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Ron Koyanagi is a Lecturer in the Department of Music at Trinity Western University (TWU), affiliated with the School of the Arts, Media + Culture. He specializes in Jazz Piano and Worship-style piano performance, with over 30 years of professional experience. His teaching focuses on private keyboard lessons at all undergraduate levels (MUSA 120/121 to MUSA 420/421).
Education: Bachelor of Education in Music (BEdMus) from the University of British Columbia (UBC). Professional experience includes performances in cruise ships, hotels, jazz combos, and big bands (e.g., Vancouver Groove Orchestra). He has also served as an accompanist for jazz vocal choirs and musicals.
Ron’s expertise extends to worship music, having led workshops in churches and performed with large-scale events like the Promise Keepers Band. His teaching philosophy emphasizes creative expression through chord charts and nurturing the next generation of musicians.
No scientific awards or grants are explicitly mentioned in the text. His professional activities include ongoing performances in local venues and collaborations with ensembles.
