The team at Song of Stars is pursued & hand selected for their talent, experience & character.

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Tiffany Vlasveld is no stranger to the spotlight! Being the eldest child in a family band, her parents introduced her to a love for the stage at 6 years of age. Surfacing from a musical family of 10, her life has been full of experiences that only a life on tour can entail. With 20 years of teaching under her belt, she has lived by her creed; "A Good Teacher Makes Learning a Joy!"

Tiffany understands the love of music; that with nurturing and support the most beautiful melodies can be created. She has performed along stars such as Carrie Underwood, Gretchen Wilson, Lee Ann Womack, LeAnn Rimes, Reba McEntire, Loretta Lynn and Tanya Tucker.

Tiffany specializes in Vocal Coaching, Performance, Songwriting and Piano and is passionate about helping others discover their own unique sound.

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Zaac Pick is an award-winning songwriter, singer, performer, and touring musician with over 15 years experience in the music business. Many of his songs have appeared on TV shows like One Tree Hill, Degrassi, and Saving Hope, while he has performed alongside the likes of The Civil Wars, Bahamas, and Noah Gundersen.

He is excited to help students to learn to use the guitar as a tool to express their ideas and artistic voice in songs — working together to develop good creative habits and set goals that build confidence and skills.

Zaac teaches guitar, songwriting, performance and ukulele.

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Maddy Lofvendahl is a versatile artist, recognized for her talents as a singer/songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and recording artist. Her music blends the soulful tones of Soul/Pop with the rhythmic nuances of R&B, infused with elements of Jazz. Growing up in a musical environment, Maddy began her musical journey with guitar and piano, fostering a deep connection with music from a young age. This early passion evolved into a love for songwriting and music production, leading her to pursue formal music education at Berklee College of Music. Here, she delved into music theory, honed her skills in Jazz and Blues guitar, and expanded her knowledge in music production.

Maddy's artistic pursuits encompass a range of activities, including songwriting and session playing in both live and studio settings. Currently Maddy channels her expertise to write, produce, perform, and session play for numerous local artists. With a diverse range of experiences in Rock, R&B, Jazz, Blues, Folk, and Pop, Maddy brings a unique perspective to her music and collaborations. Beyond her musical endeavors, Maddy is deeply committed to fostering a supportive and nurturing environment for her students, reflecting her passion for music education.

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Rachel Park is a classically trained Soprano originally from Crowsnest Pass, Alberta. She holds a Bachelor of Music degree in Opera Performance from the University of British Columbia, and a diploma certificate in Voice and German from the Universität Mozarteum SommerAkademie in Salzburg, Austria. Rachel has 13 years of experience with RCM Examinations for Voice and Piano, and is a RCM Gold Medalist for voice.

Rachel has performed as a soloist and in ensembles across Western Canada and internationally. She has toured the UK with the UBC Singers, and received 3rd prize in the Cork International Choral Competition. Currently, Rachel is working simultaneously in classical music, theatre, and casual performance. Her recent credits include Johanna in Sweeney Todd (Snapshots Collecti ve), Lead Soprano in the Yellowpoint Christmas Spectacular (Razzle Dazzle), and Zerlina U/S in Don Giovanni (UBC). Rachel is also a recording artist and songwriter, and has been featured on Hip-hop, Electronic, R&B and acoustic singles.

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The story goes that Michaela was singing before she could talk. She gave her first public performance at the age of three, singing the anthem at a sold-out NBA game (see her YouTube channel for proof). From there, she was hooked and immersed herself in musical theatre, vocal lessons, piano, and dance, with big plans to become a Broadway star.

From the time Michaela was in elementary school, she was also creating her own material: she wrote songs in her sparkly journal, choreographed dance numbers for her sister, and had friends over after school to make music videos on their family iMac. As Michaela grew older, she realized that she loved being in the driver's seat of the creative process. While her love of theatre remained, music composition started becoming her focus. Finding that Royal Conservatory training didn’t meet all her needs to become a future pop star, she picked up a guitar in a Grade 10 music class. The following year, she joined an after-school songwriting club and took Music Composition 11, which changed everything. That hour each morning in class was the first dedicated space she’d had for writing and recording, and she couldn’t get enough.

Michaela went to university, started sharing her writing with audiences at open mics, and formed a band with her two roommates. Since then, Michaela has worked alongside incredible collaborators and supporters, and as of February 2020, she was signed with 604 Records. Michaela teaches voice, piano, and songwriting.

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Elias Cerpa is a multi-instrumentalist, artist and producer originally from Calgary, Alberta. Born into a very musical family Elias’s love for music began at a very young age.

Beginning with piano at the age of five he quickly fell in love with playing and performing. In the years to come Elias joined many groups and collectives to continue on his musical path, playing in church with both piano and drums, joining the city's marching bands and after starting high school playing in and gigging with multiple jazz combos around the city. In 2016 After Obtaining his RCM level 9 in classical piano Elias switched his focus from classical to jazz piano training and on to guitar, bass and vocals.

In 2019 he moved to Vancouver to further pursue a career in music, studying at Nimbus School of Recording, completing his diploma in Audio Engineering & Studio Production in 2021. Currently Elias uses his skills and knowledge in both music and engineering to produce, write, perform and session play for multiple artists in Vancouver expanding his skillset and creating new projects.

Coach Elias believes that music connects us! He is inspired to help each student on their journey to become the artist they want to be. Music has brought so much joy to his life and he is thrilled to be sharing it with the Song of Stars team!

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Tess Anderson is a singer, songwriter, performer, producer, and multi-instrumentalist. Growing up in Victoria BC, music became her biggest passion at a very young age. No stranger to the stage, Tess has taken every opportunity possible to be involved in musical ventures, including choirs, musical theatre shows, vocal jazz ensembles, a classic R&B band, acapella groups, as well as her own solo singer-songwriter projects.

In 2018 she graduated from Nimbus School of Recording and Media where she studied audio engineering, music production, artist development, and songwriting. Since then, she has thrown herself into a professional career as a recording artist and live performer, while songwriting and producing both for herself as well as other artists.

Tess is a firm believer that music lives within all of us, and that nurturing its growth is priceless across all aspects of life. She is passionate about equipping students with the necessary tools and techniques to powerfully use their own unique voices and become the artist they were truly meant to be.

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MJ Ancheta is a Singer/Songwriter and Performer based in Vancouver, Canada, emerging from an R&B/Pop/Soul background. Her artistic work consists of live shows, music production, session recording, songwriting, and guest performances. She embarked on her singing and performance journey at the young age of 3, leading to her joining a Pop Star Idol academy at 6. With intensive experience in singing competitions, national TV shows, radio gigs, and booked live shows at a young age, she polished her skills as a vocalist and live performer.

She has reached many through her performances, including appearances on The Next Star, Philippines Got Talent, Fusion Festival, and more. MJ picked up her first instrument at the age of 8 and began writing songs at 12, utilizing three instruments—piano, guitar, and ukulele—along with two digital softwares to accompany her music creation.

With a passion for music and entertainment, she pursued education at Douglas College for Music Technology, earning Distinction in music production, music management, audio engineering, and live studio setup. She collaboratively worked with fellow artists and musicians within the lower mainland. MJ is set to embark on her new music journey as MARZIA, an R&B/Pop artist through an independent record label. She is actively involved in the live music scene in Vancouver, aiming to share the love and connection of music with all.

She is determined to let that light shine through all of her students and to show that there is always excitement in loving what you do./div>

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Emma Alves is an ethereal multi-instrumentalist, producer and recording artist. From a young age, attention has been focused on crafting honey-dipped vocal tones and whimsical songwriting skills. Emma experiments with many genres. From delicate R&B to progressive screamo she believes there is inspiration to be found within all of them. Emma's experience in the studio began at just 14 years old, writing the entirety of her debut album, 'Every Dreamer,' with the help of Song of Star's founder, Tiffany Vlasveld.

Now, Emma oversees all aspects of the creative process in the studio, finding magic in unique instrumentation styles using the Omnichord, QChord, and Keytar in many of her performances. Alongside those rather unknown instruments, Emma is skilled at piano, guitar, and audio engineering. With a passion for genre-blending and creative exploration, Emma Alves is committed to providing a safe space for students to experiment and find their inner artist.

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Olivia is a passionate performer with 17 years of stage experience and nearly 7 years of sharing her love of music with others. She is thrilled to continue her journey, bringing joy and inspiration to music lovers of all ages.

Specializing in various vocal genres, Olivia's musical journey is rich and diverse. She has studied jazz and musical theatre under the guidance of internationally renowned artists and has earned numerous awards in national jazz competitions. Recently, she completed a Bachelor of Music in Opera Performance from the University of British Columbia and holds a Grade 10 RCM Voice Certification.

As a versatile vocalist and instrumentalist, Olivia has released several albums in jazz and alternative music and has performed in various musicals, operas, and operettas across Canada. Her talents extend beyond voice; she has also won several national awards as the first-chair alto saxophonist and French horn player.

From the studio to the stage, Olivia's lifelong dedication to music shines through in every performance. She is excited to continue her journey, driven by a deep passion for education and a commitment to nurturing the next generation of musicians.

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Niki Piper has been involved and growing in her craft since the age of 6. Growing up in a musical family and community has brought her plenty of growth and opportunities in the music field. From orchestral excerpts to fiddle jigs, to singing alongside Josh Groban, Niki has valued and respected each musical endeavour she has been a part of.

Niki has obtained her associates degree in music, as well as her RCM Level 10 in Violin Performance. Studying under phenomenal musicians such as Joan Blackman (assist/concertmaster of the VSO), Calvin Dyck (Golden Violin), Pat Armstrong (Vancouver Opera Orchestra), Gail Suderman (Good Noise Vancouver Gospel Choir) and Larry Nickel (Requiem for Peace), Niki has won numerous awards for musical excellence.

As a performer she has served as concert master for a season with the CSO under conductors Clyde Mitchell and Paula Dewitt, which included the solo performance of Vivaldi’s “Winter”.

Niki is licenced to practice music therapy, which brings her great understanding of the healing power of music. She has studied with Jeanie Lovetri & taken the somatic voicework ™ the Lovetri method training and is also a licensed Kindermusik instructor, enjoying teaching students at a young age.

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Kamasean Matthews is a multi-national award winning singer/songwriter and actress born and raised in the suburbs of Jakarta, Indonesia. Having started music at a very young age, she quickly rose to fame at the age of 16 after her success in Indonesian Idol. Following her accomplishment, Kamasean began to appear on a multitude of television networks, news headlines, and live performances world-wide working with renowned producers and musicians such as David Foster, Shane Filan, Anggun, and Ruben Studdard.

As an educator with 11 years of experience in the industry, Kamasean has helped children and adults alike from many different cultures explore their musical tastes and continues to bring her master classes to the forefront; equipping students with the proper and custom tools to define their own tailored legacy.

“I want my students to find out who they are in music and what they can grow to be.”

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At just 11 years old, an unintended lockout led Nancy Leticia to a friend’s piano and her first encounter with Beethoven’s "Für Elise." Falling head over heels, she begged her mother for lessons. Despite being a single parent of four and a recent immigrant from El Salvador, her mother worked tirelessly to provide her with the musical education she longed for. What began as a chance moment blossomed into a lifelong passion that Nancy now delights in sharing with her students.

Nancy earned a diploma in jazz piano from VCC and studied jazz and classical piano at Capilano University. She holds an RCM Level 10 certificate and is soon to complete her ARCT in Piano Performance. Nancy has played in various musical groups—from choirs and churches to jazz bands, trios, and a top 40’s cover band. She also composes solo and cinematic piano works, recently selling two tracks to Artlist, a leading online music library.

With over 17 years of teaching experience, Nancy Leticia is dedicated to nurturing each student’s unique learning style. She strives to make learning enjoyable, helping students explore the joy of expression and creativity through music.

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Raiaan is an R&B and pop singer/songwriter originally from Kenya, currently residing in Vancouver, Canada. Influenced by crooners such as Etta James and Louis Armstrong, and storytellers like Eloise, Maya Delilah, and Bruno Major, Raiaan blends his smooth vocals with emotional and catchy melodies for a modern sound that pays homage to his predecessors. Working alongside some amazing songwriters and musicians, Raiaan has honed his skills as a songwriter and strives to create an environment for others to freely express themselves through songwriting.

Raiaan has been in the music industry for over four years, working in the studio to produce his own music as well as that of other artists. Focusing on vocals, piano, and songwriting has been a key element of his success in his career, and he continues to grow as a musician and artist. He's excited to share all the knowledge he has gained through education and industry experience.