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The Artistic Directors

Stephen Ralls (right) began his musical career in England, following a Master’s degree at Merton College, Oxford. He was soon involved in frequent recitals throughout England and in regular broadcasts for the BBC. His work with English Opera Group led to recital appearances with Sir Peters Pears and to Mr Ralls’ appointment to the staff of the Britten-Pears School in Aldeburgh. For a decade he was Musical Director of the University of Toronto’s Opera Division. He has accompanied many of Canada’s finest singers in concerts, broadcasts and on recordings.

Bruce Ubukata (left) has established a reputation as one of Canada’s leading vocal accompanists, for many years working with with Mary Lou Fallis in her successful one-woman shows, Primadonna, Mrs Bach and Fräulein Mozart, as well as with the Canadian Children’s Opera Chorus. His other musical activities have included engagements with Festival Ottawa and the Canadian Opera Company, as well as regular engagements in Aldeburgh, England. Bruce is also a noted organist and harpsichordist.