Nancy Dahn

Nancy Dahn is the John Lewis Paton Distinguished Professor and University Research Professor (F.R.S.C.) at Memorial University of Newfoundland's School of Music. Specializing in violin and viola, she is renowned globally as half of the acclaimed Duo Concertante with pianist Timothy Steeves. Their collaborative work focuses on classical and contemporary chamber music, with over 13 award-winning recordings. Dahn holds degrees from New England Conservatory (B.Mus), Cleveland Institute of Music (M.Mus, D.M.A), and has performed at leading venues worldwide including Carnegie Hall and Wigmore Hall.

Education:

• B.Mus, New England Conservatory
• M.Mus, Cleveland Institute of Music
• D.M.A, Cleveland Institute of Music

Research & Performance: A champion of contemporary music, Dahn has commissioned 69+ new works from Canadian composers like Murray Schafer and Kati Agócs. Her recent Ecology of Being album explores climate themes, inspiring films that won international awards. Her performances blend technical mastery with deep interpretive insight, praised as 'technical brilliance and unparalleled musicality.'

Awards:

• Gramophone 'Miracle of Knowledge and Poetry' (2017)
• 3 consecutive ECMAs (2017-2019)
• CBC Top 10 Classical Recordings (2017, 2020)

Teaching & Mentorship: As a dedicated educator, Dahn has taught at institutions across North America and Europe, shaping future generations of musicians through masterclasses. Her students hold prominent positions in orchestras like the Vancouver Symphony and Canadian Opera Company.

Creative Ventures: Co-artistic director of Tuckamore Festival, she also collaborates with filmmakers like Nicola Hawkins to create multimedia works merging music and visual art.