Daniel has been involved in the Arts his entire life as a Musician, Educator, Filmmaker and Administrator. As a violinist, Daniel has performed in most of the major Concert halls of the world, such as Carnegie Hall (New York), Royal Albert Hall ( London), Musikverein(Vienna), Berlin Philharmonic Grand Hall( Berlin), and Queen Elizabeth Hall (London). Solo performances have taken him to Spain, Canada, the USA, France and India. He has made broadcasts for BBC radio, Canada and Russian radio and TV. He has directed various ensembles from the violin, performing a wide range of concertos. In addition to recording albums with Stevie Wonder, Eric Clapton, Diana Kroll and Michael Bublé, Daniel has worked on hundreds of soundtracks, including films such as Lord of the Rings, Black Panther, Dunkirk and Guardians of the Galaxy.
Daniel has been involved in the Arts his entire life as a Musician, Educator, Filmmaker and Administrator. As a violinist, Daniel has performed in most of the major Concert halls of the world, such as Carnegie Hall (New York), Royal Albert Hall ( London), Musikverein(Vienna), Berlin Philharmonic Grand Hall( Berlin), and Queen Elizabeth Hall (London). Solo performances have taken him to Spain, Canada, the USA, France and India. He has made broadcasts for BBC radio, Canada and Russian radio and TV. He has directed various ensembles from the violin, performing a wide range of concertos. In addition to recording albums with Stevie Wonder, Eric Clapton, Diana Kroll and Michael Bublé, Daniel has worked on hundreds of soundtracks, including films such as Lord of the Rings, Black Panther, Dunkirk and Guardians of the Galaxy.
In addition to his impressive educational and filmmaking accomplishments, Daniel has been on the board of various arts organizations throughout the UK and Canada. He was co-founder and artistic director of the Southdowns Summer Music International Festival in Sussex, UK. Daniel was also the Festival Director of Prisma Music Festival, in BC, Canada. We are thrilled to have Daniel on our team at Arts Revelstoke as our new Artistic and Executive Director.
With a rural upbringing in community theatre and an ongoing passion for songwriting and performance, Maggie understands the necessity of music, art and culture to a thriving community.
With a rural upbringing in community theatre and an ongoing passion for songwriting and performance, Maggie understands the necessity of music, art and culture to a thriving community. With an Honours Bachelor of Arts from the University of Guelph and years of experience as a booking agent and marketing manager for independent Canadian artists, Maggie is excited to bring her experience and passion for performance to the Arts Revelstoke team.
Born and raised in Saskatoon, Kenley Knock graduated from the University of Calgary with her Bachelor of Arts in Dance and a specialization in Ballet through the School of Alberta Ballet.
Born and raised in Saskatoon, Kenley Knock graduated from the University of Calgary with her Bachelor of Arts in Dance and a specialization in Ballet through the School of Alberta Ballet. May 2010 she was awarded her Associate’s certificate from the Cecchetti Society of Canada and her Associate Diploma in December 2013; studying pedagogy under many teachers. Teaching in Calgary, Saskatoon and B.C. has given Kenley experience working with children of all levels, instilling confidence and passion in each and every one of her students.
In 2014 Kenley received both her 200hr Yoga Teaching Certificate and her Children’s Yoga Teaching Certificate and loves to use yoga to balance the body and keep dancers healthy. She has travelled the world performing and doing what she loves. Through her teaching, Kenley hopes to encourage everyone to achieve their goals and to always pursue their dreams.
Kenley Knock moved to Revelstoke 5 years ago and is a new business owner with THE STUDIO Dance & Wellness. Partnered with Jacqui Gardiner these women are beyond thrilled to bring a local dance studio to their home and hope to bring more arts to community. Kenley is so very excited to be a part of the Arts Revelstoke team as the Community Dance Connector and promises to share her passion with the community as a whole; making efforts to reach as many people as possible through dance.
Lisa has lived in Revelstoke for nearly 30 years, raising a family, working in Indigenous Education in the local school district for 9 years, and connecting strongly with the land around us.
Lisa has lived in Revelstoke for nearly 30 years, raising a family, working in Indigenous Education in the local school district for 9 years, and connecting strongly with the land around us. As a Métis woman she sees herself where the Métis have always been – a bridge between peoples. Her passion is to educate herself through developing relationships with local First Nations, with Elders and Knowledge Keepers, classes and time on the land. She hopes to use this education to promote reconciliation between Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples.
Sage grew up in Revelstoke and has decided to make it home again since finishing her degree in Management and Accounting.
Sage grew up in Revelstoke and has decided to make it home again since finishing her degree in Management and Accounting. Upon her return she started her own bookkeeping business with the intention of supporting local businesses. In her free time, you’ll see her on the trails running, mountain biking, or dirt biking with her dog, Osa.
Sarah grew up in a music-loving household.
Sarah grew up in a music-loving household. She continues to share her passion for the music community by volunteering her time to Arts Revelstoke and by organizing her own grass-roots festival- Blue Heron Night of Music-here in Revelstoke. She is an asset to Arts Revelstoke both as our new chair, and as a dedicated volunteer.
As a founding Vice President of the Vernon & District Performing Arts Centre Society and a singer with Folk Roots and Dinner Theatre experience, Kathy brings both performance and operational experience to her role of Director with Arts Revelstoke. She recently retired to Revelstoke from the Okanagan and is enjoying living close to her family, watching her grandchildren grow, gardening and exploring for turtles!
As a founding Vice President of the Vernon & District Performing Arts Centre Society and a singer with Folk Roots and Dinner Theatre experience, Kathy brings both performance and operational experience to her role with Arts Revelstoke. She recently retired to Revelstoke from the Okanagan and is enjoying living close to her family, watching her grandchildren grow, gardening and exploring for turtles!
Caroline brings almost two decades of financial expertise to the Art Revelstoke Board. She is a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) who specializes in forensic accounting and fraud investigations. In addition to her love of the arts, Caroline is passionate about creating fraud awareness, helping people mitigate risk and protect themselves from fraud. She has experience working in numerous industries including public sector, police services, healthcare, construction, and not-for-profits. In her spare time, you can find Caroline running, mountain biking or learning to ski with her kids at Revelstoke Mountain Resort.
Caroline brings almost two decades of financial expertise to the Art Revelstoke Board. She is a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) who specializes in forensic accounting and fraud investigations. In addition to her love of the arts, Caroline is passionate about creating fraud awareness, helping people mitigate risk and protect themselves from fraud. She has experience working in numerous industries including public sector, police services, healthcare, construction, and not-for-profits. In her spare time, you can find Caroline running, mountain biking or learning to ski with her kids at Revelstoke Mountain Resort.
Originally from Ontario, Melissa has attended the University of Guelph, Dalhousie University and the University of Maastricht. She moved to Revelstoke from Banff in 2008. For the past 10 years she has been a practising lawyer in and around Revelstoke and has sat on various subcommittees for the City of Revelstoke. Melissa is a long-time lover of the arts in all forms and wants to contribute to Revelstoke’s thriving art scene.
Originally from Ontario, Melissa has attended the University of Guelph, Dalhousie University and the University of Maastricht. She moved to Revelstoke from Banff in 2008. For the past 10 years she has been a practising lawyer in and around Revelstoke and has sat on various subcommittees for the City of Revelstoke. Melissa is a long-time lover of the arts in all forms and wants to contribute to Revelstoke’s thriving art scene.
Carolyn and her family moved from Toronto to Revelstoke in 2013 to be closer to the mountains and all that they offer.
Carolyn and her family moved from Toronto to Revelstoke in 2013 to be closer to the mountains and all that they offer. A self described “jobler”, Carolyn has pieced together an entrepreneurial life that focuses on supporting small business development and resilience. In between skiing and hiking, she currently is a professor in the Business Department of Okanagan College, advises on the Queens MBA program and is Coach for StartUp Revelstoke. Although her career in music and dramatic arts from her grade school days never amounted to anything, Carolyn continues to love theater, music and art, and the creative minds behind these necessary elements in our lives . She hopes her work with Arts Revelstoke can help to continue the vibrant and thriving art community in Revelstoke.
Josee Zimanyi has been a Revelstoke resident since 1990. She has a passion for artistry, innovation, adventure, outdoor activities and music. Josee co-founded the Modern Bakeshop and Café and spent 14 years leading the business, overseeing finances, kitchen operations and menu development. She also has 15 years experience cooking for ski lodges, tree planting camps, private groups, and the Canadian cross-country team at two Olympics. Josee created edible art installations including Michelangelo’s David and a Chocolate Gingerbread Zoetrope at LUNA Fest in 2017 and 2019.
Josee Zimanyi has been a Revelstoke resident since 1990. She has a passion for artistry, innovation, adventure, outdoor activities and music. Josee co-founded the Modern Bakeshop and Café and spent 14 years leading the business, overseeing finances, kitchen operations and menu development. She also has 15 years experience cooking for ski lodges, tree planting camps, private groups, and the Canadian cross-country team at two Olympics. Josee created edible art installations including Michelangelo’s David and a Chocolate Gingerbread Zoetrope at LUNA Fest in 2017 and 2019.
Laura is a writer, historian and environmentalist who was born and raised in Revelstoke. Her deep connection with this land and these rivers and her work in social justice inspired her most recent book, Swift River: Stories of the First People and First Travellers on the Columbia River around Revelstoke.
Laura is a writer, historian and environmentalist who was born and raised in Revelstoke. Her deep connection with this land and these rivers and her work in social justice inspired her most recent book, Swift River: Stories of the First People and First Travellers on the Columbia River around Revelstoke.
Ben is one of Arts Revelstoke's most valuable volunteers. With his infectious energy and passion for the arts in Revelstoke, Ben is an asset to our Board of Directors team. His volunteer work doesn't stop with the arts as he dedicates time to other local non-profit organizations including the Local Food Initiative, Revelstoke Mountain Resort Ski Patrol, The Alpine Club of Canada and the Revelstoke Climbers Access Society. Ben is an accomplished software developer and brings his experience to the board now at Arts Revelstoke.
Ben is one of Arts Revelstoke's most valuable volunteers. With his infectious energy and passion for the arts in Revelstoke, Ben is an asset to our Board of Directors team. His volunteer work doesn't stop with the arts as he dedicates time to other local non-profit organizations including the Local Food Initiative, Revelstoke Mountain Resort Ski Patrol, The Alpine Club of Canada and the Revelstoke Climbers Access Society. Ben is an accomplished software developer and brings his experience to the board now at Arts Revelstoke.
Kyra moved to Revelstoke in 2021 with a strong desire to immerse herself within the vibrant community.
Kyra moved to Revelstoke in 2021 with a strong desire to immerse herself within the vibrant community. She brings with her an educational background in commerce and a major in marketing, to Tourism Revelstoke as their Marketing Coordinator. She joins our board as an arts enthusiast and brings her experience with Early Music Alberta & Alberta Arts on the Ave.
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