I am an experienced performer, composer, and arranger with a versatile background in Conducting, French Horn, Jazz Piano, Vocals, and Arranging. Over the years, I've had the pleasure of performing with various symphonies, orchestras, and jazz ensembles, and leading musical productions and bands. My professional training spans prestigious institutions such as the Royal Conservatory of Toronto, University of British Columbia, and University of Calgary. I continually improve my skills through workshops and private lessons in areas like vocal jazz, opera, and jazz piano, enriching my musical expertise and performance abilities.

Grant M Freeman

I am an experienced performer, composer, and arranger with a versatile background in Conducting, French Horn, Jazz Piano, Vocals, and Arranging. Over the years, I've had the pleasure of performing with various symphonies, orchestras, and jazz ensembles, and leading musical productions and bands. My professional training spans prestigious institutions such as the Royal Conservatory of Toronto, University of British Columbia, and University of Calgary. I continually improve my skills through workshops and private lessons in areas like vocal jazz, opera, and jazz piano, enriching my musical expertise and performance abilities.

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I am an experienced performer, composer, and arranger with a versatile background in Conducting, French Horn, Jazz Piano, Vocals, and Arranging. Over the years, I’ve had the pleasure of performing with various symphonies, orchestras, and jazz ensembles, and leading musical productions and bands.

My professional training spans prestigious institutions such as the Royal Conservatory of Toronto, University of British Columbia, and University of Calgary. I continually improve my skills through workshops and private lessons in areas like vocal jazz, opera, and jazz piano, enriching my musical expertise and performance abilities.

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Work Experience

2nd Horn Player at Nanaimo Concert Band
September 1, 2021 - Present
Performed as second horn player in the ensemble.
4th Horn Player at Fraser Valley Symphony
June 30, 2017 - August 20, 2025
Performed as fourth horn player in the orchestra.
4th Horn Player at Westcoast Symphony Orchestra
December 31, 2015 - August 20, 2025
Performed as fourth horn player in the symphony orchestra.
Horn Player at Fort McMurray Community Band and Brass Quintet
December 31, 2015 - August 20, 2025
Performed as horn player in both band and brass quintet.
Principal Horn at Symphony of The Kootenays
December 31, 2013 - August 20, 2025
Served as principal horn player.
2nd Horn Player at Southern Alberta Chamber Orchestra
December 31, 1986 - August 20, 2025
Performed as second horn player.
Principal Horn at Lethbridge Symphony Orchestra
December 31, 1993 - August 20, 2025
Principal horn player for the orchestra.
Principal Horn at Southern Alberta Chamber Orchestra
December 31, 1993 - August 20, 2025
Principal horn player for the chamber orchestra.
4th Horn Player at Vancouver Opera Orchestra
December 31, 1983 - August 20, 2025
Performed as fourth horn player with the opera orchestra.
2nd Horn Player at Prince George Symphony
December 31, 1984 - August 20, 2025
Performed as second horn player.
French Horn Player at UBC Symphony Orchestra
June 30, 1980 - August 20, 2025
Horn player for the university symphony orchestra.
Pianist at Keyano College Jazz Ensemble
December 31, 2015 - August 20, 2025
Performed piano in a jazz ensemble setting.
Pianist (Pit Orchestra) at Musical 'Cabaret'
December 31, 2015 - August 20, 2025
Pianist in the pit orchestra for the musical production.
Pianist at Playmor Junction Big Band
December 31, 2014 - August 20, 2025
Pianist in a big band ensemble.
Music Director and Conductor at Rossland Light Opera
December 31, 2007 - August 20, 2025
Directed and conducted a range of musicals including Finian’s Rainbow, The Mikado, Kismet, and others between 1998 and 2007.
Founder / Conductor at Rossland Light Classical Orchestra
December 31, 2007 - August 20, 2025
Founded and conducted the orchestra performing various classical orchestral works.

Education

Grade X Piano at Royal Conservatory of Toronto
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1975
Grade 1 Rudiments (1st Class Honours) at Royal Conservatory of Toronto
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1976
Bachelor of Music at University of British Columbia
September 1, 1974 - January 1, 1979
Diploma of Fine Arts at University of Calgary
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1989

Qualifications

Grade X Piano
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1975
Grade 1 Rudiments (1st Class Honours)
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1976
Diploma of Fine Arts
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1989
Bachelor of Music
September 1, 1974 - January 1, 1979

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education