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Jerome Blais is an Associate Professor in the Fountain School of Performing Arts at Dalhousie University, specializing in Composition and Canadian Studies. He holds degrees from McGill University and the Université de Montréal, including a BMus, MMus, and DMus. Blais' research interests encompass Composition, Improvisation, Performance Practices, and Canadian Music, with a particular focus on Folk Music theory. His works combine traditional composition and improvisation and have been performed by various ensembles and renowned artists, including a performance at Carnegie Hall by pianist Ang Li. Blais has been a keynote speaker at the Canadian University Music Society’s annual congress and has received numerous accolades for his contributions to music composition. His innovative show 'Mouvance', which integrates contemporary Acadian poetry, showcases his commitment to blending music with cultural narratives. He teaches various courses, including Music Theory, Introduction to Composition, and Topics in Canadian Music, fostering a new generation of musicians and composers.