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Our Program Directors
Post Road Orchestra
Jason Vanwynsberghe
Violinist Jason Vanwynsberghe holds a Bachelors of Violin Performance from the Brandon University School of Music, as well as a Minor in Music Composition. Since then he has enjoyed several years of teaching, performing, and composing in Southern Manitoba. Some of Jason’s current musical endeavours include: conducting and directing Post Road Strings (DKSM’s advanced string orchestra), playing electric violin with his band, The Razberry Jam, and teaching a full studio of private violin students.
Da Capo Strings and Encore Strings
Ainsley Kroeker
Ainsley Kroeker is a violin teacher, performer, and program director for the Douglas Kuhl School of Music. She holds a Bachelors of Music and Bachelors of Education from the University of Manitoba as well as her ARCT Diploma for Violin Performance from the Royal Conservatory of Music. She has over 15 years experience as a violin teacher, enjoys being involved in music leadership at her church, and loves to perform with local musicians whenever she has a chance. Ainsley lives in Winkler with her husband and three boys.
Winkler Senior Choir & Allegro Strings
Wes Hamm
Wes Hamm, RMT, BA, ECE3, has been a music educator for over forty years. He earned his BA in music education in 1976 at Eastern Mennonite College. Wes taught in the Manitoba school system for 8 years. He has directed the Winkler Senior Choir since its inception in 1998. Wes is a retired violin teacher. He enjoys spending time with his family.
Con Brio
Alyssa Hildebrand
Alyssa Hildebrand teaches voice to students across Manitoba at many different levels. While her background is in operatic performance - she enjoys working in a variety of styles with her students, including classical, folk, and musical theater. Alyssa is passionate about helping anyone who wants to learn more about their voice - and instilling confidence in their own ability to perform! https://www.alyssahildebrand.com/