Dini Westman has been a music educator for 25 years. Her vast choral experience include the Toronto Children’s Chorus, Toronto Mendelssohn Youth Choir, Tafelmusik Choir, Deer Park United Church, and Opera in Concert. Dini studied choral conducting at the University of Toronto and mentored with Jean Ashworth Bartle obtaining a BA in voice, education. She is a passionate and knowledgeable educator who has earned an impressive reputation in the musical community in Canada.
In 2017, Westman started the Stratford Youth Singers. A children’s choir of 30 members. In 2019 it expands to a junior choir (ages 6-9) and a main choir (ages 10-17) and select singers for a chamber choir.
The SYS is committed to the enrichment of children’s lives through the discipline, teamwork and unique camaraderie of fine choral singing. The unparalleled music education and life-changing opportunities to perform exceptional music in many venues help to promote the personal welfare, growth and a portfolio of life skills that prepare children to become effective citizens:
- Excellence and quality treble choir through continuous learning, improvement, and personal growth
- Providing unique musical and educational opportunities to children and youth, offering life enhancing experiences through the study and performance of the choral art
- Performing the finest repertoire and championing Canadian works and new commissions
- Performing and recording in Canada and internationally
- Creating a respectful and collaborative environment that supports the well being of children and families
- Fostering a love and appreciation of music in our local, national, and world communities
For any information on voice or choral education please contact Dini Westman at:
- website: www.stratfordyouthsingers.ca
- personal email: thewestmans@yahoo.ca
- cell phone: (519) 274-9522