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Sharon Wei is a dynamic and multifaceted artist recognized for her excellence as a performer and educator within Canada’s musical landscape. A celebrated violist, she has been a soloist with various orchestras including the Symphony Redwoods and London Symphonia, and has premiered significant works such as Richard Mascall's Ziigwan concerto. Wei is also a member of the New Orford String Quartet, which is committed to highlighting Canadian compositions. Her music career extends across extensive tours in Canada and performance at various international festivals. Wei's dedication to bridging music and science has led to collaborations with the Northern Tornadoes Project, which merges artistic expression with climate awareness. A passionate educator, she has previously taught at Yale and Stanford and has developed innovative career-building courses for musicians at Western University. In recognition of her leadership and contributions, she has received prestigious awards including the Faculty Scholar Award from Western University and various grants from the Canada Council for the Arts and the Ontario Arts Council.
Western University • London, Ontario, Canada
Teaching viola and leading various research initiatives related to music and climate awareness.
Streams include Archaeology and Bioarchaeology, and Sociocultural Anthropology.