Risa Tonita is a vibrant performer who communicates generously with her audiences from the stage. A very versatile musician, Risa performs as a solo and collaborative pianist, a singer, and a vocal coach. Some highlights include formerly being Co-Executive Director, pianist, and singer in the new Tabula Rasa Concert Series in Ottawa, ON, studio pianist and vocal coach for the students of Laurence Ewashko at the University of Ottawa, rehearsal pianist for the Best of Broadway POPS concert at the National Arts Centre in 2018, and a former member of the Amico Piano Quartet (APQ). Since moving to Vancouver in September 2019, Risa has begun to establish herself as a pianist in the city working with a number of singers and instrumentalists at the University of British Columbia as well as other collaborative work off-campus.

With host Dr. Daniel Mehdizadeh https://www.danielmehdizadeh.com/

Mark Wilkinson is a force for good.
This tall, fully bilingual Canadian is a gentle giant on a mission to spread kindness everywhere he goes. Infusing his operatically trained voice with humour, joy, and a quick wit, Mark teaches people how to enjoy life and treat themselves and others better.
Mark maintains a varied career as a baritone soloist and actor, sought-after teacher, voice-over artist, personal trainer, volunteer, and community builder. No matter where he goes, his common mission is to use the human voice for good.
The recipient of numerous awards and fellowships, he has presented workshops across North America to individuals and groups of all ages. Usually found smiling or laughing, he continues his work both personally and professionally based on a simple motto:
"In a world where you can be anything, be kind."

Guest speaker Dr. Mark Wilkinson: https://www.mwilkinson.ca/

Host Dr. Daniel Mehdizadeh: https://www.danielmehdizadeh.com/