Duncan • Westholme • Cedar-by-the-Sea • Yellow Point • Nanaimo
Nanoose Bay • Parksville • Qualicum Beach • Comox Valley

Heather Walker is a professional horn player and a core member of the Vancouver Island Symphony. Prepare to ignite your summer with the Vancouver Island Symphony’s Summer Sizzle Festival! We’re thrilled to welcome you back to a world where breathtaking music meets the stunning beauty of Vancouver Island!

This summer, we’re thrilled to elevate your concert experience with our beloved Pop Up Concerts at your favourite island spots, plus exciting new venues with more to discover. Indulge in exquisite wines, tea and dinner that perfectly complement our performances. For the best value grab a series ticket for all three concerts. Join the musicians of the Vancouver Island Symphony for a summer filled with remarkable melodies and cherished memories.

01) Comox Valley Wine Series-Tue Jul 21, 2026, 1:00pm
02) Courtenay Beach House Series-Tue Jul 21, 2026, 7:00pm
03) Qualicum Beach Series-Wed Jul 22, 2026, 2:00pm
04) Nanoose Sunset Series-Wed Jul 22, 2026, 7:00pm
05) Westholme Tea Series-Thu Jul 23, 2026, 2:00pm
06) Cowichan Valley Wine Series-Thu Jul 23, 2026, 6:30pm
07) * Departure Bay Series *-Fri Jul 24, 2026, 3:00pm (pay what you can)
08) Yellow Point Series-Fri Jul 24, 2026, 7:00pm
09) Parksville Series-Sat Jul 25, 2026, 11:00am
10) Cedar-by-the-Sea Series-Sat Jul 25, 2026, 7:00pm

When not performing music professionally, Heather teaches the Alexander Technique, a unique tool for improving posture and changing movement habits. For more information about private sessions, workshops, and group classes, please contact Heather through this website.