March 2017 – Kamloops Symphony, Czech Mates Concert

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Join Heather Walker as she performs with the Kamloops Symphony.  kamloopssymphony.com

Czech Mates

Sagebrush Theatre
Saturday, March 11, 2017     7:30 pm

olivia_martinConductor: Dina Gilbert
Guest Artist: Olivia Martin, Bassoon

This programme highlights the bassoon. Hear its unique and attractive sound in the simple melodies and enchanting rhythms of the Canadian composer Mozetich. The concert concludes with one of the most exciting symphonies in the repertoire.

Smetana – The Moldau

Mozetich – Concerto for Bassoon and String Orchestra with Marimba

Dvorak – Symphony #8

Heather Walker is a professional horn player.  When not performing music, she teaches the Alexander Technique. With the Alexander Technique you can be poised without stiffness, move gracefully with less effort, and be alert and focused with less strain. The Alexander Technique is a simple and practical method for self-improvement and self-help. Anyone can benefit. Reduce tension, strain, injuries, and back pain by re-educating your coordination. Breathing and speaking become easier, and movement becomes freer, lighter and more enjoyable. You can improve how you move, perform, look and feel.  For more information: 250-716-3464 or info@soundbeingstudio.com

February 2017 – Vancouver Island Symphony with Jeans and Classics

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The Vancouver Island Symphony will perform with guest artists Jeans N’ Classics on February 18th, 2017, at 7:30 pm in the Port Theatre, Nanaimo. vancouverislandsymphony.com

CANADA ROCKS – The Best of our Homegrown Rock & Pop

canadian-spirit-headerCanadian songwriters, vocalists and bands have had a massive worldwide impact on pop-rock music over the last 50 years. With three of their strongest performers at the helm, offering gems from the likes of Leonard Cohen and Neil Young, Jeans N’ Classics performs a proud, thrilling, rocking taste of our homeland!

Heather Walker is a professional French horn player and a core member of the Vancouver Island Symphony.  When not performing music professionally, Heather teaches the Alexander Technique to individuals who want to be free of tension, pain, bad posture, and injuries.  Explore the possibility of lightness and freedom of movement using the Alexander Technique to expand your awareness.  Use practical experiments to learn how to notice tightening, release muscle tension, re-establish better balance and move more efficiently.  Anyone can learn to recuperate from stress, prevent undue wear and tear, relieve back pain, improve posture, and use less effort in daily activities.  For more information: 250-716-3464 or info@soundbeingstudio.com

February 2017 – Music Educations Concerts in Nanaimo

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Vancouver Island Symphony Education Program and Show “My Symphony”

This year the Vancouver Island Symphony’s outreach and vis20140213_edcon-mysymphony_pstr-vert_3education is continuing an integrated music program in partnership with school districts on Vancouver Island. On February 17th 2017, grade 4 students will be attending the Symphony at the Port Theatre to hear a special music education show. In addition, the Vancouver Island Symphony will be sending a musician to perform at each school prior to students attending the new show called My Symphony. “My Symphony will be introducing the musical instruments of the orchestra in a fun way to the students,” says Patricial Plumley, VIS Grade 5 Choir Conductor. “It features some of Rick Scott’s favourite music. Rick has eight award-winning children’s albums and several nominations for Juno Awards. Composer-director Nico Rhodes is doing the arrangements, Pierre Simard will be conducting the orchestra, and the Vancouver Island Symphony Grade 5 Choir will be singing along with Rick.”

Heather Walker is a professional horn player with the Vancouver Island Symphony who will be performing in the education shows at the Port Theatre.

When not performing music, she teaches the Alexander Technique. With the Alexander Technique you can be poised without stiffness, move gracefully with less effort, and be alert and focused with less strain. The Alexander Technique is a simple and practical method for self-improvement and self-help. Anyone can benefit. Reduce tension, strain, injuries, and back pain by re-educating your coordination. Breathing and speaking become easier, and movement becomes freer, lighter and more enjoyable. You can improve how you move, perform, look and feel.  For more information: 250-716-3464 or info@soundbeingstudio.com

January 2017 – Kamloops Symphony Orchestra – Magic of Vienna

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Heather is happy to perform with the Kamloops Symphony for:

The Magic of Vienna

The Nexus at First United, Salmon Arm
Friday, January 13, 2017 7:30 pm

Sagebrush Theatre
Saturday, January 14, 2017 7:30 pm
Sunday, January 15, 2017 2:00 pm

mw4-melina_moore-1-webConductor: Bruce Dunn
Guest Artist: Melina Moore, Soprano

Combine the stunning voice and sparkling personality of Melina Moore with the brilliant music of Strauss, Lehar, and Lloyd Webber. Enjoy the resulting blend of glorious melodies and songs from Vienna to Broadway.

  • Strauss, Sr.: Moldau-Klange Walzer
  • Offenbach: The Doll Song(from Tales of Hoffmann)
  • Bernstein: Glitter and Be Gay (from Candide)
  • Dvorak: Carnival Overture
  • Lehar: Ballsirenen Waltz
  • Lloyd Webber: Think of Me/Wishing You Were Somehow Here Again (from Phantom of the Opera)
  • Berlioz: Hungarian March

When not performing music professionally, Heather Walker teaches the Alexander Technique to individuals who want to be free of tension, pain, bad posture, and injuries.  Explore the possibility of lightness and freedom of movement using the Alexander Technique to expand your awareness.  Use practical experiments to learn how to notice tightening, release muscle tension, re-establish better balance and move more efficiently.  Anyone can learn to recuperate from stress, prevent undue wear and tear, relieve back pain, improve posture, and use less effort in daily activities.  For more information: 250-716-3464 or info@soundbeingstudio.com

January 2017 – Alexander Technique at Trinity Western University

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This year I have the priviledge of teaching a number of Alexander Technique classes for Trinity Western University in Langley.  This school has a dynamic music program with an internationally recognized choral component, and all of their music majors must take the repertory and studio class.  In this class, I am the guest instructor for 3 sessions of Alexander Technique on September 21st, October 26th, 2016 and January 25th, 2017.  In the classes I will cover many ideas and activities that are available in my standard introductory workshop for musicians.  This workshop is available to music groups on request, and I am able to customize it for a specific focus or instrument.  Please contact me at 250-716-3464 or info@soundbeingstudio.com for more information.

The Alexander Technique will help musicians:

  • Move with ease, grace, and poise
  • Improve kinaesthetic awareness & posture
  • Release muscle tension and tightness
  • Be energetic and efficient yet calm
  • Re-establish better balance
  • Change your habitual patterns of reaction
  • Perform activities with awareness and freedom
  • Learn recuperation and relaxation exercises for home
  • Understand your body’s design for efficient movement

 The Alexander Technique is taught at: Juilliard School of Performing Arts in New York, The Royal College of Music in London, The Royal Conservatory of Music in Toronto and at many other music schools._who_we_are_web_1

TRINITY WESTERN UNIVERSITY
MUSIC 100 Repertory and Studio Class
A performance class for students of applied music for the purpose of gaining experience in public performance and increasing knowledge of music literature. Required of all music majors in each semester of the program.

 

December 2016 – Nutcracker with Goh Ballet, Vancouver

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Heather is happy to perform with the Vancouver Opera Orchestra in the 2016 Christmas performances of the Nutcracker Ballet.  More information here: https://www.gohnutcracker.com

A Traditional Rendition
of a Classical Masterpiece

Goh Ballet

Experience Clara’s dream come to life as she embarks on a magical journey through the Land of Snow to the Kingdom of Sweets where she is greeted by the enchanting Sugar Plum Fairy. An

unforgettable adventure awaits as her gallant Nutcracker battles the evil Mouse King and his army of mischievous mice. This heart-warming production is sure to delight audiences of all ages with more than 200 glittering costumes, dramatic sets and valuable lessons – all danced to Tchaikovsky’s memorable score performed live by members of the Vancouver Opera Orchestra.

Heather Walker is a core member of the Vancouver Opera Orchestra.  When not playing music professionally, she teaches the Alexander Technique in Nanaimo, B.C.  The Alexander Technique is an extraordinary method for learning to move with ease, efficiency and fluidity, thereby reducing pain, injury, and postural problems.  For more information: 250-716-3464 or info@soundbeingstudio.com

November 2016 – Vancouver Island Symphony Orchestra, Romantic Spirit

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Join Heather as she performs with the Vancouver Island Symphony Orchestra in Nanaimo

Vancouver Island Symphony Orchestra, Pierre Simard, Conductor

Saturday November 19th 2016, 7:30 pm, Port Theatre, Nanaimo

Guest Artist: Karl Stobbe, Violin

SIEBELIUS The Tempest, op. 109: Suite no. 2
BRUCH Violin Concerto no. 1
in G minor, op. 26
MENDELSSOHN Symphony no. 3 (“Scottish”)
in A minor, op. 56

Karl Stobbe, ViolinistLush melodies, tumultuous rhythms, drama, tenderness, triumph; all ingredients are reunited for an evening of true romantic music by three European, nineteenth-century masters. One of the most celebrated violin concertos is performed by Karl Stobbe, alongside a tuneful and uplifting symphony, and preceded by a Nordic, dark-hued Shakespearean Suite. Music for the Heart, Soul and Body!

When not performing music professionally, Heather Walker teaches the Alexander Technique to individuals who want to be free of tension, pain, bad posture, and injuries.  Explore the possibility of lightness and freedom of movement using the Alexander Technique to expand your awareness.  Use practical experiments to learn how to notice tightening, release muscle tension, re-establish better balance and move more efficiently.  Anyone can learn to recuperate from stress, prevent undue wear and tear, relieve back pain, improve posture, and use less effort in daily activities.  Heather is based in Nanaimo, B.C. and can be contacted at 250-716-3464, or heather@soundbeingstudio.com.

 

October 2016 – Vancouver Island Symphony Orchestra

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As a core member of the Vancouver Island Symphony Orchestra, Heather will be performing their Symphony Spirit concert on October 22nd in the Port Theatre in Nanaimo, B.C.

Vancouver Island Symphony, Pierre Simard Conductor

Saturday, October 22nd 2016, 7:30 pm, Port Theatre, Nanaimo B.C.

 

Guest Artist: Lorraine Min, Piano

BIRNEY Moriarty
RACHMANINOV Piano Concerto no. 2 in C minor, op. 18
DVOŘÁK Symphony no. 8 in G major, op. 88

Lorraine Min, PianistCheerful and evocative, powerful and meditative, this concert conjures up true symphonic spirit with two repertoire staples! After an orchestral opener by VIS’ own Keon Birney, Steinway artist Lorraine Min joins us for Rachmaninov’s ground-breaking concerto. The program concludes with Dvořák’s sunny, optimistic, lyrical “Eighth”.

 When not performing music professionally, Heather Walker teaches the Alexander Technique to individuals who want to be free of tension, pain, bad posture, and injuries.  Explore the possibility of lightness and freedom of movement using the Alexander Technique to expand your awareness.  Use practical experiments to learn how to notice tightening, release muscle tension, re-establish better balance and move more efficiently.  Anyone can learn to recuperate from stress, prevent undue wear and tear, relieve back pain, improve posture, and use less effort in daily activities.  For more information: 250-716-3464 or info@soundbeingstudio.com

Vancouver Symphony Orchestra – September 24-26th, 2016

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Heather is pleased to perform in the horn section of the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra for the opening concert of the 2016-2017 season.

VSO Season Opening: The Rite of Spring

  • Alexander Gavrylyuk

  • Bramwell Tovey

  • Conductor / Performers

    Bramwell Tovey conductor

    Alexander Gavrylyuk piano*
    (Cherniavsky Laureate pianist) ♦

  • Repertoire

    Jocelyn Morlock

    Oiseaux bleus et sauvages (VSO Commission)

    Tchaikovsky

    Piano Concerto No. 1 in B-flat minor*

    Stravinsky

    The Rite of Spring 

The 2016/2017 Season opens with a bang, starting with award-winning Composer-in-Residence Jocelyn Morlock’s first VSO commission. Maestro Tovey and the VSO welcome back Vancouver favourite Alexander Gavrylyuk to perform the most famous piece in the piano repertoire, and the concert wraps with the wild, exciting orchestral showpiece that is Stravinsky’s The Rite of Spring. 

When not performing music professionally, Heather Walker teaches the Alexander Technique to individuals who want to be free of tension, pain, bad posture, and injuries.  Explore the possibility of lightness and freedom of movement using the Alexander Technique to expand your awareness.  Use practical experiments to learn how to notice tightening, release muscle tension, re-establish better balance and move more efficiently.  Anyone can learn to recuperate from stress, prevent undue wear and tear, relieve back pain, improve posture, and use less effort in daily activities.  Heather is based in Nanaimo, B.C. and can be contacted at 250-716-3464, or heather@soundbeingstudio.com.

 

Vancouver Island Symphony by the Sea, Free Concert, Nanaimo, August 6th, 2016

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symphony-by-the-sea-logo-largerJoin Heather as she performs with the Vancouver Island Symphony!

Saturday, August 6, 2016 
6:00pm Maffeo Sutton Park, Nanaimo

Symphony by the Sea is a FREE outdoor summer concert performed by the Vancouver Island Symphony with guest artists, conducted and produced by concertmaster, Calvin Dyck .

4000+ people attend this concert annually. Join us on Saturday, August 6 at Maffeo Sutton Park at 6:00 pm. Rain or Shine.

 

Bring your lawn chair or blanket and a picnic basket!
Donations collected to help support this special event!  Volunteers needed. Call 250-754-0177.

For more information: vancouverislandsymphony.com

When not performing music professionally, Heather teaches Alexander Technique in Nanaimo, B.C.  Whether you are suffering from back pain, poor posture, stress-related symptoms, repetitive strain injuries, or many other problems, the Alexander Technique can help you.  You will learn to “un-do” these habits of imbalance, tension, and inefficient use of your co-ordination and energy to rediscover poise and ease within yourself.  More than a simple remedy for tension and poor posture, the Alexander Technique also changes ingrained thinking patterns and clears the way for a better quality of life.  It can be used by anyone. For more information: 250-716-3464, or email heather@soundbeingstudio.com.