Bruce Cable

BRUCE CABLE
Bruce studied composition at MacEwan University before earning his education degree from the University of Alberta. After eight years as the Musical Director for St. Albert Children’s Theatre, he embarked on his dream job, teaching choir, musical theatre, and vocal jazz to Grades 7-12 students at Victoria School of the Arts in Edmonton. He dedicated an impressive 25 years to this role, during which he served as the musical director for 23 musicals. In recognition of his significant contributions to education, he was honored with a Prime Minister’s Excellence in Teaching Award in 2017.

Bruce holds a Master’s degree in Choral Conducting from the University of Miami, where he studied under Dr. Jo-Michael Scheibe. His extensive musical background includes singing with Pro Coro Canada, singing in the acappella group VOCE, directing the MacEwan University jazz choir, serving as the assistant conductor for the youth choir Korora, and acting as a Musical Director for the Citadel Theatre’s A Christmas Carol.

Known for his emphasis on storytelling and bringing the music to life, Bruce is a sought-after choral clinician and educational session presenter. This year, Bruce will adjudicate at several prestigious events, including the Ontario Vocal Festival, Whistler’s Cantando Festival, Edmonton’s Cantando Festival, and the Moose Jaw Band and Choral Festival. Additionally, he presented music education sessions at the Saskatchewan Music Conference in Regina.
Bruce first attended Naramata as a young singer, and is thrilled to be returning to Naramata for the third time as a music director, working with the adult choir for the first time.