Music
Performance · Competition · Royal Conservatory of Music
A lifelong love of the cello
I've been playing cello since I was 5 years old, performing in orchestral, chamber, and solo settings. Through RCM examinations, local festivals, and national competitions, I've had the privilege of growing as a musician under the guidance of dedicated teachers and alongside inspiring fellow musicians.
The cello has taught me patience, discipline, and how to communicate without words. Every performance — whether a festival class or a school concert — is an opportunity to connect with an audience and share something real.
Kiwanis Music Festival
The Kiwanis Music Festival is one of the most prestigious amateur music competitions in Canada, bringing together students across all instruments and age groups each year. I've competed over multiple years, earning recognition in various cello classes.
| Year | Class / Category | Result | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 9 | Solo Cello | 2nd Place | Vancouver Kiwanis Music Festival |
| Grade 8 | Cello — 14 & Under Concert Group | 1st Place | Vancouver Kiwanis Music Festival |
| Grade 6 | Solo Cello Concert Group | 2nd Place | Vancouver Kiwanis Music Festival |
| Grade 4 | Cello | 2nd Place | Kiwanis Music Festival |
Canadian Music Competition
The Canadian Music Competition (CMC) is one of Canada's most respected national music competitions, open to young musicians across the country. Competing at the CMC requires performing a demanding repertoire to a high standard before a national-level jury.
Canadian Music Competition — Cello
National youth cello division
Selected to perform cello at the Canadian Music Competition, one of Canada's most respected national competitions for young musicians.
RCM Certificates
The Royal Conservatory of Music (RCM) certificate program is the gold standard for music education in Canada, providing a nationally recognized progression from Preparatory through Level 10, including ARCT-level Harmony & Counterpoint.
ARCT Harmony & Counterpoint
Highest RCM theory level — completed
10
Level 10 Cello
Honours
10
Level 10 History
First Class Honours
9
Level 9 Harmony
First Class Honours with Distinction
About the RCM Program
The Royal Conservatory of Music Certificate Program is Canada's definitive standard for musical excellence, offering graded practical and theory examinations recognized nationwide.
Certificates are awarded after rigorous examinations assessing technique, musicianship, repertoire, and sight-reading before qualified adjudicators.
Vancouver Academy of Music
Allan studies and performs cello at the Vancouver Academy of Music, one of Western Canada's leading conservatories, earning recognition in its youth contests.
VAM Senior Class 3 — Cello
Vancouver Academy of Music
VAM Intermediate Youth Contest
Vancouver Academy of Music
Distinguished Senior Performer's Certificate
Vancouver Academy of Music
Scholarship Award
Vancouver Academy of Music
French Horn & Band
Beyond the cello, Allan plays French horn in school and academy ensembles, performing across concert band and orchestral repertoire, and trumpet in his school jazz band.
French Horn — St. George's Senior Band
St. George's School
French Horn — VAM Intermediate Orchestra
Vancouver Academy of Music
Trumpet — St. George's Jazz Band
St. George's School · Grade 9