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# Bandology

Bandology is a Canadian non-profit dedicated to more music for more kids via education, collaboration and community. Founded by parents who witnessed the long-term benefits of music education. Striving to provide, support and advocate for music programs.

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- [Homepage](https://bandology.ca/) - A Canadian non-profit dedicated to more music for kids via education, collaboration and community. Founded by parents who saw the benefits of music education.
- [new homepage](https://bandology.ca/new-homepage/) - SlideSlideSlideSlideSlideSlideSlideSlideSlideSlideSlideSlideSlideSlideSlideSlideSlideSlideSlide Band Camp Band Camp Junior Instrument Lending Library Music Mentor Program Music Workshops0BAND CAMPERS0WORKSHOP PARTICIPANTS0INSTRUMENT LOANS MUSIC EDUCATION Bandology is committed to making music more accessible for children. Find resources for your music education. For EducatorsFor Youth and FamiliesWhats Your Forte MUSIC ADVOCACY Music education has an important impact on academies, transferable skills, mental
- [The Benefits of Arts and Athletics](https://bandology.ca/the-benefits-of-arts-and-athletics/) - Benefits of Arts & Athletics Initiative In summer 2026, Bandology and KidSport Ontario set out to answer a simple question: what do the arts and play actually do for a young person? We reviewed research from Canada, the United States, and around the world, covering mental health, school, friendships, healthy habits, and long-term success. What
- [Music Mentor Program](https://bandology.ca/music-mentor-program/) - The Music Mentor Program is an integral part of Bandology's Band Camp experience! High School students act as leaders and guides, mentoring youth while gaining leadership experience and volunteer hours.
- [Corporate Team Building](https://bandology.ca/music-workshops/corporate-team-building/) - Our Corporate Team Building Workshops Bandology offers interactive workshops that bring your team closer together with one of the oldest languages in the world: music! Engage in a fulfilling team building experience through the joy of ensemble music making. Run by our qualified professional music educators, our workshops could very well be the right fit
- [Percussion Parties](https://bandology.ca/music-workshops/percussion-parties/) - About Our Percussion Parties Looking for something fun for your next birthday party, get-together or corporate retreat? Consider adding some music to the fun with a Percussion Party! Music is the perfect thing to bring people together while entertaining and educating! Percussion Parties are great for: birthday parties for kids of all ages family gatherings
- [Music Workshops](https://bandology.ca/music-workshops/) - About Our Music Workshops Are you looking for something fresh and new in your music class? Or want to find a fun workshop for your community or corporate event? Bandology is delighted to offer a new series of music workshops that includes everything from bucket drumming to composing to audition preparation. Our workshops are suitable
- [Camp FAQ](https://bandology.ca/camp-faq/) - Frequently Asked Questions Below, please find the answers to our most frequently asked questions about our camp programs. Have a question that isn’t on this page? Feel free to read more about us on our Band Camps page or contact us at camp@bandology.ca. General Information How do I register for Band Camp or Band Camp
- [Camp Info 2026](https://bandology.ca/camp-faq/camp-info-2026/) - Welcome to Band Camp 2026! Bandology is delighted to be back at King’s Christian Collegiate for Band Camp! The first day at Band Camp: Camp takes place at King’s Christian Collegiate 528 Burnhamthorpe Road W, just south of the 407 and west of Neyagawa Boulevard. Once you enter the parking lot, we will be the
- [homepage 2](https://bandology.ca/homepage-2/) - MORE MUSIC FOR MORE KIDS A Canadian non-profit dedicated to more music for more kids via education, collaboration and community. Bandology is a Canadian non-profit dedicated to more music for more kids via education, collaboration and community. Bandology strives to provide, support and advocate for music programs that makes a difference in the lives of
- [Arts and Athletics](https://bandology.ca/arts-and-athletics/) - The Intersection of Arts and Athletics Arts and athletics are often competing interests, yet they have much in common. Playing music or sports both require daily practice, discipline, and quick thinking. Bandology strives to bring more music for more kids, but musicians aren’t the only ones that benefit from this. Learn more about the professional
- [Band Camp Faculty 2026](https://bandology.ca/band-camp-faculty/band-camp-faculty-2026/) - We strive to present a comprehensive music program, one that we would want our children to participate in. It is important to us to have a top-notch faculty in place, with award-winning music educators and professional working musicians and clinicians. 2026 Music Directors Dr. Leah McGray Kitchener-Waterloo Esteban Cambre Halton (July) Emily Peterman Guelph Andrew
- [Women Conductors](https://bandology.ca/musician-spotlights/women-conductors/) - Spotlighting Women Conductors For generations, women have made extraordinary contributions to the world of conducting. Yet despite their talent and accomplishments, women conductors have often faced barriers to recognition and opportunity in a profession historically dominated by men. Bandology is proud to spotlight the achievements of women conductors who have broken new ground, challenged expectations,
- [Composer Spotlights](https://bandology.ca/composer-spotlights/) - Spotlighting Underrepresented Composers Bandology’s Composer Spotlights celebrate the diverse contributions of underrepresented composers across Canada and the world. We believe that by embracing a culture of equity, diversity, inclusivity and accessibility, we can enrich our musical experience and differentiate ourselves, fostering a more inclusive environment for all. In these composer spotlights, we highlight more than 50
- [homepage 2](https://bandology.ca/11051-2/) - MORE MUSIC FOR MORE KIDS A Canadian non-profit dedicated to more music for more kids via education, collaboration and community. Bandology is a Canadian non-profit dedicated to more music for more kids via education, collaboration and community. We have a variety of music programs in the community, work with educators to support music education and
- [Band Camp Repertoire](https://bandology.ca/band-camp-repertoire/) - Bandology is making the choice to feature underrepresented composers in our repertoire for our Band Camp program, and we encourage music teachers and band conductors to do the same. Our goal is to choose camp music selections that reflect the young musicians in the band and embraces our organization’s culture of equity, diversity, inclusivity and
- [Composer Spotlights.](https://bandology.ca/composer-spotlightsx/) - Spotlighting Underrepresented Composers Bandology’s Composer Spotlights celebrate the diverse contributions of underrepresented composers across Canada and the world. We believe that by embracing a culture of equity, diversity, inclusivity and accessibility, we can enrich our musical experience and differentiate ourselves, fostering a more inclusive environment for all. In these composer spotlights, we highlight more than 50
- [Black Musicians](https://bandology.ca/musician-spotlights/black-musicians/) - Spotlighting Black Musicians This spotlight series highlights influential Black musicians whose artistry, innovation and leadership have shaped Canada’s musical landscape. Black History Month Black Canadians have been an integral part of Canada’s history and culture for centuries, making lasting contributions to music. Black History Month each February provides an important opportunity to celebrate these achievements,
- [Indigenous Musicians](https://bandology.ca/musician-spotlights/indigenous-musician-spotlight/) - Spotlighting Indigenous Musicians This spotlight series highlights influential Indigenous composers, singers and performers whose artistry and advocacy continue to shape Canada’s cultural landscape. Truth and Reconciliation Truth and reconciliation is an ongoing process of acknowledging the lasting impacts of colonization, including the residential school system, and working toward meaningful relationships between Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples.
- [2SLGBTQIA+ Musicians](https://bandology.ca/musician-spotlights/2slgbtqia-musicians/) - Bandology strives to be a group which advocates for the entire community, and want to highlight some 2SLGBTQIA+ musicians who are a part of the community.
- [Musician Spotlights](https://bandology.ca/musician-spotlights/) - Spotlighting Underrepresented Musicians Bandology’s Musician Spotlights celebrate the diverse contributions of artists from underrepresented communities across Canada. These pages highlight the individuals, cultures and histories that have helped shape Canada’s rich musical landscape while fostering greater awareness of the experiences and achievements of these communities. Each spotlight explores the history, influence and lasting impact of
- [Logan Frohlich](https://bandology.ca/band-camp-faculty/logan-frohlich/) - About Logan Frohlich Logan Frohlich is based out of Kitchener, Ontario and currently studying violin and history at Wilfrid Laurier University. He is pursuing a career as a high school music and history teacher. Logan is a member of Laurier’s Symphony Orchestra, and is the co-director and assistant conductor of the Junior Strings ensemble at
- [Research Infographics](https://bandology.ca/infographics/) - View All Our Infographics We’ve also collected all eight of these infographics into one! Click the following links to download a PDF of our infographic poster: English version French version Music and Academic Achievement Average final exam grades across Grade 11/12 English, Grade 10 Math and Science were 4% higher for music students
- [Research Resources](https://bandology.ca/research-resources/) - Want to learn more about the benefits of music education? Take a look at these articles! Music and the Community Assessing the positive influence of music activities in community development programs – Queensland University of Technology “A smile on everybody’s face”: A multiple case study of community ukulele groups – University of Illinois The power
- [Band Camp Faculty](https://bandology.ca/band-camp-faculty/) - Our Camp Faculty From the beginning, we aspired to create a comprehensive music program, one that we would want our own children to participate in (and they have!). That meant going beyond the typical camp activities to have a top-notch faculty in place, with both award-winning music educators and professional working musicians and clinicians. Meet
- [Paula Kokot](https://bandology.ca/band-camp-faculty/paula-kokot/) - About Paula Kokot Paula Kokot is a saxophone teacher based in Stratford, Ontario. Her goal is to cultivate her student’s musicianship and help them gain confidence in their performance regardless of whether they are planning on pursuing a career in music. She holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Music from Wilfrid Laurier University where she studied
- [Search](https://bandology.ca/search/) - Can’t find what you’re looking for? Try searching here! Search for:
- [Contact Us](https://bandology.ca/contact-us/) - Have a Question? Want to Collaborate? Contact us using the form below! We are always delighted to talk about the long-term value of music education. In fact, once we get started, it’s hard to get us to stop! You can also email us at info@bandology.ca or call us at (905) 469-6278. For camp-related questions, please
- [Music Programs](https://bandology.ca/music-programs/) - Our Music Programs At Bandology, our goal is to enrich the music experience of kids and teens, and help build transferable skills via band camps, performance opportunities, workshops and community band partnerships. We provide young musicians with more opportunities to play and be inspired. Click below to learn more about each program. Instrument Library Band
- [Our Band Camps](https://bandology.ca/our-band-camps/) - Bandology’s annual Band Camp is a week-long day camp for keen music students in grades 1-12 who want to improve their musical skills in the summer.
- [Instrument Library](https://bandology.ca/instrument-library/) - About the Instrument Library Bandology’s Instrument Library is a collection of instruments available to borrow for a semester, over the summer or during Band Camp! These instruments can be borrowed by students for a small $10 admin fee. At Bandology, we are committed to the lifelong value of music through collaboration, community and education. When
- [Map to Band Camp](https://bandology.ca/our-band-camps/map-band-camp/) - Band Camp Kitchener-Waterloo will be held at Rockway Mennonite Collegiate during the week of July 6-10, 2026. The address is 110 Doon Road, Kitchener, located near the Courtland Avenue exit off Highway 8. Band Camp Halton is in the beautiful music room at King’s Christian Collegiate in north Oakville. Camp runs from July 20-24, 2026
- [Programming Staff](https://bandology.ca/about-us/programming-staff/) - Ryan MacKinnon Ryan MacKinnon (he/him) started playing guitar at eight years old and switched over to drum kit when he was 10. Upon entering high school he found a new love in playing classical percussion instruments. Ryan has a Bachelor of Music in Self-Directed Performance at Wilfrid Laurier University and has played with a variety
- [Phone Zap for Education](https://bandology.ca/music-advocacy/phone-zap-for-education/) - SUCCESSFUL EVENT ON JULY 26 – PHONE ZAP TO THE PROVINCIAL GOVERNMENT ABOUT THE VALUE OF MUSIC EDUCATION The goal of the phone zap was to urge the provincial government to consider the OMEA’s Safe Singing and Playing in Ontario Programs, Fall 2021, reopening guidelines.This event gave participants the chance to improve school music education
- [Our Supporters](https://bandology.ca/about-us/our-funders/) - As a small non-profit, we rely on donations, community support, grants and government funding to help us on our mission to provide, support and advocate for more music for more kids. Grants Bandology is a proud recipient of Town of Oakville Grants administered by the Oakville Arts Council in 2026, 2025, 2024, 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020 and 2019.
- [Play A Gig Online](https://bandology.ca/play-a-gig/play-a-gig-online/) - While musicians can’t perform live or in groups right now, Bandology has been working on several Play A Gig Online options for musicians to perform from their home thanks to the power of the internet. Online Performance Options Virtual Performance Series The easiest way to start sharing your music online is our Virtual Performance series.
- [My Experience at Bandology](https://bandology.ca/articles/my-experience-at-bandology/) - My Experience at Bandology By Daisy Wang, Bandology co-op student Before my placement at Bandology, my understanding of music education was shaped almost entirely by my own experience as a student. Learning experiences like private lessons, ensemble playing and performance opportunities have always been easily accessible and music education felt like a given rather than
- [March Break Music Camp Photos 2023](https://bandology.ca/photos/march-break-music-camp-photos-2023/) - We hope you enjoy all these wonderful photos from March Break Music Camp! Don’t forget to fill out our camper, parent and mentor surveys. Your feedback makes our programming better!
- [March Break Music Camp 2025 - Photo Gallery](https://bandology.ca/photos/mbmc2025_photo/) - Thank you to all of the parents, mentors and campers who joined us this year at March Break Music Camp!
- [March Break Camp Info 2026](https://bandology.ca/photos/march-break-info-2026/) - Welcome to March Break Music Camp 2026! We’re excited to have you at March Break Music Camp! It’s going to be a great week, and we can’t wait to see you at the Laurier Academy of Music and Arts this week. The first day at March Break Music Camp: Camp takes place at the Laurier
- [Join Our Board of Directors](https://bandology.ca/about-us/join-our-board-of-directors/) - Bandology is a proud Canadian non-profit dedicated to supporting more music for more kids via education, collaboration and community. We are currently seeking applications for new Board members to work collaboratively with Bandology’s Board of Directors to further their mission of more music for more kids in our community. Please be advised that if applying
- [Harmonizing Ontario's Future: The Urgent Call for Music Education Reform](https://bandology.ca/music-advocacy/harmonizing-ontarios-future-the-urgent-call-for-music-education-reform/) - Harmonizing Ontario’s Future: The Urgent Call for Music Education Reform by Tamara Djuknic, Bandology staff It’s time to shed light on a concerning issue that affects the cultural and intellectual growth of our society: the lack of support for music education in Ontario. Music education is not merely a luxury or an extracurricular activity; it
- [Band Camp Photos 2023](https://bandology.ca/photos/band-camp-photos-2023/) - Band Camp Halton Band Camp Guelph Band Camp Kitchener-Waterloo
- [Band Camp Kitchener-Waterloo 2025 Photos](https://bandology.ca/photos/band-camp-kitchener-waterloo-2025-photo-gallery/) - Thank you to all the campers, music mentors, guest clinicians and supportive parents for making this year’s Band Camp a great success! Don’t forget to fill out our survey to tell us how we did. We hope to see you again next summer for more music, learning and fun! Gallery - Band Camp Kitchener-Waterloo 2025Thanks
- [Band Camp Kitchener-Waterloo 2024 Photos](https://bandology.ca/photos/band-camp-kitchener-waterloo-2024-photos/) - We hope you had an amazing time at Band Camp Kitchener-Waterloo! Don’t forget to fill out our camper, parent and mentor surveys to help us make next summer even better! Check out our Facebook and Instagram pages for more photos.
- [Band Camp Halton 2025 Photos](https://bandology.ca/photos/band-camp-halton-2025-photo-gallery/) - Thank you to all the campers, music mentors, guest clinicians and supportive parents for making this year’s Band Camp a great success! Don’t forget to fill out our survey to tell us how we did. We hope to see you again next summer for more music, learning and fun! Band Camp Halton 2025 - Photo
- [Band Camp Halton 2024 Photos](https://bandology.ca/photos/band-camp-halton-2024-photos/) - We hope you had an amazing time at Band Camp Halton! Don't forget to fill out our camper, parent and mentor surveys to help us make next summer even better! Check out our Facebook and Instagram pages for more photos.
- [Band Camp Guelph 2025 Photos](https://bandology.ca/photos/band-camp-guelph-2025-photo-gallery/) - Thank you to all the campers, music mentors, guest clinicians and supportive parents for making this year’s Band Camp a great success! Don’t forget to fill out our survey to tell us how we did. We hope to see you again next summer for more music, learning and fun! Gallery - Band Camp Guelph 2025
- [Band Camp 2022 Photos](https://bandology.ca/photos/band-camp-2022-photos/) - For more photos of Band Camp fun, check out our photo albums on Facebook! Click here for Band Camp Halton photos Click here for Band Camp Grand River photos Lost and Found!!! Please contact us if you recognize any of these items!
- [Band Camp 2021 Photos](https://bandology.ca/photos/band-camp-2021-photos/)
- [Photos](https://bandology.ca/photos/) - All Camp Photos Find photos from Camp here.
- [Play A Gig](https://bandology.ca/play-a-gig/) - Bandology's Play A Gig program offer's student musicians performance opportunities in local communities and online.
- [Band Camp (old)](https://bandology.ca/band-camps/band-camp-old/) - Bandology’s annual Band Camp is a week-long day camp for keen music students in grades 7-12 who want to improve their musical skills in the summer.
- [Jobs at Bandology](https://bandology.ca/jobs-at-bandology/) - Bandology is a proud Canadian non-profit dedicated to supporting more music for more kids via education, collaboration and community. Jobs with Bandology allow young people in Halton and the Waterloo regions the opportunity to develop a wide variety of skills in a safe and welcoming space including marketing, communications, programming, operations, research and more, as
- [soFX Radio Interview](https://bandology.ca/media-coverage/sofx-radio-interview/) - Bandology co-founder Lisa Michaels speaks to soFX founder Robert J. Mayor Jr. about Bandology and the value of music education.
- [Social Media Zap for Music Ed](https://bandology.ca/music-advocacy/phone-zap-for-education/social-media-zap-for-music-ed/) - Do you want the best for your child’s future? Join us to tell the powers that be music education is important! Bandology is partnering with the Ontario Music Educators Association (OMEA) this summer and we need your help! Music education is a topic both parents and teachers are very passionate about, however many people are not
- [Social Media Improves Advocacy](https://bandology.ca/music-advocacy/social-media-improves-advocacy/) - Social Media Improves Advocacy by Juliette Rivers, Bandology staff Nonprofits have beliefs that they aim to bring attention to and strive to offer solutions to these causes. Bandology believes in music education and works their hardest to bring more music to more kids. Social media is a great tool for raising the awareness of a
- [Ryan MacKinnon](https://bandology.ca/band-camp-faculty/ryan-mackinnon/) - Ryan Mackinnon is a skilled percussionist who has been playing for over 8 years, where he has experienced a wide variety of opportunities. He has played in a nationally ranked gold medal award-winning band for all 4 years in high school, where he received the opportunity to perform all over North America. Ryan is now
- [Resources from other organizations](https://bandology.ca/resources/resources-from-other-organizations/) - Ontario Music Educators Association Midwest Band Clinic (Chicago) National Association for Music Education (U.S.) People for Education (Canada)
- [Programs (old)](https://bandology.ca/programs/) - At Bandology, our goal is to enrich the music experience of kids and teens, and help build transferable skills via band camps, performance opportunities, workshops and community band partnerships. We provide young musicians with more opportunities to play and be inspired: Band Camps – Band Camp for teens and Band Camp Junior for kids March Break
- [Performer Instructions for Play A Gig Livestreams](https://bandology.ca/play-a-gig/performer-instructions-for-play-a-gig-livestreams/) - Pre-livestream Day After a Bandology staff member has contacted you about performing, confirm with them a time and date for your livestream performanceSend us a short bio and photo for posting on Bandology’s social media Livestream Day Use Instagram on a phone for the livestreamMake sure to carefully prop your phone on something stable so
- [Paradise Road](https://bandology.ca/play-a-gig/paradise-road/) - Paradise Road is a new, young pop punk-rock band from Oakville, Ontario that plays a variety of high energy covers as well as original music. The band is composed of Francesca Aguiling (vocals and rhythm guitar), Ethan Collings (bass), Tim Maguire (lead guitar, keys and vocals), and Lucas Redwood (vocals and drums). They have recently
- [Testimonials](https://bandology.ca/our-band-camps/testimonials/) - While we think Band Camp is pretty awesome, don’t take our word for it. Here’s what campers and parents have to say. “What I love about Band Camp is that it is a great way to meet new friends and learn a lot of new things. The teachers here are really great too and really
- [Our Band Camps (old)](https://bandology.ca/band-camps/) - Bandology's Band Camps are week-long day camps where youth get to make music, memories and even friends that will last a lifetime!
- [OMEA](https://bandology.ca/resources/omea/) - The Ontario Music Educators Association is a great resource for teachers and parents alike - click here for their website. Thanks for being a part of our presentation at the OMEA in November 2018. Here are the materials for your reference: Bandology presentation at OMEA Nov 3 2018 Bandology worksheet at OMEA Bandology handout at
- [OBI](https://bandology.ca/play-a-gig/obi/) - OBI is pop band from Burlington Ontario made up of members Sarah Campbell Mills (guitar and vocals) and Daniel Bouwman (drums). They perform both original music and covers. They have performed at It's Your Festival in Hamilton, the Sound of Music Festival in Burlington, Burlington's Songs and Sunsets Music Series, and the NUVO Jam. Instagram:
- [Northcode](https://bandology.ca/play-a-gig/northcode/) - Northcode is a young pop-rock band from Burlington, Ontario, that plays original music and covers. The band is composed of four talented students between the ages of 16 to 20 that play a mix of pop and rock, creating an energetic, dynamic style that dances around heartfelt lyrics. The members of the band all come
- [My Musical Journey](https://bandology.ca/articles/my-musical-journey/) - By Lucas Redwood, Bandology staff Music is a huge part of my life and it helps define who I am as a person. Without music, I wouldn’t have been able to accomplish many things that I am very proud of. I have been listening to music ever since I was a baby. My dad would
- [My Experience in Musical Theatre](https://bandology.ca/articles/my-experience-in-musical-theatre/) - By Hayley Festeryga, Bandology co-op student Every musician experiences an extremely important moment: the moment when they fall in love with music for the first time. This moment can carry us through the hardships we face in our lives and on a career path that is often deemed difficult and unreliable. We can think back
- [My Experience as a First Year Student Studying Music in Post-Secondary](https://bandology.ca/articles/my-experience-as-a-first-year-student-studying-music-in-post-secondary/) - By Lucas Redwood, Bandology staff Choosing a post-secondary program can definitely be a challenging decision, however, doing the research and asking questions can help as there are plenty of resources out there to help you. For me, I decided to evaluate my strengths. I knew I was strong in both music and business, however I
- [Music Mentors](https://bandology.ca/music-mentor-program/music-mentors/) - Hey there! We're glad you are interested in joining us as a music mentor at Band Camp. If you are in grade 11 or 12 and have some camp and kid experience, we want to hear from you! We're looking forward to you sharing your excitement and expertise with our band campers.
- [Lesson Plans](https://bandology.ca/music-education/lesson-plans/) - Bandology is excited to present our collection of plug-and-play lesson plans! These resources are free to keep and use in your music classrooms, and include lessons written by working music teachers and our own Bandology staff. Our lesson plans cover the Junior, Intermediate and Senior divisions. We also have materials for homeschooling parents, teachers interested in
- [Jobs at Bandology 2024](https://bandology.ca/jobs-at-bandology/jobs-at-bandology-2024/) - Bandology is a proud Canadian non-profit dedicated to supporting more music for more kids via education, collaboration and community. With funding support from the 2024 Canada Summer Jobs program, we are currently hiring for several positions – click each title to read the job description: Advocacy and Policy Coordinator Community Outreach Coordinator Fundraising Coordinator Marketing
- [Jobs at Bandology 2023](https://bandology.ca/jobs-at-bandology/jobs-at-bandology-2023/) - Bandology is a proud Canadian non-profit dedicated to supporting more music for more kids via education, collaboration and community. With funding support from the 2023 Canada Summer Jobs program, we are currently hiring for several positions – click each title to read the job description: Advocacy Coordinator Business Coordinator Camp Coordinator – two positions (based
- [Jobs at Bandology 2022](https://bandology.ca/jobs-at-bandology/jobs-at-bandology-2022/) - Bandology is a proud Canadian non-profit dedicated to supporting more music for more kids via education, collaboration and community. With funding support from the 2022 Canada Summer Jobs program, we are currently hiring for several positions – click each title to read the job description: Advocacy Coordinator Business Coordinator Camp Coordinator Education Coordinator Event Coordinator
- [Revitalize Your Music Program](https://bandology.ca/music-education/revitalize-your-music-program/) - Music teachers are amazing! In the best of times, you do an incredible job, but the past two years have been difficult to say the least. From pausing playing instruments to less music classes overall, there’s a lot to manage. Plus, it’s difficult to plan out how to restart these crucial programs in your school.
- [Hiring Workshop Instructors](https://bandology.ca/jobs-at-bandology/workshop-instructors/) - Bandology is a proud Canadian non-profit dedicated to supporting more music for more kids via education, collaboration and community. We are looking to hire multiple people on a freelance basis for the role of Workshop Instructor to run music workshops on behalf of Bandology for up to 20 participants. About the Job: Deliver workshop and
- [Board of Directors](https://bandology.ca/about-us/board-of-directors/) - Bandology was established as a social enterprise in January 2017 and transitioned to a federally registered non-profit in August 2018. Tracey Durand (she/her) is a business lawyer who has worked with clients across various industries for over 20 years. She holds a Bachelor of Arts from Western University and a Bachelor of Laws from Osgoode
- [Camp Info 2021](https://bandology.ca/camp-faq/camp-info-2021/) - Welcome to Bandology Band Camp 2021! We are delighted to be conducting in-person camp this summer. It’s been such a tough year and everyone is in need of a little social interaction and musical fun! While we aren’t doing any blowing wind instruments or singing, we have created a bunch of fun music workshops, activities
- [Band Together!](https://bandology.ca/band-camps/band-camp-old/band-together/) - Band Together - Monthly Music Hang Band Together is Bandology's monthly music hang for youth! Inspired by the community building that happens during our band camps and in school music rooms, Bandology has created a monthly hang for youth. Band Together is an online substitute for hanging around the music room at lunch, talking with
- [Band Camp V](https://bandology.ca/band-camps/band-camp-old/band-camp-v/) - Bandology’s fifth annual Band Camp is a week-long day camp for keen music students in grades 7-12 who want to improve their musical skills in the summer. Band Camp V runs July 12-16, 2021. No experience required, no instruments required, just a willingness to try something new and have fun! Band Camp is $395 for the week. Before
- [Band Camp Reunion 2021](https://bandology.ca/band-camps/band-camp-old/bcreunion/) - All Band Camp alumni are invited to attend a special Band Camp Reunion 2021! This special event takes place on Friday, April 16 at 2 p.m. This is a great opportunity to reconnect with familiar faces, meet new friends and talk about music and band with people just like you! We want to see all
- [Band Camp Reunion](https://bandology.ca/band-camps/band-camp-old/bc-reunion/) - All Band Camp alumni are invited to attend a special Band Camp Reunion Online Hang! This special event takes place on Friday, June 19 at 1 pm and it is an opportunity to reconnect with familiar faces and meet new friends through various games and activities! In addition to games and activities, a few special
- [Registration - Band Camp Junior](https://bandology.ca/band-camps/band-camp-old/registration-band-camp-junior/)
- [Policies - Band Camp Junior](https://bandology.ca/band-camps/band-camp-old/policies-band-camp-junior/)
- [A Typical Day at Band Camp Junior](https://bandology.ca/band-camp/a-typical-day-at-band-camp-junior/) - 9:00 am – Welcome to camp, group games 9:30 am – Activity Period (Bucket drumming, boomwhackers, drama, vocals, etc.) 10:30 am – Snack, outside games 11:00 am – Activity Period 12:00 pm – Supervised lunch break 12:30 pm – Supervised outdoor break 1:00 pm – Activity Period 2:00 pm – Snack Break 2:30 pm –
- [Band Camp Junior (old)](https://bandology.ca/band-camps/band-camp-old/band-camp-junior-old/) - Band Camp Junior is a week-long day camp for kids in grades 1-6 who want to explore their love of music through games and demonstrations with new friends. At Band Camp Junior, kids have fun with hands-on introductory workshops with some cool instruments and experience a wide variety of music styles. Led by keen musicians and educators,
- [Special payment page](https://bandology.ca/band-camps/band-camp-old/special-payment-page/) - Cost for Bandology Summer Band Camp: We are pleased to offer select students a discount for band camp of $150 for the week (instead of $395) $150 for the week of July 8-12, 2019, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Fees include a $50 non-refundable registration deposit Before and after care is available for an additional
- [Camp Payments](https://bandology.ca/band-camps/band-camp-old/pay-via-paypal/) - For all camps: Fees include a $50 non-refundable registration deposit Before and after care is available for an additional charge Students bring their own peanut-free lunch and snacks Registration for Band Camp 2022 in Oakville – $395 Registration for Band Camp 2022 in Grand River – $350 Registration for Band Camp 2022 in Grand River – $262 (Sibling/Refer-A-Friend
- [A Typical Day at Band Camp](https://bandology.ca/band-camp/typical-day-band-camp/) - 9:00 am – Welcome to band camp! Assemble in the rehearsal hall and start with a vocal warm-up, singing, breathing and stretching 9:30 am – Activities (vocal, drama, drumline, improvisation, etc.). Wednesday is a sectional day led by professional clinicians! 12:00 pm – Lunch break and camp games in the sunshine! 1:00 pm – 
- [Our Team](https://bandology.ca/about-us/our-team/) - Our Co-Founder Lisa Michaels (she/her) is passionate about the value of music and its benefits, having seen its impact on her own children and has never forgotten the fascination and fun of playing in the high school band. As a music education advocate, Lisa has spoken at multiple conferences in Canada and the U.S. Prior
- [My Teen Tour Experience](https://bandology.ca/articles/my-teen-tour-experience/) - By Lucas Redwood, Bandology staff The Burlington Teen Tour Band is a famous local marching band open to people ages 13-21. The band participates in many performances each year and travels internationally. I joined Teen Tour in 2013 and became a member of the drumline. On my first day of practice, I was welcomed by
- [A Student Perspective on Music Festivals](https://bandology.ca/articles/a-student-perspective-on-music-festivals/) - By Lucas Redwood, Bandology staff For the past five years, I have been given the opportunity to be a part of MusicFest Canada as both a performer and as a volunteer. MusicFest, Canada's national music competition, brings together thousands of students and educators from across the country to celebrate excellence in musical performance. I have
- [A Journalist’s Observations Through a Summer of Band Camp](https://bandology.ca/articles/a-journalists-observations-through-a-summer-of-band-camp/) - A Journalist’s Observations Through a Summer of Band Camp By Asha Swann, Bandology staff I was never a camp kid, but I was a band kid. In grade seven, a friend and I both picked music class over drama. Even though we had joined the class together, I still didn’t want to tell her that
- [Ewen Hutton](https://bandology.ca/band-camp-faculty/ewen-hutton/) - Ewen started playing violin and piano at the age of 5 with the Etobicoke Suzuki School of Music. Along with his musical volunteer work at the Oakville-Trafalgar Memorial Hospital, he has competed in string quartets and performed in a wide variety of genres on several instruments. After picking up the French horn in middle school,
- [Bailey Dugas](https://bandology.ca/band-camp-faculty/bailey-dugas/) - Bailey Dugas (she/her) is a music educator, singer, clarinetist, ukulele enthusiast and general lover of all things to do with music. Hailing from Beeton, Ontario, Bailey completed her B.A. with a double major in Music and English at Wilfrid Laurier University in Waterloo, and her B.Ed. at the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education at
- [Arlen Major](https://bandology.ca/band-camp-faculty/arlen-major/) - Arlen Major is currently a music student at Wilfrid Laurier University. He is studying the clarinet with a focus on performance. One day Arlen hopes to be a performer with a symphony orchestra.
- [Christian Thomas](https://bandology.ca/band-camp-faculty/christian-thomas/) - Christian’s first introduction to music was traditional, starting with piano lessons as a young child which drove his love of learning about rhythm and melody. While listening to different music styles at home and being lucky enough to go to a primary school and high school where music was appreciated, Christian mastered playing various instruments
- [Kyla Paul](https://bandology.ca/band-camp-faculty/kyla-paul/) - Kyla Paul is a French horn player at Laurier and is going into her fourth year of the Music Therapy Program. She also enjoys playing guitar, singing and occasionally songwriting for fun.
- [Joey Zhuang](https://bandology.ca/band-camp-faculty/joey-zhuang/) - Joey Zhuang is a Chinese flutist and piccoloist, who finds joy in engaging with a multitude of musical styles. Recent highlights include working with Grammy-nominated composer Nathalie Joachim, performing Tchaikovsky’s Romeo and Juliet with the Evanston Symphony Orchestra, and in world premieres for Chicago-based composers. Joey has performed across North America, Europe and Asia, and
- [Hilary Whiskin](https://bandology.ca/band-camp-faculty/hilary-whiskin/) - Hilary Whiskin has experience both in music and in working with people. As a Wilfrid Laurier University grad in Music (composition) and Communications, Hilary has a vast knowledge of the percussion world. She has worked both in percussion ensembles and has taught music lessons for over 15 years. As director of CRASH Rhythm, Hilary enjoys sharing
- [Heath Allen](https://bandology.ca/band-camp-faculty/heath-allen/) - Heath Allen completed his Bachelor of Music at Queen’s University and his Master of Music in performance at the University of Toronto under the direction of Eugene Rittich. He has performed frequently with orchestras throughout southern and eastern Ontario including the Kingston, Niagara, Windsor, London, Kitchener-Waterloo, Oshawa-Durham, Royal Opera Canada, Brampton Lyric Opera, Opera Kitchener
- [Ryan Minten](https://bandology.ca/band-camp-faculty/ryan-minten/) - Ryan Minten started studying music at the age of 7, learning piano in his hometown’s Music for Young Children program. When he started high school, he took the grade 9 band method class and learned to play the trombone. Ryan instantly fell in love with the instrument and continued taking music classes throughout high school.
- [Percussion Lessons](https://bandology.ca/about-us-old/our-services/percussion-lessons/) - Whether you are a beginner who has never touched a drumset or an experienced drummer, these lessons will teach you many elements of music. Ryan will focus his lessons on technique, reading music, how to show musicality on the drums, improvisation, and theory based exercises. His teaching style is organized around what the students want
- [Sandra Leach](https://bandology.ca/band-camp-faculty/sandra-leach/) - Sandra Leach is a dedicated mother of two and a respected member of our local community here in Halton. With over 15 years of experience in the social service sector, she has made a significant impact as an educator, coach and disability studies scholar. Her studies through Niagara College and Toronto Metropolitan University give her
- [Tina Shapero](https://bandology.ca/band-camp-faculty/tina-shapero/) - Tina Shapero has been a musician since she was a child. She was born into a musical family and has been blessed with the opportunity to be able to share that gift through teaching and performing. Tina has been teaching band with the Toronto District School Board since 2018 and private music lessons since 2010.
- [Rosanne Warren](https://bandology.ca/band-camp-faculty/rosanne-warren/) - Rosanne Warren is a seasoned music educator and versatile performer with a rich history of teaching and artistic accomplishments. With a passion for sharing the beauty of music and nurturing talent, she has left an indelible mark on both her students and the local music community. As a private lesson instructor since 1991, Rosanne has
- [Private Lessons](https://bandology.ca/about-us-old/our-services/private-lessons/) - Looking for an instructor for your child, but don't know where to start? While referrals to piano teachers seem to be everywhere, it can be harder to find a qualified instructor for clarinet, bassoon or French horn. Bandology has many contacts within the professional musician field and can arrange an introduction or series of teaching
- [Hayley Festeryga](https://bandology.ca/band-camp-faculty/hayley-festeryga/) - Hayley is a 16 year old singer, actor, musician and dancer and is in Grade 11 at T.A. Blakelock High School. She has performed in musicals including Mary Poppins, Into the Woods, Anne of Green Gables and Cinderella. She has participated as an actor in the National Theatre School Drama Festival (formerly Sears Drama Festival) for
- [EDIA At Bandology](https://bandology.ca/resources/edia-at-bandology/) - Our Commitment Bandology is committed to promoting equity, diversity, inclusivity and accessibility (EDIA) through our external programming, advocacy, partnerships and internal operations. Bandology recognizes that race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, ability and other demographic characteristics have social, political and economic significance. In a normative society founded in whiteness, gender binaries, heterosexuality, capitalism
- [Cassandra Wolff](https://bandology.ca/band-camp-faculty/cassandra-wolff/) - Cassandra Wolff began studying classical percussion privately with Mike Phelan in 2010 and continued her studies at a high school and post-secondary level. Cassandra currently holds a Bachelor of Music Performance and a Chamber Music Diploma from Wilfrid Laurier University, where she studied under Dave Campion and Brennan Connolly. She will be pursuing her Master’s
- [Band Camp Online](https://bandology.ca/band-camps/band-camp-old/band-camp-online/) - BAND CAMP ONLINE IS BACK! Band Camp Online features a week of games, masterclasses and a whole lot of fun. Since we can’t make music together in a traditional band format, this is your chance to gather with your fellow musicians for a week of online learning, including music games and activities, sectionals and masterclasses, special
- [TL Sutherland](https://bandology.ca/band-camp-faculty/tl-sutherland/) - TL Sutherland (they/them) has been studying percussion for three years and is currently pursuing an undergraduate degree in performance and conducting at Wilfrid Laurier University under the guidance of Brennan Connolly and Dr. Leah McGray. In addition to percussion, TL has played the flute for over 13 years and the violin for 15 years. In
- [Mason Micevski](https://bandology.ca/band-camp-faculty/mason-micevski/) - Mason Micevski is an accomplished stage, performer, choreographer and arts maker from Hamilton, Ontario. He has taught voice, dance and acting both commercially and privately, while performing with such companies as the National Ballet of Canada, Warner Bros. Studios, and OH CANADA EH?! Mason holds a Masters in Community Music from Wilfrid Laurier University, is
- [Larry Moser](https://bandology.ca/band-camp-faculty/larry-moser/) - Larry Moser holds a Bachelor of Music (BMus) and Bachelor of Education (BEd) from Western University as well as a Master of Music (MMus) from Michigan State University. Larry is an active private teacher on saxophone and clarinet at the Laurier Academy of Music and Arts (LAMA), formerly known as the Beckett School at Laurier.
- [Emma Keppel-Jones](https://bandology.ca/band-camp-faculty/emma-kepple-jones/) - Emma Keppel-Jones is a music therapy student at Wilfrid Laurier University, whose goal is to work with youth. Currently studying viola with Christine Vlajk, Emma has been playing the instrument for seven years and has twelve years of experience playing violin prior to university. She has also taken lessons in guitar, piano and clarinet, and
- [Elianna Boeringa](https://bandology.ca/band-camp-faculty/elianna-boeringa/) - Elianna Boeringa is a violinist originally from the Hamilton area with an active career freelancing and teaching in the GTA. After earning her Bachelor’s degree in Violin Performance as well as a Diploma in Chamber Music at Wilfrid Laurier University with high honours, she is currently pursuing a Masters in Violin Performance at the University
- [Donavan Gilroy](https://bandology.ca/band-camp-faculty/donavan-gilroy/) - Donavan Gilroy is an up and coming saxophonist based in Waterloo, Ontario. Studying at Wilfrid Laurier University Wilfrid Laurier Universityunder the mentorship of Dave Wiffen, Donavan strives to create dynamic and emotional music through his performances in solo repertoire, jazz ensembles and chamber playing.
- [Victor Agrippa](https://bandology.ca/band-camp-faculty/victor-agrippa/) - Victor Agrippa is a talented multi-instrumentalist who has found a comfortable place throughout the southern Ontario music scene. Whether he’s playing on the streets of downtown Toronto in many of the premier busking bands of the city, performing in the late-night jazz scene anywhere from Toronto to Hamilton, or teaching at many different studios across
- [William Rolfe](https://bandology.ca/band-camp-faculty/william-rolfe/) - William (Bill) Rolfe has an extensive background as a woodwind instructor, clinician and music director. Most notably he formerly served as a faculty member at the Oakville Branch of the Royal Conservatory of Music of Toronto. He has been associated with teaching studios in Burlington and Hamilton and he joined the faculty of the Guelph
- [Jing (Jennie) Yu](https://bandology.ca/band-camp-faculty/jing-jennie-yu/) - About Jing (Jennie) Yu Jing (Jennie) Yu has accomplished a lot in her young life. A virtuoso on the marimba and all-around talented percussionist, Jennie is currently studying Percussion Performance with Dr. Jill Ball in the Faculty of Music at Western University. Prior to that, she was a member of the 2016 National Youth Concert
- [Alex Rasi](https://bandology.ca/band-camp-faculty/alex-rasi/) - About Alex Rasi Alex Rasi is an oboist, singer-songwriter and music educator. She began playing the oboe as a Grade 9 student at Thomas A. Blakelock High School in Oakville and has enjoyed the challenge of playing this quirky and complex instrument ever since. While in high school Alex played in high-level wind ensembles, orchestras
- [Curtis Clarke](https://bandology.ca/band-camp-faculty/curtis-clarke/) - About Curtis Clarke Curtis Clarke has a degree in Performance Voice from York University where he studied under the renowned soprano, Stephanie Bogle. He has performed with various opera companies around the GTA including the North York Opera Company, the Mississauga Opera Company and the Hamilton Opera Company. He has also performed various oratorio work,
- [J.J. Piccolotto](https://bandology.ca/band-camp-faculty/j-j-piccolotto/) - About J.J. Piccolotto J.J. Piccolotto is a mother, a student, a small business owner, a performer and a musician. She loves sharing her passion for music with people young and old, tailoring lessons to meet their needs and goals. She began her musical journey playing various instruments, including clarinet and bassoon, later discovering her
- [Shashi Ramu](https://bandology.ca/band-camp-faculty/shashi-ramu/) - About Shashi Ramu A graduate of the Fort Richmond Collegiate Band Program (Winnipeg), and the University of Manitoba Music Education program, with years spent at the University of Southern California (Los Angeles) – Shashi has learned from some of the best teachers in the business including; – Terry Cravens (Bass Trombone/Pasadena Philharmonic and Former Head of
- [Lauren Jarman](https://bandology.ca/band-camp-faculty/lauren-jarman/) - About Lauren Jarman Lauren Jarmen is a fantastic musician who enjoys making music in all ways, whether that be playing the oboe, singing in a choir or conducting. She has performed in a nationally ranked gold medal award-winning band in high school where she was principal oboe. Lauren now goes to the Don Wright school
- [Liam Comerford](https://bandology.ca/band-camp-faculty/liam-comerford/) - About Liam Comerford Liam Comerford is a high school music teacher and ensemble director with the Halton District School Board, having brought the Oakville Trafalgar Chamber Ensemble to the 2019 Musicfest Nationals competition. Liam holds a Bachelor’s of Music from Western University where he studied trumpet with Dr. Aaron Hodgson and Dr. Shawn Spicer, and
- [Heather Kilborn](https://bandology.ca/band-camp-faculty/heather-kilborn/) - About Heather Kilborn Classically trained on flute and piano, Heather Kilborn holds a Bachelor of Music in Flute Performance from Wilfrid Laurier University and a Masters of Music in Flute Performance from Northwestern University. Heather is an active freelance performer in the area and has been very fortunate to play with groups such as the Niagara Symphony,
- [Carla Perrotta-Pyrgos](https://bandology.ca/band-camp-faculty/carla-perrotta-pyrgos/) - About Carla Perrotta-Pyrgos Carla Perrotta-Pyrgos began her clarinet studies at the age of ten and her enthusiasm for the instrument greatly increased with each competition she entered and won. At the age of 17, she was sent to the Kiwanis Junior Provincial Championship in London, Ontario and won first prize in the Winds category. Shortly
- [Kendra Chow](https://bandology.ca/band-camp-faculty/kendra-chow/) - About Kendra Chow Music has been a part of Kendra Chow’s life from day 1. She started with piano lessons at the age of 3 and eventually added in vocal lessons. Singing instantly became a passion and mainstay in her life. Kendra studied music at Western University specializing in vocal music. Upon completion of her
- [Amy L.E. McKenzie](https://bandology.ca/band-camp-faculty/amy-l-e-mckenzie/) - About Amy L. E. McKenzie Amy is a writer and actor who was part of the writing and performance team for five seasons of the television show History Bites, and a writer/associate producer for the televised and improv-based Train 48. Amy is one of the founders of Oakville Improv Theatre Company, and is currently the
- [Kyle Dadd](https://bandology.ca/band-camp-faculty/kyle-dadd/) - About Kyle Dadd Kyle Dadd has been a professional performer for 32 years. After leaving the comforts of a ‘small pond’ in rural Ontario, Kyle went on to study at the prestigious American Musical and Dramatic Academy in New York City, after which he achieved significant accolades and successes within the entertainment industry. Kyle has
- [Michael Yates](https://bandology.ca/band-camp-faculty/michael-yates/) - About Michael Yates Michael Yates is a dedicated educator who has worked for the Halton District School Board for the past 12 years. Michael has spent the last 10 years as the Head of Music at Pilgrim Wood Public School where he runs the intermediate band program. He has designed and implemented an instrumental music
- [Debbie McMackin](https://bandology.ca/band-camp-faculty/debbie-mcmackin/) - About Debbie McMackin Debbie McMackin graduated from the University of Western Ontario with a BMus, Honours Music Education and attended the University of Toronto for her BEd. She has been with the Toronto District School Board for over 40 years, enjoying a career as secondary, elementary, and currently occasional teacher. After discovering the world of
- [Dylan Maddix](https://bandology.ca/band-camp-faculty/dylan-maddix/) - About Dr. Dylan Maddix Originally from Summerside, Prince Edward Island, Dr. Dylan Maddix is Assistant Professor of Instrumental Conducting and Community Engagement at Memorial University of Newfoundland in St. John’s. In this role, he conducts the Memorial University Wind Ensemble and teaches conducting at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. In addition to his work
- [Sharon Roe](https://bandology.ca/band-camp-faculty/sharon-roe/) - About Sharon Roe Sharon Roe has been a music teacher with the Halton Catholic District School Board for 10 years. She is a Member of the Oakville Wind Orchestra and has been the Pit Band Director for Sound of Music, Little Shop of Horrors and Crazy for You. Sharon is a former Flute Major of
- [Troy Jones](https://bandology.ca/band-camp-faculty/troy-jones/) - About Troy Jones A graduate of Wilfrid Laurier University (2006), Troy Jones currently teaches music at Willowdale Middle School in the Toronto District School Board. Willowdale Music performs and competes regularly at both the provincial and national levels. His program is built on democracy, student voice and empowerment. Troy also currently sits on the Ontario
- [Debbie McManus Urquhart](https://bandology.ca/band-camp-faculty/debbie-mcmanus-urquhart/) - About Debbie McManus Urquhart Debbie McManus Urquhart has been a teacher with the Hamilton-Wentworth District School Board for 18 years. She teaches music and drama to students ranging from JK to Grade 8. At her school, she leads the school concert bands and jazz band; primary, junior and intermediate choirs and runs the holiday musicals.
- [Antoine Buttigieg](https://bandology.ca/band-camp-faculty/antoine-buttigieg/) - About Antoine Buttigieg Antoine Buttigieg has been teaching instrumental music since 2006 and is currently the Director of Bands and Drumline at Fr. Bressani CHS in the York Catholic District School Board. A graduate of the University of Toronto Faculty of Music and the Christchurch College of Education in New Zealand, Antoine has developed and
- [Dr. Kira Omelchenko](https://bandology.ca/band-camp-faculty/dr-kira-omelchenko/) - About Dr. Kira Omelchenko Winner of the International Conductors Workshop and Competition, Dr. Kira Omelchenko is the Associate Dean of Performance and Recruitment, an Associate Professor of Music, and the Conductor of the Symphony Orchestra at Wilfrid Laurier University (Ontario, Canada). A passionate educator, Dr. Omelchenko was nominated for a Grammy Music Educator Award, the
- [Kirk Kiernander](https://bandology.ca/band-camp-faculty/kirk-kiernander/) - About Kirk Kiernander Kirk Kiernander fell in love with music at a young age and went through high school joining every musical outlet possible. Quality music education and passionate music educators in high school shaped Kirk’s future as he received his honours bachelor of music, specializing in music education, from Wilfrid Laurier University and his
- [LaToya A. Webb](https://bandology.ca/band-camp-faculty/latoya-a-webb/) - About LaToya A. Webb A native of Richmond, Virginia, Dr. Webb serves as Assistant Professor of Music and Director of the Laurier Wind Orchestra, in Waterloo, Ontario, Canada. Before joining the Laurier Faculty of Music, she served as Assistant Professor of Practice in Conducting, Assistant Director of Bands at the University of Texas at Austin,
- [Cynthia Johnston Turner](https://bandology.ca/band-camp-faculty/cynthia-johnston-turner/) - About Dr. Cynthia Johnston Turner Odds were against Dr. Cynthia Johnston Turner becoming a musician let alone a professor of music and conducting in higher education. Born in a small town in Ontario no one in her family played an instrument or sang, although there were rumors that her great paternal grandfather was a mean
- [Lauren Helmer](https://bandology.ca/band-camp-faculty/lauren-helmer/) - About Lauren Helmer Lauren Helmer is a secondary school educator from Kitchener, Ontario. She has been the Associate Director of Bands of Eastwood Collegiate Institute’s Integrated Arts Magnet Program since 2018. Previously, Lauren taught at Preston High School, and Bluevale CI in Cambridge and Waterloo respectively. Her bands have consistently achieved the highest honours at
- [Shawn Bennett](https://bandology.ca/band-camp-faculty/shawn-bennett/) - About Shawn Bennett Shawn Bennett is a Toronto-based conductor, educator and arranger, originally from Newfoundland and Labrador. He holds a Masters degree in Orchestral Conducting from the University of Toronto, where he studied with celebrated Canadian conductor Uri Mayer and served as Assistant Conductor for both the University of Toronto Symphony Orchestra and Wind Symphony.
- [Brian Vincent](https://bandology.ca/band-camp-faculty/brian-vincent/) - About Brian Vincent Music has always been a very important part of Brian’s life. He has been playing the trumpet since Grade 4. Brian studied music at Wilfrid Laurier University and the University of Toronto (Bachelor of Music in Performance Degree, Honours Standing). He completed his Teaching Certification with the Professional Development Program at Simon
- [David Lum](https://bandology.ca/band-camp-faculty/david-lum/) - About David Lum David Lum is a graduate of the University of Toronto (Mus. Bac. /Ed. 1988, B. Ed. 1990) and completed the Graduate Diploma program in Wind Conducting at the University of Calgary in the summer of 2001. He is a past conductor of the Scarborough School’s Symphonic Band and Wind Symphony, and has
- [Ryan Meeboer](https://bandology.ca/band-camp-faculty/ryan-meeboer/) - About Ryan Meeboer Meeboer received his Honours Bachelor of Music degree from McMaster University and his Bachelor of Education degree from the University of Toronto. He is also a prolific composer, having written and arranged many pieces for concert bands, jazz bands and small ensembles. Meeboer teaches at Alexander’s Public School in Burlington, Ontario, and
- [Marcia Connolly](https://bandology.ca/band-camp-faculty/marcia-connolly/) - About Marcia Connolly A passionate educator, Marcia Connolly has been teaching music in the Waterloo Region since 2010 and is currently the Head of Music at Bluevale Collegiate Institute in Waterloo. She previously spent seven years teaching music at Cameron Heights Collegiate Institute in Kitchener. In her teaching, she is passionate about the ways in
- [Colin Clarke](https://bandology.ca/band-camp-faculty/colin-clarke/) - About Colin Clarke Colin Clarke is an active guest conductor, clinician, adjudicator and composer/arranger. He is perhaps best known in his role as the Artistic Director of the Toronto Youth Wind Orchestra (TYWO), an ensemble he founded when he was still a high school student that is now in its 33rd year. For three decades,
- [Allen Carter](https://bandology.ca/band-camp-faculty/al-carter/) - About Allen Carter Allen Carter has over thirty years of experience as a professional musician. He is the conductor of the Guelph Symphony Youth Orchestra and is the principal tubist with the Guelph Symphony Orchestra and Brantford Symphony Orchestra and is first call for others, including the Toronto Concert Orchestra. Allen, or Al, has held
- [Laurissa Chitty](https://bandology.ca/band-camp-faculty/laurissa-chitty/) - About Laurissa Chitty Although she was born and raised in British Columbia, Laurissa Chitty is currently living in Mississauga. She plays with the Oakville Symphony and enjoys teaching, coaching, and freelancing in the GTA. Laurissa was formerly the second violinist of the Saint John String Quartet and Principal Second Violinist for Symphony New Brunswick. Laurissa
- [Madison Deppe](https://bandology.ca/band-camp-faculty/madison-deppe/) - About Madison Deppe Madison Deppe is a Hamilton-based flautist who performs in solo, chamber, and orchestral settings across Ontario. She is the Principal Flute with Sinfonia Ancaster and maintains an active freelance career, performing regularly with the Niagara Symphony, the Guelph Symphony, the Sudbury Symphony, the Brott National Academy Orchestra, and the Oakville Symphony and
- [Cindy Gollinger](https://bandology.ca/band-camp-faculty/cindy-gollinger/) - About Cindy Gollinger Cindy, born in Nova Scotia, started playing piano when she was eight then decided that she wanted to also try out the saxophone. After moving to Burlington, she began playing in the Burlington Teen Tour Band. Cindy majored in music education at Western University and completed a Bachelor of Education at Windsor.
- [Dorothy Vreeswyk-Kidd](https://bandology.ca/band-camp-faculty/dorothy-vreeswyk-kidd/) - About Dorothy Vreeswyk-Kidd Dorothy Vreeswyk-Kidd is the music teacher at John F. Ross Collegiate Vocational Institute in Guelph, Ontario, and will be the Music Director for Band Camp Guelph running July 18-22. She completed her Honours Bachelor of Music degree at Wilfrid Laurier University and her Bachelor of Education from the University of Windsor. Dorothy has
- [Giancarlo Binetti](https://bandology.ca/band-camp-faculty/giancarlo-binetti/) - About Giancarlo Binetti Giancarlo Binetti is a professional French Horn player who holds a Bachelor’s degree in French Horn Performance and a Master’s degree in Musicology from York University, specializing in wind band conducting and examined the role of artistic leadership in community band development. An accomplished educator and conductor, Giancarlo has developed his skills
- [Francis Smith](https://bandology.ca/band-camp-faculty/francis-smith/) - About Francis Smith Francis Smith’s musical journey began at a young age when he first started playing the piano. At age 11 he turned his focus to studying the clarinet and saxophone, of which the latter would become his principal instrument. He holds a Bachelor of Music in Performance from the University of Toronto, and
- [Rachel Roe-Wu](https://bandology.ca/band-camp-faculty/rachel-roe-wu/) - About Rachel Roe-Wu Praised for her “beautiful piccolo sound,” Canadian flautist and piccoloist Rachel Roe-Wu joined Orchestra Toronto in 2024, and was appointed the Principal Piccolo position in 2026. She recently graduated from the University of Toronto with her Master of Music in Performance where she studied with Camille Watts. She is an active orchestral
- [Max Lindsay](https://bandology.ca/band-camp-faculty/max-lindsay/) - About Max Lindsay Max Lindsay is a recent graduate from WLU, an emerging percussionist, improviser and progressive thinker. Max has worked with several different music organizations around Kitchener-Waterloo such as; Kitchener- Waterloo Symphony Orchestra, Kitchener-Waterloo Chamber Orchestra, Open Ears Festival. Max has a passion for the integration of interdisciplinary arts in common practice, helping the
- [Jonathan Rowsell](https://bandology.ca/band-camp-faculty/jonathan-rowsell/) - About Jonathan Rowsell Dr. Jonathan Rowsell grew up in St. John’s, Newfoundland, where he studied both tuba performance and composition at Memorial University of Newfoundland. In 2018, he graduated from the University of Toronto with a Doctor of Musical Arts in tuba performance. Jonathan is a proud Eastman Performing Artist and is tubist with the
- [Wendy Wagler](https://bandology.ca/band-camp-faculty/wendy-wagler/) - About Wendy Wagler Wendy Wagler is Principal Flute with the Kitchener-Waterloo Chamber Orchestra and an active freelancer with many other ensembles. She has worked as a clinician throughout North and South America and is a member of the KW Woodwind Quintet, the Anemoi Flute Quartet and the Phoenix Trio. Wendy maintains the largest flute teaching
- [Trevor Wagler](https://bandology.ca/band-camp-faculty/trevor-wagler/) - About Trevor Wagler Trevor Wagler has dedicated his life to the art of music. He is owner and Director of Premier School of the Arts, as well as a freelance French horn player (on both modern and historical instruments), conductor, organist, composer, arranger/orchestrator, music editor/copyist and clinician. He holds a Bachelor Degree in Music Composition,
- [Lorenzo Guggenheim](https://bandology.ca/band-camp-faculty/lorenzo-guggenheim/) - About Lorenzo Guggenheim Lorenzo Guggenheim is an emerging orchestra conductor who is rooted in his artistic integrity and a fresh perspective on music, redefining what it means to lead an orchestra in the 21st century. With his innate passion, inspiring leadership, and captivating smile, Lorenzo welcomes audiences to become active participants by reshaping tradition in
- [Richard Burrows](https://bandology.ca/band-camp-faculty/richard-burrows/) - About Rich Burrows Richard Burrows is a distinguished percussionist, celebrated for his dynamic performances and innovative approach to contemporary classical music. With a career spanning over two decades, Burrows has firmly established himself as a leading figure in the percussion community, renowned for his versatility, technical prowess and unwavering commitment to advancing the art form.
- [Alecia Blackman](https://bandology.ca/band-camp-faculty/alecia-blackman/) - About Alecia Blackman A dedicated educator and performer, Alecia Blackman is the head of music at Bernie Custis Secondary School in Hamilton, Ontario. She completed both her Honours Bachelor of Music and Masters of Music Education degrees at Western University, and earned her Bachelor of Education degree from Nipissing University. Alecia has conducted many notable
- [Andrew Quinn](https://bandology.ca/band-camp-faculty/andrew-quinn/) - About Andrew Quinn Andrew Quinn holds a Bachelor of Music (Honors Specialization in Music Education) from the University of Western in Ontario (B.Mus’16). Under the direction of Dr. Colleen Richardson and Dr. Kevin Watson, Andrew participated in the Young Winds Program that provides students from the local community with instrumental music education. It was during
- [Michael Kallinis](https://bandology.ca/band-camp-faculty/michael-kallinis/) - About Michael Kallinis Michael Kallinis is a recent graduate of Wilfrid Laurier’s Faculty of Music where he studied the Tuba. He has served as assistant conductor to the Kitchener Waterloo Youth Orchestra and the Laurier Academy of Musical Arts, Next-Gen Youth Orchestra. During his degree, Michael completed a directed study in Wind Band Conducting with
- [Emily Peterman](https://bandology.ca/band-camp-faculty/emily-peterman/) - About Emily Peterman Emily Peterman is a local teacher and oboist in Waterloo Region, who will be joining Bandology in 2026 to serve as Music Director for Band Camp Guelph. Peterman has been teaching classroom music, both in Canada and abroad, for half a decade. Inspired by her own experiences with music, she completed her
- [Esteban Cambre](https://bandology.ca/band-camp-faculty/esteban-cambre/) - About Esteban Cambre Esteban Cambre is a dynamic and inspiring musician, conductor and educator. His music studies started early as a treble at St. Michael’s Choir School, followed by completing a certificate program at the Royal Conservatory in violin performance studying under Eugene Kash, and both undergraduate and graduate music degrees at the University of
- [Leah McGray](https://bandology.ca/band-camp-faculty/leah-mcgray/) - About Dr. Leah McGray A dynamic conductor of both wind band and orchestral ensembles, Dr. Leah McGray is currently the Conductor of the Wind Orchestra at Wilfrid Laurier University in Waterloo, Ontario. Previously, she was the Director of Instrumental Studies for the State University of New York at Geneseo, and Rhodes College in Memphis, Tennessee,
- [How to Advocate](https://bandology.ca/how-to-advocate/) - Why Should You Advocate? When it comes to making changes at the government, school board or administration level, parents are the best advocates for their children. As taxpayers and community members, parents have a real voice when it comes to advocating for changes that help children succeed in school and in life. Parents can significantly influence
- [Music Education](https://bandology.ca/music-education/) - Supporting Music Education At Bandology, one of our goals are to support the music community in building their programs and outreach. Research studies from Canada, the U.S., the U.K. and around the world have proven what we know from anecdotal experience – music makes kids smarter. Music can improve your child’s life in these core
- [For Youth and Families](https://bandology.ca/music-education/for-youth-and-families/) - Resources For Youth and Families Post-Secondary Music Programs Music Opportunities for Youth Mental Health Musician Guide Supporting Music Education At Bandology, one of our goals are to support the music community in building their programs and outreach. Research studies from Canada, the U.S., the U.K. and around the world have proven what we know from
- [For Educators](https://bandology.ca/music-education/for-educators/) - Resources For Educators Lesson Plans Composer Spotlights Musician Spotlights Revitalize Your Music Program Presentations For Teachers Supporting Music Education At Bandology, one of our goals are to support the music community in building their programs and outreach. Research studies from Canada, the U.S., the U.K. and around the world have proven what we know
- [Understanding Education Policy](https://bandology.ca/how-to-advocate/education-policy/) - Music Education Policy Policy of any type can be daunting. But understanding how it functions and impacts real-life programming is essential to uncovering areas of weakness in music education, and explaining why music programs can be so vastly different. By condensing and explaining key aspects of Music Education Policy and providing resources for further learning,
- [How to Contact Politicians](https://bandology.ca/how-to-advocate/how-to-contact-politicians/) - Why Contact Politicians? Politicians are public servants. They exist for the sole purpose of representing the district or region they have been elected to. Politicians receive tens, hundreds and even thousands of emails each day from concerned citizens who want to see change in hundreds of different areas. You might be wondering, why would they
- [Why Music Education](https://bandology.ca/why-music-education/) - The Benefits of Music Education Research studies from Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom and around the world have proven what we know from anecdotal experience – music makes kids smarter. Watch these short videos about the long-term benefits of music education. Why Music Education is Important to ParentsBandology asked parents why music education
- [Music Advocacy](https://bandology.ca/music-advocacy/) - Advocating for Music Education With recent budget cuts and teacher shuffling, our children’s music education is at risk and your help is needed to advocate for more music for more kids. At Bandology, our goal is to bring more music to kids and youth. One of the ways to do that is by advocating for
- [Parent Advocacy Package](https://bandology.ca/how-to-advocate/parent-advocacy-package/) - A Parents Guide on Advocating for Music Education Music parents can be amazing advocates for music education! Parents drive their kids to rehearsal, stack chairs after concerts and do all those little things that keep kids in band and keep band running. Having been founded by music parents, Bandology knows this well. This is why
- [Music Education (old)](https://bandology.ca/music-education-old/) - At Bandology, we strive to support teachers in a variety of ways. Click here to check out this list of ten tools to help music teachers. Lesson Plans Bandology worked with an amazing bunch of music teachers from across Ontario to create resources that will hopefully make teaching music a little easier. Feel free to
- [Camper's with Extra Needs Welcome](https://bandology.ca/campers-with-extra-needs-welcome/) - Bandology welcomes campers with special needs to our camps. As of 2026, we have introduced a new program of inclusion and support to help to tailor necessary accommodations for each individual child as needed. Our goal is to create a collaborative environment for your child while having fun and making music together with peers. How
- [((delete)) Research](https://bandology.ca/resources/research/) - Research studies from Canada, the U.S., the U.K. and around the world have proven what we know from anecdotal experience – music makes kids smarter. The more kids play and perform, the more they are able to absorb the myriad of benefits, including transferable skills like self-confidence, focus, collaboration, leadership, time management, organization and more;
- [((delete)) Music and the Community](https://bandology.ca/resources/research/music-and-the-community/) - Research Links Assessing the positive influence of music activities in community development programs - Queensland University of Technology “A smile on everybody’s face”: A multiple case study of community ukulele groups - University of Illinois The power of music in the lives of older adults - University of London
- [((delete)) Music and Academics](https://bandology.ca/resources/research/music-and-academics/) - Research Links Arts Education and Positive Youth Development: Cognitive, Behavioral, and Social Outcomes of Adolescents who Study the Arts – University of Maryland Associations between Music Education, Intelligence, and Spelling Ability in Elementary School– University of Ulm (2011) Associations Between School Music Participation and Academic Achievement – UBC (2019) Examination of Relationships between Participation in School Music
- [((delete)) Music and Mental Health](https://bandology.ca/resources/research/music-and-mental-health/) - Research Links Extended Music Education Enhances the Quality of School Life – University of Jyväskylä Emotional Intelligence and Strategies for Coping with Stress among Music Students in the Context of Visual Art and General Education Students – Kazimierz Wielki University (2020) Arts Education and Positive Youth Development: Cognitive, Behavioral, and Social Outcomes of Adolescents who Study the
- [((delete)) Music and Social Skills](https://bandology.ca/resources/research/music-and-social-skills/) - Research Links Emotional Intelligence and Strategies for Coping with Stress among Music Students in the Context of Visual Art and General Education Students – Kazimierz Wielki University (2020) Extended Music Education Enhances the Quality of School Life – University of Jyväskylä Group Music Training and Children’s Prosocial Skills – University of Toronto Mississauga Long-Term Musical Group Interaction has
- [((delete)) Music, the Brain and Cognition](https://bandology.ca/resources/research/music-the-brain-and-cognition/) - Research Links Associations between Music Education, Intelligence, and Spelling Ability in Elementary School– University of Ulm (2011) Longitudinal Analysis of Music Education on Executive Functions in Primary School Children – Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, ArtEZ University of the Arts and the University of Amsterdam (2018) Long-Term Positive Associations Between Music Lessons and IQ – University of Toronto Music
- [Donate to Bandology (old)](https://bandology.ca/old-donate/) - Music education can have an important impact on academies, transferable skills, mental and physical health and more. And yet music and arts programs are often the first to be cut from budgets, limiting the chance to deliver the benefits of music education to children. The more kids play and perform, the more they are able
- [March Break Music Camp](https://bandology.ca/march-break-music-camp/) - March Break Music Camp is about exploring your love of music! March Break Music Camp is a week-long day camp for kids in grades 1-6 who want to explore their love of music through games and demonstrations with new friends. At March Break Music Camp, kids have fun with hands-on introductory workshops with some cool instruments and participate
- [About Us](https://bandology.ca/about-us/) - A Canadian non-profit dedicated to more music for kids via education, collaboration and community. Founded by parents who saw the benefits of music education.
- [About Us (old)](https://bandology.ca/about-us-old/) - A Canadian non-profit dedicated to more music for kids via education, collaboration and community. Founded by parents who saw the benefits of music education.
- [Band Camp Junior](https://bandology.ca/band-camp-junior/) - Bandology’s annual Band Camp is a week-long day camp for keen music students in grades 7-12 who want to improve their musical skills in the summer.
- [Band Camp](https://bandology.ca/band-camp/) - Bandology’s annual Band Camp is a week-long day camp for keen music students in grades 7-12 who want to improve their musical skills in the summer.
- [Donate to Bandology](https://bandology.ca/donate/) - Why Music? Music education can have an important impact on academies, transferable skills, mental and physical health and more. And yet music and arts programs are often the first to be cut from budgets, limiting the chance to deliver the benefits of music education to children. The more kids play and perform, the more they
- [Post-Secondary Music Programs](https://bandology.ca/post-sec-programs/) - If you’re planning on studying music after high school, you might have noticed there’s a lot of extra requirements you must fulfill to get into a program. On top of that, there are a wide variety of possible programs and career paths, some of which have different requirements and totally different approaches to learning. We’re
- [Our Story](https://bandology.ca/our-story/) - A Canadian non-profit dedicated to more music for kids via education, collaboration and community. Founded by parents who saw the benefits of music education.
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- [Media Coverage](https://bandology.ca/media-coverage/) - Media coverage: 101.3 Indie FM MiltonRegistration open for Band Camp Halton this summer – 101.3 Indie FM Milton Oakville NewsBandology names music director for Band Camp Halton – Oakville News, May 2026 Bandology to relocate instrument lending library to one of Oakville’s community centres – Oakville News, April 2026 Dozens of instruments donated to Bandology
- [Band Camp Online!](https://bandology.ca/band-camps/band-camp-old/band-camp-online-wrapup2020/) - Band Camp Online is back! Last year's pivot to Band Camp Online was such a success, we're going to do it again this year! Band Camp Online features a week of games, masterclasses and a whole lot of fun. In creating an online camp, we strove to make it not only a place for campers
- [Community Events](https://bandology.ca/community-events/) - There’s always something going on at Bandology! Check out our upcoming events down below and come join us for some musical fun in the community! Upcoming Events Music in the Park with the Town of Oakville When: Saturday, June 6, from 2:00pm to 4:00pm Where: Bronte Heritage Waterfront Park, Oakville, ON Join us at Bronte
- [Resources](https://bandology.ca/resources/) - At Bandology, we provide comprehensive resources highlighting the transformative power of music beyond the classroom. This page features research on the long-term benefits of music education, spotlights various music opportunities for youth and includes insightful articles written by our staff members. You can access our media coverage and subscribe to our enewsletter for the latest
- [Repertoire Commission](https://bandology.ca/band-camp-repertoire/repertoire-commission/) - Each year, Bandology commissions a new piece of wind band repertoire to be played and premiered at our summer band camp program. We strive to provide opportunities for Canadian early-career and young composers, as we make the choice to feature underrepresented composers. Call for Proposals This year, Bandology is putting out a call for proposals
- [Interview Process](https://bandology.ca/interview-process/) - Thank you for applying to work at Bandology this summer. We appreciate your interest. Our hiring process has three steps – an initial interview with our Executive Director, a second interview with staff and a member of our board of directors and then a reference check. During both interviews, we will ask you a range
- [Band Camp Faculty 2025](https://bandology.ca/band-camp-faculty/band-camp-faculty-2025/) - We strive to present a comprehensive music program, one that we would want our children to participate in. It is important to us to have a top-notch faculty in place, with award-winning music educators and professional working musicians and clinicians. 2025 Faculty Dr. Leah McGray – Music Director Kitchener-Waterloo Alecia Blackman – Music Director Halton
- [Band Camp Faculty 2024](https://bandology.ca/band-camp-faculty/band-camp-faculty-2024/) - We strive to present a comprehensive music program, one that we would want our children to participate in. It is important to us to have a top-notch faculty in place, with award-winning music educators and professional working musicians and clinicians. 2024 Faculty Alecia Blackman — Band Director Halton Allen Carter — Band Director Kitchener-Waterloo Halton
- [Band Camp Faculty 2023](https://bandology.ca/band-camp-faculty/band-camp-faculty-2023/) - We strive to present a comprehensive music program, one that we would want our children to participate in. It is important to us to have a top-notch faculty in place, with award-winning music educators and professional working musicians and clinicians. This year’s amazing faculty! Colin Clarke – Band Director Halton Dorothy Vreeswyk-Kidd – Band Director Guelph
- [Band Camp Faculty 2022](https://bandology.ca/band-camp-faculty/band-camp-faculty-2022/) - Our goal is to present a comprehensive music program, one that we would want our children to participate in. We strive to have a top-notch faculty in place, with award-winning music educators and professional working musicians and clinicians. This year’s amazing faculty! Ryan Meeboer – Band Director Halton Dorothy Vreeswyk-Kidd – Band Director Grand River
- [Band Camp Faculty 2019](https://bandology.ca/band-camp-faculty/band-camp-faculty-2019/) - From the beginning, we aspired to create a comprehensive music program, one that we would want our children to participate in. That meant going beyond the usual camp activities to have a top-notch faculty in place, with both award-winning music educators and professional working musicians and clinicians. THIS YEAR’S AMAZING FACULTY! David Lum – Band Director
- [Band Camp Faculty 2018](https://bandology.ca/band-camp-faculty/band-camp-faculty-2018/) - From the beginning, we aspired to create a comprehensive music program, one that we would want our own children to participate in. That meant going beyond the typical camp activities to have a top-notch faculty in place, with both award-winning music educators and professional working musicians and clinicians. Bandology Band Camp is pleased to announce
- [Band Camp Faculty 2017](https://bandology.ca/band-camp-faculty/band-camp-faculty-2017/) - From the beginning, we aspired to create a comprehensive music program, one that we would want our children to participate in. That meant going beyond the usual camp activities to have a top-notch faculty in place, with both award-winning music educators and professional working musicians and clinicians. Bandology Band Camp is pleased to announce our
- [Awards](https://bandology.ca/awards/) - While we are all about making a difference in the lives of children and youth, it’s nice to get a little recognition from time to time. Oakville Chamber of Commerce Oakville Chamber of Commerce Business Awards – Geotab Emerging Talent Employer Champion Award – Finalist 2026 Oakville Chamber of Commerce Business Awards – CN Altruism
- [What's Your Forte?](https://bandology.ca/whats-your-forte/) - What’s Your Forte is an interview series in which members of the Bandology team interview musicians, conductors, composers, teachers, students and community members about their experiences with music and their views on the power of music education. What’s Your Forte is available to listen as a podcast on your favourite podcast app (Spotify | Apple Podcasts)
- [Music Opportunities for Youth](https://bandology.ca/music-opportunities-for-youth/) - More music for more kids is Bandology’s mission. Luckily for kids across Canada, there are other amazing organizations doing the same thing! Learn more about cool organizations, events, workshops, lessons and activities happening from coast to coast to coast. If you know of any cool arts organizations providing opportunities to youth in your area or
- [Programming Underrepresented Composers](https://bandology.ca/programming-underrepresented-composers/) - Bandology is making the choice to feature underrepresented composers in our repertoire for our Band Camp program and we encourage music teachers and band conductors to do the same. Our goal is to choose camp music selections that reflects the young musicians in the band and that embraces our organization’s culture of equity, diversity, inclusivity
- [Donate An Instrument](https://bandology.ca/donate-an-instrument/) - Have a used instrument collecting dust in the basement? Donate it to Bandology! If you have a concert band instrument, we’ll get it fixed up and loan it out to a keen music student in need as part of our Instrument Lending Library. Unfortunately, we do not have the storage facilities or resources to accept
- [Mental Health Musician Guide](https://bandology.ca/mental-health-musician-guide/) - Introduction Mental health is an important yet overlooked part of our well-being as humans. For musicians, mental health can be crucial for success, creativity, performance and longevity. Although society has made a lot of progress in recognizing the importance of mental health, everyday pressures in the music world can create challenges that affect musicians in
- [Conference Presentations](https://bandology.ca/conference-presentations/) - At Bandology, we welcome the opportunity to talk about the long-term value of music education and how advocacy, especially from parents, can help to build and grow strong music programs. Please take advantage of the presentations and resources on this page and throughout our website. Beyond Band: Strategies to Incorporate Community Music Principles into your
- [Program Inclusion Support Worker](https://bandology.ca/jobs-at-bandology/program-inclusion-support-worker/) - Bandology is a proud Canadian non-profit dedicated to supporting more music for more kids via education, collaboration and community. We are looking to hire someone in the role of Program Inclusion Support Worker to work collaboratively with the Bandology team to develop an inclusion procedure and support youth with disabilities in workshop and camp programming.
- [Education Manager](https://bandology.ca/jobs-at-bandology/education-manager/) - Bandology is a proud Canadian non-profit dedicated to supporting more music for more kids via education, collaboration and community. We are looking to hire someone in the role of Education Manager to work collaboratively with the Bandology team to provide the business both administrative and instructional support for summer camps and participate in the development
- [Funding Coordinator](https://bandology.ca/jobs-at-bandology/funding-coordinator/) - Bandology is a proud Canadian non-profit dedicated to supporting more music for more kids via education, collaboration and community. We are looking to hire someone in the role of Funding Coordinator to work collaboratively with the Bandology team to develop and implement a fundraising strategy to fulfill our long-term sustainability goals. About the Job: Review,
- [Public Relations Coordinator](https://bandology.ca/jobs-at-bandology/public-relations-coordinator/) - Bandology is a proud Canadian non-profit dedicated to supporting more music for more kids via education, collaboration and community. We are looking to hire someone in the role of Public Relations Coordinator to work collaboratively with the Bandology team to coordinate educational resources and oversee Bandology’s presence in the community. About the Job: Liaise with
- [Workshop Coordinator](https://bandology.ca/jobs-at-bandology/workshop-coordinator/) - Bandology is a proud Canadian non-profit dedicated to supporting more music for more kids via education, collaboration and community. We are looking to hire someone in the role of Workshop Coordinator to work collaboratively with the Bandology team to oversee and deliver workshop programming. About the Job: Design and deliver workshop and instructional programming to
- [Social Media Coordinator](https://bandology.ca/jobs-at-bandology/social-media-coordinator/) - Bandology is a proud Canadian non-profit dedicated to supporting more music for more kids via education, collaboration and community. We are looking to hire someone in the role of Social Media Coordinator to work collaboratively with the Bandology team to develop and implement social media strategies to grow our exposure and engagement. About the Job:
- [Marketing Coordinator](https://bandology.ca/jobs-at-bandology/marketing-coordinator/) - Bandology is a proud Canadian non-profit dedicated to supporting more music for more kids via education, collaboration and community. We are looking to hire someone in the role of Marketing Coordinator to work collaboratively with the Bandology team to develop and implement marketing strategies to grow our exposure and engagement. About the Job: Responsible for
- [Program Administrator](https://bandology.ca/jobs-at-bandology/program-administrator/) - Bandology is a proud Canadian non-profit dedicated to supporting more music for more kids via education, collaboration and community. We are looking to hire someone in the role of Program Administrator to work collaboratively with the Bandology team to provide the business and administrative support for camp and workshop programming. About the Job: Responsible for
- [Articles](https://bandology.ca/articles/) - Article by Daisy Wang, Bandology co-op student: My Experience at Bandology Article by Tamara Djuknic, Bandology staff member: Harmonizing Ontario’s Future: The Urgent Call for Music Education Reform Article by Asha Swann, Bandology staff member: A Journalist’s Observations Through a Summer of Band Camp Article by Juliette Rivers, Bandology staff member: Social Media Improves Advocacy
- [Education Coordinator](https://bandology.ca/jobs-at-bandology/education-coordinator/) - Bandology is a proud Canadian non-profit dedicated to supporting more music for more kids via education, collaboration and community. We are looking to hire someone in the role of Education Coordinator to work collaboratively with the Bandology team to coordinate and oversee Bandology’s educational resources. About the Job: Responsible for education and curriculum development Collaborate
- [Community Outreach and Support Coordinator](https://bandology.ca/jobs-at-bandology/community-outreach-coordinator/) - Bandology is a proud Canadian non-profit dedicated to supporting more music for more kids via education, collaboration and community. We are looking to hire someone in the role of Community Outreach and Support Coordinator to work collaboratively with the Bandology team to coordinate community engagement and develop inclusive programming within Bandology. We are looking for
- [Camp and Workshop Coordinator](https://bandology.ca/jobs-at-bandology/camp-and-workshop-coordinator/) - Bandology is a proud Canadian non-profit dedicated to supporting more music for more kids via education, collaboration and community. We are looking to hire someone in the role of Camp and Workshop Coordinator to work collaboratively with the Bandology team to participate in the development of new camp and workshop programming. About the Job: Act
- [Community Programs Manager](https://bandology.ca/jobs-at-bandology/community-programs-manager/) - Bandology is a proud Canadian non-profit dedicated to supporting more music for more kids via education, collaboration and community. We are looking to hire someone in the role of Community Programs Manager to work collaboratively with the Bandology team to provide the instructional support for summer camps and participate in the development of camp and
- [Program Coordinator](https://bandology.ca/jobs-at-bandology/program-coordinator/) - Bandology is a proud Canadian non-profit dedicated to supporting more music for more kids via education, collaboration and community. We are looking to hire someone in the role of Program Coordinator to work collaboratively with the Bandology team to oversee and deliver workshop programming and administer the Instrument Lending Library. About the Job: Deliver workshop
- [Advocacy and Policy Coordinator](https://bandology.ca/jobs-at-bandology/advocacy-and-policy-coordinator/) - Bandology is a proud Canadian non-profit dedicated to supporting more music for more kids via education, collaboration and community. We are looking to hire someone in the role of Advocacy and Policy Coordinator to work collaboratively with the Bandology team to develop a strategic advocacy plan to further our mission. About the Job: Research, develop
- [Our Services](https://bandology.ca/about-us-old/our-services/) - At Bandology, our goal is simple: more music for more kids. The more kids play and perform, the more they are able to absorb the myriad of benefits – transferable skills like self-confidence, focus, collaboration, leadership, time management, organization and more; more likely to get good grades, be on the honour roll, get accepted to
- [Finance Coordinator](https://bandology.ca/jobs-at-bandology/jobs-at-bandology-2024/finance-coordinator/) - Bandology is a proud Canadian non-profit dedicated to supporting more music for more kids via education, collaboration and community. We are looking to hire someone in the role of Finance Coordinator to work collaboratively with the Bandology team to oversee and coordinate the company’s financials. About the Job: Responsible for operational business planning and program
- [Culture Days](https://bandology.ca/culture-days/) - What is Culture Days? Culture Days is a national celebration of arts and culture. At the end of each September, millions of people attend thousands of free participatory arts and culture events across the country both in-person and online. Culture Days programs invite the public to get hands-on and behind-the-scenes to highlight the importance of
- [Operations Coordinator 2023](https://bandology.ca/jobs-at-bandology/jobs-at-bandology-2023/operations-coordinator-2023/) - Bandology is a proud Canadian non-profit dedicated to supporting more music for more kids via education, collaboration and community. We are looking to hire someone in the role of Operations Coordinator to work collaboratively with the Bandology team to develop business strategies that support operational sustainability and program growth. About the Job: Responsible for operational
- [Marketing Coordinator 2023](https://bandology.ca/jobs-at-bandology/jobs-at-bandology-2023/marketing-coordinator-2023/) - Bandology is a proud Canadian non-profit dedicated to supporting more music for more kids via education, collaboration and community. We are looking to hire for the role of Marketing Coordinator to work collaboratively with the Bandology team to develop and implement marketing and social media strategies to grow our exposure and engagement as we expand
- [Event Coordinator 2023](https://bandology.ca/jobs-at-bandology/jobs-at-bandology-2023/event-coordinator-2023/) - Bandology is a proud Canadian non-profit dedicated to supporting more music for more kids via education, collaboration and community. We are looking to hire for the role of Events Coordinator to work collaboratively with the Bandology team to promote and provide music performances and educational content for both online and in-person gigs. About the Job:
- [Education Coordinator 2023](https://bandology.ca/jobs-at-bandology/jobs-at-bandology-2023/education-coordinator-2023/) - We are looking to hire for the role of Education Coordinator to provide the business and administrative support for summer camps and participate in the development of new camp and workshop programming. About the Job: Responsible for music educational programming administration and development, including camps, workshops, music parties and other initiatives Assist in developing a
- [Awesome Music Project: A Review](https://bandology.ca/articles/awesome-music-project-a-review/) - By Seth Britton, a Bandology co-op student Music is transformative. Music can heal and music affects us all. What does music have to do with mental health, you might wonder? We all know that music can create an emotional response for the person listening to it – a happy song can bring your mood up
- [Midwest Band Clinic](https://bandology.ca/about-us-old/our-services/resources/midwest-band-clinic/) - The Midwest Band Clinic, held each December in Chicago, is the largest instrumental music education conference in North America. Having attended for two years in a row, we've collected some great material on music education advocacy and music program development: Shining a Light on Urban Music Education - Nola Jones from Nashville 2017 Chamber (Music)
- [Resources](https://bandology.ca/about-us-old/our-services/resources/) - Research studies from Canada, the U.S. and the U.K. have proven what we know from anecdotal evidence - music is good for kids. Music Teacher Played His Saxophone While In Brain Surgery - NPR Musician Plays Her Violin During Brain Surgery - NPR Fine Arts Courses Help Students Excel In Math And Science - Forbes
- [Music and Advocacy](https://bandology.ca/resources/research/music-and-advocacy/) - The importance of music to adolescents (2010) Why Music Matters - Weill Music Institute Developing transferable skills through engagement with higher education laptop ensembles (2012) The Cognitive and Academic Benefits of Music to Children: Facts and fiction (2006)
- [Presentations](https://bandology.ca/presentations/) - The Long-Term Value of Music Education presented at the HDSB PIC conference, October 19, 2019 Build Your Music Program with Community Collaboration presented at the OMEA conference, November 3, 2018
- [Technology in the Music Classroom](https://bandology.ca/music-education-old/technology-in-the-music-classroom/) - By Michael Ricciardi, B.Mus B. Ed OCT, Bandology Education Co-ordinator As of August 21, 2020 Why should I incorporate technology in the music class? As seen in the image below, the use of current technology when practicing, performing, composing and/or arranging music is part of the Ontario curriculum. It is part of our job to stay
- [Educational Resources](https://bandology.ca/music-education-old/educational-resources/) - Below are some resources that Bandology has created to hopefully make teaching music a little easier. Feel free to share the resources with your colleagues and students. These lessons plans and resources were created by Michael Ricciardi, B.Mus B.Ed OCT - click here to learn more about Michael or contact him at michael@bandology.ca. Intermediate/Secondary Lesson
- [Advice for Teaching Music During a Pandemic](https://bandology.ca/music-education-old/advice-for-teaching-music-during-a-pandemic/) - By Michael Ricciardi, B.Mus B. Ed OCT, Bandology Education Co-ordinator, summer 2020 As of August 6, 2020 The year 2020 has been a whirlwind for students, parents, educators and society as a whole. Due to COVID-19, graduations have been postponed or cancelled, community music making came to a halt and everyone’s understanding of “normal” has
- [FairnessForArtsON](https://bandology.ca/fairnessforartson/) - The #FairnessForArtsON initiative is a call for action to address regulatory fairness in Ontario’s reopening plan to support the Arts and Culture sector that is currently at stake. Bandology supports the Fairness for Arts Ontario movement endorsed by wide variety of organizations and performers, including the National Ballet of Canada, the Canadian Live Music Association,
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- [Shop](https://bandology.ca/shop/) - Bandology is excited to announce a new merchandise line! If you are in the market for the perfect gift for the music lovers in your life, look no further. With apparel, accessories and drinkware, you can show off that Music Matters without having to say a word. Click here to place your order. If you
- [Operations Coordinator](https://bandology.ca/jobs-at-bandology/jobs-at-bandology-2022/operations-coordinator/) - Bandology is a proud Canadian non-profit dedicated to supporting more music for more kids via education, collaboration and community. We are looking to hire someone in the role of Operations Co-ordinator to work collaboratively with the Bandology team to develop and implement business strategies that support operational sustainability and program growth. About the Job: Responsible
- [Marketing Coordinator](https://bandology.ca/jobs-at-bandology/jobs-at-bandology-2022/marketing-coordinator/) - Bandology is a proud Canadian non-profit dedicated to supporting more music for more kids via education, collaboration and community. We are looking to hire two people to work collaboratively as our Marketing and Social Media Coordinator team to develop and implement marketing and social media strategies to grow our exposure and engagement as we expand
- [Event Coordinator](https://bandology.ca/jobs-at-bandology/jobs-at-bandology-2022/event-coordinator/) - Bandology is a proud Canadian non-profit dedicated to supporting more music for more kids via education, collaboration and community. We are looking to hire for the role of Music Event Co-ordinator to work collaboratively with the Bandology team to promote and provide music performances and educational content for both online and in-person gigs. About the
- [Education Coordinator](https://bandology.ca/jobs-at-bandology/jobs-at-bandology-2022/education-coordinator/) - Bandology is a proud Canadian non-profit dedicated to supporting more music for more kids via education, collaboration and community. We are looking to hire for the role of Education Co-ordinator to provide the business and administrative support for live and virtual summer camps and participate in the development of new camp and workshop programming. About
- [Instrument Rentals](https://bandology.ca/band-camps/band-camp-old/instrument-rentals/) - For the sixth year in a row, we are pleased to partner with Long and McQuade in Burlington to offer a special rental program and rate just for Bandology band campers. Your rental instrument can be picked up at their Burlington location any time on Saturday, July 9 and returned by end of day on
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- [Clinician Workshops](https://bandology.ca/about-us-old/our-services/clinicians-workshops/) - Looking for a clinician, conductor or sectional leader to come work with your music class or band rehearsal? We can help! Let us know what you are looking for via email to info@bandology.ca. We are always looking for more these industry professionals to join our database! Contact us at info@bandology.ca for more details.
- [Music and Performance Coordinator](https://bandology.ca/jobs-at-bandology/jobs-at-bandology-2021/music-and-performance-coordinator/) - Bandology is a proud Canadian non-profit dedicated to supporting more music for more kids via education, collaboration and community. We are looking to hire someone in the role of Music and Performance Coordinator to work collaboratively with the Bandology team to promote and provide music performances and educational content for both online and in-person gigs.
- [Heather Snowden](https://bandology.ca/band-camp-faculty/heather-snowden/) - Classically trained on flute and piano, Heather Snowden holds a Bachelor of Music in Flute Performance from Wilfrid Laurier University and a Masters of Music in Flute Performance from Northwestern University. Heather is an active freelance performer in the area and has been very fortunate to play with groups such as the Niagara Symphony, Thunder
- [Visiting Conductor - Brian Vincent](https://bandology.ca/music-education-old/visiting-conductor-brian-vincent/) - As a professional musician and music educator, Brian Vincent is available for hire as a visiting conductor for your school concert band. Music has always been a very important part of Brian’s life. He has been playing the trumpet since Grade 4. Brian studied music at Wilfrid Laurier University and the University of Toronto (Bachelor

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