Woodwinds Instrument
Woodwind instruments produce sound through vibrating columns of air, shaped by keys, reeds, and breath. From the bright flute to the resonant bassoon, this family includes the flute, oboe, clarinet, and bassoon.​
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Symphonic Music Institute has an outstanding team of dedicated teachers and staff who are determined to help our students learn, grow and succeed on every string instrument. Learn more about our team members here, and contact us with questions.
Our Instructors
Carina Chan
Clarinet, Flute, Piano
Carina Chan is the OCMS Adult & Children’s Choir Conductor and Principal Clarinetist with Ontario Cross-Cultural Music Society. She is a multitalented musician who has been actively teaching and performing music for over 10 years. She holds a Bachelor of Music Education from the University of Toronto, specializing in instrumental (Clarinet) and choral music. Carina offers musical lessons, such as piano, clarinet, guitar, voice, and music theory to students of all ages and levels (under RCM, ABRSM curriculum). As a Clarinetist, she performs often with Markham Winds (Bass Clarinetist), Toronto Youth Wind Orchestra, Governor of Horse Guards Band, and University of Toronto Wind Symphony. As a Choir Conductor, she leads the OCMS Choir and Children’s Choir in seasonal concerts and annual performances, showcasing their talent and dedication to excellence.

