registered Piano Technician - Craftsman Level tuning, repair and rebuilding. Private instruction in clarinet, flute, saxophone, piano, recorder & trumpet - children and adults. Woodwind instrument repair also offered.
Music Magic Corina Strim, ARCT, BMT 403-678-9422 musicmagic@telus.net www.musicmagic.ca	Music Magic offers music programs for individuals of any age, from infants to seniors. Music and movement programs are available for children 3 months up to 5 years old. Private lessons for piano and guitar. Music Magic also provides music and music activities for children's birthday parties.
Music Mosaic Laura Schlessinger 918 16 St., T1W 1X5 403-678-5172 lscello@telusplanet.net www.musicmosaic.ca	Versatile chamber music ensemble comprised of violin, cello, and piano, available for public concerts and private functions ( weddings, receptions, Xmas parties). Repertoire ranges from classical and light classical to contemporary (show tunes, ballads, tangos and jazz). Featured at the Kananaskis G8 Summit Prime Minister’s Reception.
Peter Hurni Jazz Ensemble 117 Bow Meadows Cres., T1W 2W8 403-678-3830 403-607-2911 hurnidrum@telus.net www.drumandpercussionschool.com	Music for all occasions in two different combos: 1. Smooth, classic and “cocktail” jazz; standards, popular and easy listening tunes; Latino and Broadway. 2. Sassy, groovy, and contemporary jazz; sultry soul; funky R & B, featuring the vocal stylings of Florence Shustack. JazzImpact plays Fusion, Groove, Bazilian jazz, Latin, and Afro-Cuban.
Pine Tree Players Theatre Group Bob Snape, President P.O. Box 8268, T1W 2V1 c/o 403-678-4418 bobsnape@shaw.ca www.pinetreeplayers.ca	Community amateur theatre. No experience necessary. Produce two main stage presentations per year. Active in theatre production and related activities. Presence in Canmore and the Bow Valley since 1978. Over 120 members. Other activities as available, year round schedule, call for details.
Ray Reddekop 81 Grotto Way T1W 1J8 403-678-2025 reddekop.ray@gmail.com www.radio3.cbc.ca/bands/ray-reddekop	Guitar and bass lessons for all ages. All styles except classical.
Ric Proctor Singer/Songwriter/Dream Builder 162 Coyote Way, T1W 1C2 403-678-6436 www.ricproctor.com	Performing as a solo act Ric writes and presents “Roots & Blues” music. Ric also presents a motivational presentation entitled "Living the Dream By Building the Dream" for children and adults.
Shokra Kristy Davison/Amy Nelson 403-688-5103 visual_eyes6@yahoo.ca	“Shokra” is Kristy Davison and Amy Nelson, playing a unique sound they describe as “rockabilly-soul”, using guitars, banjo, keyboards and anything else they can bang on. Available for gigs/events.
Sully’s Garage 136 Settler Way, T1W 1E2 403-678-6189 gmarch@telusplanet.net	Good-time band with an eclectic assortment of music from Celtic to Prine and traditional Cape Breton fiddle to contemporary Canadian folk. Barn Dances to Kitchen Parties!
Susanne Ruberg-Gordon 148 Eagle Terrace Road, T1W 2Y5 403-678-6504 susruberggordon@yahoo.com	Classical pianist, freelances extensively in Canada and is frequently heard on CBC Radio. She is a Collaborative Artist with Morningside MusicBridge and is the Accompanist Coordinator at the Mount Royal College Conservatory.
Suzie Q Dance Band Jon Frolick / Suzanne Morley 930 Wilson Way T1W 2Z4 403-678-1087 info@suzieQ.com www.suzieQ.com	Canmore based professional dance band, performing classic pop, rock, and new - country hits. Specializes in concerts, corporate functions, gala events, club dates and weddings. Suzie Q travels throughout Alberta, Western Canada and the US entertaining approx. 30,000 corporate visitors each year.
Tanya Sullivan 160 Coyote Way T1W 1C2 403-679-3322 rtsully@telusplanet.net	Piano teacher, pianist/accompanist, available for weddings, etc. Member of a cappella vocal ensemble "In the Pink!" Terpsichore Dance Inc.
Marisa Dario #3 Industrial Place, T1W 1Y1 403-688-9990	Offering Dance Programs in: Classical Ballet, Contemporary, Stylized and Lyrical Jazz, Hip Hop, Tap, Leaps & Turns, Modern, Creative Expressions (3 to 5 years), Deep Stretch for Dancers, Musical Theatre, and Adult Salsa. Competitive dancing and performance opportunities, Royal Academy of Dance formal ballet examinations.
the fates 403-703-7355 www.thefates.ca http://www.thefates.ca/ www.myspace.com/thefatestrio	Trio of singer/songwriters (lin elder, jenny allen, lori reid) covering all genres. Cd's include "til we have faces”, "slam" and CKUA's #2 cd of 2008, "therapy". Professional recording artists, songwriters, musicians, vocalists EPK, photos and reviews available at sonicbids.com
The Free Rangers – Canada’s Rockabilly Cowboys Bob Remington 403-678-5667 mandoman@telusplanet.net www.sonicbids.com/thefreerangers	Canadian “cowbilly” artists Bradley Bischoff, Bob Remington and Dylan Sadlier-Brown play a blend of roots, cowboy, rockabilly, western swing, blues, classic country and bluegrass – we call it “cowbilly”! We are fun, professional and constantly in need of funds to buy cool western shirts – call us!”
TR3 -Ted Woodhouse 104 Carey, T1W 2R4 403-678-9442 403-678-8034 cell jtr3@shaw.ca www.tr3band.com	Professional variety dance band, available for corporate parties, weddings, conventions. TR3Large is an 8-piece rhythm and rock band with horns.
Treehouse Conrad Habing 403-678-2469 conrad@conradhabing.com	Classic and contemporary rock.
Valley Winds Music Association Karen Wolfarth PO Box 8140, T1W 2T9 403-609-9527 info@valleywinds.ca www.valleywinds.ca	The Valley Winds Music Association provides amateur musicians and singers a weekly opportunity to make music in a group setting with professional directors. We have three groups: a choir, a big band style jazz band and a concert band. Come join us for a relaxed but rewarding musical experience - we are always looking for new members.