Kevin Yue
Trumpet
Kevin Yue (he/him) is an in-demand freelance musician based in Edmonton, Alberta. With a rich background in orchestral music, Kevin can regularly be seen in the trumpet section of the Edmonton Symphony Orchestra. He is also active as a guest musician with other ensembles in Edmonton such as GFN Production’s FILMharmonique Orchestra, Edmonton Opera, Alberta Ballet, and the Royal Canadian Artillery Band. Kevin is also an active member of the Coyote Brass Quintet.
Kevin’s studies in performance include an Advanced Certificate in Performance from the University of Toronto and a Bachelor of Music Degree in Trumpet Performance from the University of Alberta. Kevin is grateful to have had Robin Doyon and Anita McAlister as his mentors during these studies.
A sought-after educator in his own right, Kevin currently serves as a Conservatory Instructor at the Winspear Centre and a Teaching Artist with the ESO’s YONA program. In addition to his private studio, he has also served as trumpet faculty of MusiCamp Alberta and the ESO’s Rusty' Musicians summer camp. Kevin is a fierce advocate for accessible music education and focuses his practice on presenting music in a fun and approachable way. As a children’s educator and entertainer, Kevin has appeared as “JC433” in the ESO’s education concert “A Robot’s Guide to the Orchestra”, the Winspear Centre’s Musical Mornings and co-created the Music of the Spheres, an educational musical experience at Edmonton’s KidsFringe.
Teaching Quote/Philosophy:
My goal as a teacher is to empower students to use the unique strengths and skills they already possess to achieve their goals. The skills you develop on your instrument will take you far wherever you go!
Lesson Description:
Kevin is comfortable teaching any level of musician and has experience working with a wide range of skill levels and ages, from university music students to retired hobbyists and five-year-old beginners. Concepts such as rhythm, pitch, sound production, range, flexibility, articulation, and musicianship will be covered to suit the specific goals of each student. Lessons are available in both 45-minute and hour-long sessions, typically weekly or bi-weekly. One-off lessons are also available. Lessons can take place at the Winspear Centre, Kevin's home studio, or online.
Education and Certification:
Bachelor of Music with Distinction, University of Alberta (2020)
Bachelor of Education in Secondary Education with Distinction, University of Alberta (2024)
Advanced Certificate in Performance, University of Toronto (2021)
Professional Associations and Memberships:
Edmonton Symphony Orchestra, Trumpet
YONA-Sistema, Brass Teaching Artist
Edmonton Public Schools, Teacher (Music Specialist)
