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Appearances
OMEA Conference - Harmony 2025
I will be returning to the OMEA conference this year presenting a clinic on the band grading system and making suggestions of what to look for when selecting the right ensemble music to use with your students.
Orchard Band Day
Really excited to spend the day working with the students from Alexander's PS and John William Boich PS in Burlington as they perform a number of my pieces as a massed band.
Summer Harmony Festival
Another exciting day as I travel to the York Region to work with students from a number of schools, hosted by Fred Varley Public School.
Summer Music Camp in Port Elgin
This summer (2025), Ryan will be attending the Summer Music Camp held in Port Elgin, Ontario as the director of the intermediate band. For more information, visit the camp's website: Summer Music.
Music Education
Composing Concepts for Beginners
Worksheets are available for download as needed.