✨ Burnaby's First Community Orchestra is Officially Established! — Burnaby Harmonious Sinfonia ✨
Calling all music lovers! A once-in-a-lifetime opportunity has arrived! Whether you're a beginner or an experienced musician, we warmly invite you to join the Burnaby Harmonious Sinfonia and create beautiful music together with us.
Orchestra Conductor:
Dr. Gilbert Sak
Dr. Gilbert Sak has over 20 years of conducting experience. He has worked with orchestras of all capacities, ranging from primary school orchestras to university orchestras, from community orchestras to professional orchestras. He founded the Hong Kong Civic Youth Orchestra in 2005 and served as the Music Director for 10 years. He was the Principal Conductor of Hong Kong Metropolitan Pop Orchestra from 2016 to 2019. While serving as an adjunct lecturer at the Hong Kong Baptist University, he conducted the University's String Ensemble, Repertory Orchestra and the Women’s Choir. He is currently one of the conductors of the Vancouver Pops Orchestra, and the music director of the newly established Burnaby Harmonious Sinfonia.
Dr. Sak is also a sought-after string pedagogue. He is the first Hong Kong native to receive a doctorate in violin performance. He has studied in Germany, England and in the USA under the tutelage of world-famous violinists and pedagogues including Michael Goldstein, Albert Markov, Yfrah Neaman, Petru Munteanu and Dr. John Bauer. As a violinist/violist, he has held principal positions in orchestras and has toured to China, Japan, Korea, Singapore, Malaysia, Italy, Germany, Switzerland, Sweden and Finland. He joined the City Chamber Orchestra of Hong Kong in 2001 as Principal 2nd Violin and subsequently became a Co-leader. Currently, besides teaching in his private studio, he is on the faculty of the Richmond Music School where he teaches violin, viola and chamber music.
Orchestra Levels:
🎻 Junior Ensemble
For students at RCM Level 2-4, ABRSM Level 1-3, or equivalent. This group is perfect for beginners to experience the joy of ensemble playing, develop their sense of pitch and rhythm, and build confidence and teamwork.
🎶 Intermediate Ensemble
For students at RCM Level 5-7, ARBSM Level 3-5, or equivalent. Members will receive advanced training and explore a variety of orchestral repertoire from different periods and styles.
✨Senior Ensemble
For students at RCM Level 8 or above, ABRSM Level 6 or above, or equivalent. Members will receive professional-level orchestral training and take on more challenging and sophisticated works.
Who Can Join?
There are no age limits! We welcome anyone with a passion for music and basic instrumental skills, regardless of age or background.
Registration & Inquiries:
Spaces are limited—sign up today!
📧 Email: musesapa@gmail.com
📞 Phone: 778-512-4382
Rehearsal Location:
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4429 Kingsway, Burnaby BC V5H2A1
