CPAF Stories Panel

Weston Jacques
CPAF Director, Alumnus

When I was in grade 5, I was gifted my grandfather’s alto saxophone. I loved it.

Emily Black
Alumna- Piano Performance

I attended CPAF recitals and workshops for much of my intermediate to advanced piano years until I went off to university.

Serena Yeung
Alumna- Bachelor of Music in Voice Performance

I recently graduated with my Bachelor of Music in Voice Performance at the University of Calgary.

Heidi Duncun
Alumna- Master of Music in Opera Performance

Heidi has participated in the Calgary Performing Arts Festival for 10 years, beginning at the age of nine.

Brianna Newman
Participant- Voice, Musical Theatre

Throughout the years, we have witnessed the growth (literally too!) of many amateur artists. Brianna is one of them who joined the festival since she was younger, and look at her now!

Sharon Wong
Parent of 3, Pianist

As a pianist and a mother of 3, Sharon has always been involved in her children’s musical journeys.

Joshua Wong
Rose Bowl Winner 2019

Joshua Wong has been playing the piano for 12 years, recently completed the first year of his undergraduate degree in piano performance at McGill’s Schulich School of Music

THEIR STORY

“My most memorable moment with CPAF was when I was performing in a recital, and my piece did not go
as expected. I got nervous and completely forgot where I was in my piece! I very

Emily Black - Alumna- Piano Performance

“My most memorable moment with CPAF was when I was performing in a recital, and my piece did not go
as expected. I got nervous and completely forgot where I was in my piece! I very

Emily Black - Alumna- Piano Performance

“My most memorable moment with CPAF was when I was performing in a recital, and my piece did not go
as expected. I got nervous and completely forgot where I was in my piece! I very

Emily Black - Alumna- Piano Performance

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Your generous support will help us nurture a strong and vibrant performing arts scene. Art gives us meaning and helps us understand our world. Art appreciation improves our quality of life and makes us feel good. We elevate our mood, improve our ability to problem solve and open our minds to new ideas.

Funds raised each year allow opportunities for aspiring young performers through reputable, international adjudication, quality programming, and experiences that build performing arts in our community. For years to come.

As well, your donation helps young performers who may not otherwise be able to participate.