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What Clients Say
"Don is a phenomenal musician and a patient teacher. He helped me improvise on the violin, something I never thought I could do. Highly recommended!"
- Sarah L., Student"The final mix for our album was incredible. Don has a fantastic ear and brought our songs to life with professional polish and creativity. We'll be back for our next project."
- One Way To Eternity, Band"I needed a string arrangement for a pop song on a tight deadline. Don delivered a beautiful and moving piece that exceeded all my expectations. A true professional."
- Laura-Lee, Singer
About Me
With decades of professional experience, I am a versatile and passionate musician dedicated to the art of sound. My journey began at birth, learning classical piano from my mother before I could walk and talk, followed by classical violin at the age of five, electric bass from age 13, and has since expanded to encompass a wide array of instruments, genres, and technical skills.
I hold the title of Associate of the Royal Conservatory of Music from the University of Toronto, where I also earned three scholarships and silver medals for highest exam results in the province. I studied undergrad in Vancouver at UBC school of music on scholarship. My qualifications include extensive experience with REAPER DAW, Cakewalk Sonar, Logic Pro X, Cubase, and Protools, decades of sight reading and playing by ear, and a deep understanding of music theory, composition, and acoustics.
Aside from music, I'm a career senior software engineer/team lead with special training and experience in machine learning and training ML models.
Whether I'm performing on stage, producing in the studio, or repairing a cherished instrument, I bring a meticulous attention to detail and a profound love for music to every project.
Frequently Asked Questions
What music genres do you specialize in?
I have extensive experience across many genres, including classical, jazz, rock, pop, folk, electronic, and world music. I'm comfortable learning and adapting to any style required for a project.
Do you offer remote services?
Absolutely! All my services, including lessons, production, mixing, analysis, and composition, can be provided remotely through online platforms. Instrument repair is the only service that requires in-person work.
What is your pricing structure?
My rates vary depending on the service. Lessons and analysis are typically charged per hour, while performance, production and composition are project-based. You can add services to the cart to see standard pricing, or contact me for a custom quote on larger projects.
What's your availability like?
Please check the interactive calendar on the Booking page for my current availability. You can book a time slot directly from there.