About
David Sussman is a distinguished oboist and educator with a career spanning over four decades. He has served as Assistant Principal Oboe and English Horn in the Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra (CPO) since 1981, renowned for his expressive performances on oboe family instruments. As a chamber musician, he has collaborated with groups like the Mount Royal Wind Quintet, Rosa Selvatica, Aubade, and Land's End, and has commissioned new works for oboe.
Education:
- B.Sc.
- M.Mus.
His educational contributions include teaching oboe and coaching chamber music at institutions such as the University of Calgary, University of Lethbridge, and Mount Royal University Conservatory. He also created and taught the adult education course 'Symphony Anyone?' for the Calgary Board of Education, blending music theory with public engagement.
David’s career integrates performance, pedagogy, and community outreach, with regular appearances on CBC Radio Two and features in CPO's Prelude magazine. While no specific awards are mentioned in the provided text, his enduring role as a soloist and educator underscores significant recognition in music performance and education.
