Percussion, Timpani
Andrew Nazer is a Timpanist and Percussionist from Winnipeg, Manitoba, who appears regularly playing with the Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra. Andrew graduated from the University of Manitoba, earning his Bachelor’s degree while studying with Jeremy Epp, Principal Timpanist of the Detroit Symphony Orchestra. Soon after, he earned his Master’s degree at Cleveland State University, studying with Tom Freer, Assistant Principal Timpanist with The Cleveland Orchestra. During his studies, Andrew received opportunities to further his orchestral career through performing with the National Academy Orchestra of Canada. He also performed with the International Orchestra Institute Attergau, studying with members of the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra. In addition to his work with the Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra, Andrew has also performed as Timpanist with the Kamloops, Regina, and Thunder Bay Symphony Orchestras. Andrew has also performed in chamber ensemble settings as a Timpanist with the Manitoba Chamber Orchestra, and a Percussionist in the Groundswell concert series.