Teaching Artists - Bakerview Music Academy

Allan Jr. Perpose, Musicianship Teaching Artist

Allan’s love for music began in his elementary school band room where he started snare drum. Today he plays drum-kit and marimba as his primary instruments, along with a variety of percussion instruments. He has played in concert and jazz bands and enjoys many genres from funk to jazz. Allan is a UBC Bachelor of Music graduate. He started post-secondary music studies at Kwantlen Polytechnic University, studying under both Daniel Tones and Aaron Graham, and then transferred to the University of British Columbia where he studied under Vern Griffiths.

Chris Savage, Violin/Viola Teaching Artist

Chris has been playing violin for more than a decade, during which time he studied with Dr. Calvin Dyck for six years. After playing with the Abbotsford Youth Orchestra from 2012-2016, Chris studied Violin Performance at Kwantlen Polytechnic University from 2016-2017. Chris has taught at multiple music schools in BC and in Ontario, and was previously an Assistant Teaching Artist at BMA during the 2016 season. Besides teaching, Chris loves to perform, putting on successful concerts throughout the year, as well as performing for weddings, banquets, and other events in the Fraser Valley. His hobbies include studying other instruments such as guitar and piano, wearing colourful suits, and adding to his large collection of dress shoes.

Jennifer Schaubel, Musicianship Teaching Artist

Jennifer brings a versatile mix of passions and talents to the Bakerview Music Academy. Her training began at the age of five at the Vancouver Academy of Music, where she studied piano, violin, and Kodály well into her teens. Most of her life has been dedicated to advocating for and working with children and at-risk youth. When the creative spirit that exists in every child is nurtured and inspired, the seeds of endless possibilities become rich for development. It is these very seeds that Jennifer is dedicated to planting with the students at BMA.

ASSISTANT TEACHERS

Tearyn Heaven, Assistant Teaching Artist – Strings

Tearyn has been studying music theory and piano for nine years with Music Language Studios in Mission, the double bass for the past five years with Michael Vaughan in Coquitlam, and is currently a senior member of the Abbotsford Youth Orchestra directed by Dr. Calvin Dyck. He thoroughly enjoys listening to, performing, and making music, especially when he can share and play it with others. Tearyn likes to spend time outside, go on hikes, and take flying lessons. He also enjoys being with his family, friends, and three cats. Tearyn is excited to join the BMA team this year.

Tobias Kettner, Assistant Teaching Artist – Piano Accompanist

Tobias began taking piano lessons in Ontario when he was four years old. When
he and his family moved to Abbotsford, British Columbia, he continued his music studies with
Jean Ritter. He is currently working towards taking his grade 10 Royal Conservatory of Music
exam in piano. Tobias enjoys playing piano at his church and also at local retirement homes.
In his free time, Tobias likes to play tennis, read, and play board games. He also enjoys
listening to orchestral music and going for hikes.

VOLUNTEERS

Elan Chow, Assistant Teaching Artist – Violin/Viola

Elan Chow is a violinist from Abbotsford, BC. He is currently in Grade 12-French Immersion at W.J. Mouat Secondary School. Elan has studied violin with Carla Birston at the VSO School of Music since he was four years old. Elan is actively involved in music; he plays both violin and viola in chamber music and orchestra. Outside of music, Elan enjoys drinking bubble tea, hiking, and baking.