Amy and Domenic Piaon and Percussion

Jazz Duo

 
      Bio: Amy Wark
 

AmyAmy began her formal music training in piano at the age of 5, studying with Mary Inkster and Ilse Kraus. From an early age, Amy was involved in both vocal and instrumental music, and she started teaching the piano in her early teens. Amy has earned degrees and diplomas from the University of Windsor, University of Toronto, and Humber College. She is also a successful recording artist in a variety of styles of music, on both keyboards and drums/percussion and Amy performs regularly in musicals and many other free lance jobs. She is principal percussionist and pianist of the Guelph Symphony Orchestra in addition to performing with many other orchestras across Ontario. Amy has been featured soloist with numerous ensembles and symphonies, with highlights including; Rhapsody in Blue, the Warsaw Concerto, Mozart’s Piano Concerto No.21 and Beethoven’s Choral Fantasy with the Grand River Chorus. As keyboardist for “Euphoric Flight”, Amy performs in the successful Rockin’ with the GSO shows.

In addition to performing, Amy teaches music and provides music therapy at the world renowned W. Ross Macdonald School for the Blind in Brantford. She is also the music director/organist at St. John’s on the Hill United Church in Cambridge. Amy is a member in good standing of the American Federation of Musicians.

  Bio: Domenic DiNino
 

DomenicAt age 7 Domenic began his music education studying drums at The Ontario Conservatory of Music in Guelph. This led to further private instruction with both Nick Macerollo and Paul DeLong. Domenic has also studied percussion and drum kit at the Ontario College of Percussion with Robin Boers as well as at Humber College with Roger Flock, Don Vickery and Memo Acvedo. Domenic has extensive performing experience in a variety of styles with a focus on blues and jazz. He has also played in musicals and has made guest appearances on TV spots, radio and webcasts. In addition, Domenic has recorded for numerous artists across Ontario, including Eddie Douglas who was nominated for a Juno award in 2007. Currently Domenic is the drummer for Miss Angel and the Homewreckers. Domenic also recently performed as the drummer for "Euphoric Flight" in the succesful Rockin' with the GSO shows.

Domenic has been able to use his impressive musical knowledge in the teaching studio as a private instructor, as well as in group settings and workshops. Domenic is also a member in good standing of the American Federation of Musicians.

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