KeyWinds Trio
The KeyWinds Quintet is thrilled that, on occasion, talented musicians from the Cowichan Valley, Vancouver Island, and the Okanagan join them on stage to perform works that include extra instruments or when performers from the trio are unavailable for a concert.
Kelly Coubrough (voice) holds an Honors Bachelor of Music in voice performance from Wilfried Laurier University and has experience in many genres of music including opera, new music, and musical theatre. She is an active performer and also enjoys sharing her knowledge as a teacher, choral conductor, and music director. She sang with the Vancouver Opera Company Chorus from 2005-2012 and has performed with Opera Kelowna, Opera NUOVA (Edmonton), Queen of Puddings Music Theatre (Toronto) and Tapestry New Opera Works (Toronto). She is an avid recitalist and has been a feature soloist with various choirs including Vancouver Bach Choir, the Twin Rivers Choir (Castlegar), and the Whistler Singers. In April 2021, she performed with the Okanagan Symphony Orchestra as the soprano soloist for Mozart's Exsultate Jubilate.
Peter Gillespie's (percussion) love of music began at an early age, when he was fortunate to receive both Piano and Drum lessons. His interest in drums and percussion continued through high school where he was introduced to classical, rock and jazz forms. Peter pursued this passion in University, attending the University of Alberta in Percussion Performance, studying with Brian Jones, and graduating with distinction. The University experience opened many musical doors for Peter, as it gave him an opportunity to perform numerous times with the Edmonton Symphony, join two excellent big bands, play jazz and pit orchestra gigs, and even go on tour with a recording pop band. Peter spends his time now playing with the Island Big Band, performing as a marimbist and percussionist, and as the jazz drummer in the Wayne Kozak Trio.
Norma Pannell (flute) was born and raised in the Cowichan Valley and her first music lessons were at age 7 on the accordion. When she started Junior High, Norma decided that she would like to join the school band and started playing the clarinet and oboe. After four years of breaking reeds, a friend offered to let her try her flute and 52 years later she continues to enjoy her final choice of instrument. Over the years, Norma has played in small ensembles, pit orchestras for numerous musicals, and has been a member of the Cowichan Concert Band for over 30 years. Norma was a founding member of the Cowichan Consort Orchestra.
Guest Musicians
