Our Instructors
Get acquainted with our exceptional team of instructors and discover their unique qualities and talents.
Adam LeBlanc
Violin and Fiddle
Adam is founder of Ekko and originates from New Brunswick. Experienced in various fiddle styles and classical violin.
Anahita Rokni
Piano, Guitar, Bass, and Ukulele
Anahita is a classically trained pianist, guitarist, and singer-songwriter from Sweden whose international experience and love for musical storytelling inform her inclusive, creative teaching approach with students of all ages.
Anna Nykonova
Piano and Voice
Anna is a Ukrainian-born vocalist, pianist, and composer with a Master’s in Music Arts, whose dynamic performance career and deep cultural heritage enrich her improvisation-based, student-focused approach to music education.
Chuck Homewood
Musical Theatre
Chuck is an accomplished music director, educator, and collaborative pianist with over 75 productions to his name—including international Broadway tours—whose career spans major institutions like Neptune Theatre, the Banff Centre, and teaching engagements as far as China.
Connor Cornick
Cello
Connor Cornick is a professional cellist and dedicated educator from Halifax, Nova Scotia, whose rich performance background and 10+ years of teaching experience reflect his belief in music as a powerful tool for personal and creative growth.
Julie Martell
Musical Theatre
Julie is a Cape Breton–born performer and educator with an illustrious stage career spanning Broadway, the Shaw Festival, and Mirvish Productions, now sharing her decades of experience through Ekko’s Music Theatre program in Nova Scotia.
Luc Way
Guitar, Ukulele, Bass and Piano
Luc is a versatile guitarist, vocalist, and multi-instrumentalist with nearly two decades of experience performing locally and internationally, now blending his passion for music and holistic learning as an enthusiastic instructor at Ekko.
Lucas Wright
Piano
Lucas is a dedicated musician and educator whose passion for music—from early piano and cello training to orchestral experience—inspires his personalized, student-centered teaching approach.
Lydia MacDonald
Violin and Piano
Lydia MacDonald is a violinist and pianist currently studying at Dalhousie University, whose orchestral and chamber music experience—alongside her leadership in the Nova Scotia Youth Orchestra—reflects both her deep musical roots and passion for artistic expression.
Nic Redmon
Drums, Percussion, Guitar, and Ukulele
Nicholas Redmond is a Halifax-based percussionist, multi-instrumentalist, and educator whose dynamic teaching blends formal training, genre-spanning experience, and a deep passion for expression, practice, and artistic curiosity.
Reagan Mae Kuzyk
Voice and Piano
Reagan is a versatile piano and voice instructor, songwriter, and choir director who brings classical training, diverse vocal expertise, and a deeply inclusive, mindful teaching style to her students of all ages and abilities.
Roger Stone
Guitar, Ukulele, Banjo, Mandolin, Accordion
Roger Stone Roger Stone is a Cape Breton–born multi-instrumentalist and seasoned educator with nearly 30 years of experience, known for his work with beloved Nova Scotian band McGinty, his folk-rooted solo career, and his inspiring virtual instruction in banjo, guitar, mandolin, bass, percussion, and voice. He’s currently based in PEI and offering engaging virtual lessons to students of all ages.
Want to Join Our Team?
Are you a passionate and creative instructor looking to inspire others through the performing arts? Ekko Performing Arts Society is seeking talented educators to join our growing team!
We’re looking for instructors in music, theatre, and dance who are dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment. Whether you specialize in teaching beginners, advanced students, or community-based workshops, we’d love to hear from you!