The Vancouver Symphony Orchestral Institute
The VSOI is a world-class summer music program offering students, aged 14-28, a one-of-a-kind experience through three exciting, inspirational opportunities. The VSOI faculty is comprised of VSO musicians and led by Maestro Otto Tausk, Music Director of the VSO.
Meet Our Faculty
Our exceptional VSOI faculty are members of the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra as well as faculty members at the VSO School of Music and UBC School of Music.
Otto Tausk, VSO Music Director, Conducting
Jonathan Girard, Conducting
Marcus Goddard, Composition
Christie Reside, Flute
Roger Cole, Oboe
Jenny Jonquil, Clarinet
Julia Nolan, Saxophone
Julia Lockhart, Bassoon
Sophie Dansereau, Bassoon
Oliver de Clercq, French Horn
Andrew Mee, French Horn
Larry Knopp, Trumpet
Brian Wendel, Trombone
Ilan Morgenstern, Bass Trombone
Peder MacLellan, Tuba
Alyssa Katahara, Harp
Timothy Steeves, Violin
David Lakirovich, Violin
Henry Shapard, Cello
Dylan Palmer, Bass
Evan Hulbert, Bass