The Sault Symphony Orchestra is a leading provider of classical music in Sault Ste. Marie. We are a community-based orchestra dedicated to performing works from some of the greatest composers from the Baroque, Classical, Romantic and 20th century periods.We are committed to creating musical experiences which engage, inspire and educate our community. Our goal is to make classical music accessible to everyone, regardless of age, experience or background. Come join us for a performance and enjoy the beauty of classical music.
Artistic Director: Stephen Mallinger
For over thirty years, Stephen Mallinger has been active in the musical life of Sault Ste. Marie. Most recently, he has been appointed Artistic Director of the Sault Symphony Orchestra. He is Organist and Choirmaster of St. Luke’s Cathedral, Music Director of the Algoma Festival Choir, piano instructor at Algoma Conservatory of Music and Algoma University. Recordings made on the Beckerath organs of St. Luke’s Cathedral, available on Apple Music, YouTube and Spotify, include Bach on Beckerath, Buxtehude on Beckerath, and Christmas on Beckerath. Educated at St. Michaels’ Choir School and the University of Western Ontario, he sang in the Choir of Lincoln Cathedral before relocating to Sault Ste. Marie. Married to violinist Anya Mallinger, they have five daughters and five grandchildren.
Concertmaster: Anya Mallinger
As the daughter of pianist, William Aide, Anyaʼs childhood was filled with glorious music. Listening to many rehearsals with artists such as Otto Armin, Elizabeth Soderstrom and Peter Zazofsky , it was only natural to develop a passion for classical music. Early studies with Nancy Mathis led Anya to realize that her passion and her talent would lead to a career. Anya completed a BA in Performance from the University of Toronto and an MA in Performance from the University of Western Ontario, both under the tutelage of renowned violin pedagogue Lorand Fenyves. Further studies included participation in the Banff Centre for Fine Arts, Fall and Winter Residency programme where she was able to work with many outstanding artists, including James Campbell, Thomas Brandis and Menachim Pressler.
Anya was a member of Orchestra London, Canada early in her career. After a year in Lincoln, England, she moved to Sault Ste. Marie with her husband and family. She has been teaching there at the Algoma Conservatory of Music, and is concertmaster of the Sault Symphony. She regularly plays with her husband, pianist and organist Stephen Mallinger, and her father, William Aide. She has been a member of the Algoma String Quartet.
Anya and Stephen have five beautiful daughters and five grandchildren. Anya is also an avid runner and has completed several marathons.
Board of Directors
Executive:
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Chair- Jeff Hermann
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Treasurer- Dr. Kimlan Bell
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Secretary - David Bean
Board Members:
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Dr. Bruce Anderson
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Lee Carlson
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Dr. Lawrence Chong
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Angela Davey
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Sharon Dick
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Marc Dubreuil
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Erica Mancuso
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Robert Scott
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Tom Peer
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Louis St. Pierre
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Kimberlee Trumble
Orchestra Members
Violin I:
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Anya Mallinger, Concertmaster
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Kimlan Bell
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Dottie Case
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Victoria Palahnuk
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Lori Zenker
Violin II:
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Erica Mancuso, Principal Second
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Lee Carlson
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Elaina DiSanto
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Kathy Evoy
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Owen Goslin
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Anne-Danaëlle Laroulette
Viola:
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Vincent Feletti, Principal Viola
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Anna deGroot-Maggetti
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Dorota Milczarek
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Seth Knepper
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Meika Sonntag
Cello:
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Elizabeth Bert, Principal Cello
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Daniel Dennis
Bass:
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Martin Virta, Principal Bass
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Sara Jane Marshall
Flute:
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Rob Galbraith, Principal Flute
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Sharon Dick
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Molly DiPietro
Clarinet:
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David Bean, Principal Clarinet
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Paul Gilchrist
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Louise Cescon
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Christopher Dobson (bass clarinet)
Oboe:
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Angela Lickiss Aleo, Principal Oboe
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Elise Cormier
Bassoon:
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Barbara Finch, Principal Bassoon
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Deanna Irwin
Horn:
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Tracy Texter, Principal Horn
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Rachel Brozman
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Diane Kolak
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Laura Sanderson
Trumpet:
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Paul Stevenson, Principal Trumpet
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Julie Vaughan
Trombone
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Karl Hermann (Principal Trombone)
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Cam Dunlop
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Rob Rozgonyi
Tympani
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Louis St. Pierre
Percussion
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Marc Dubreuil
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Kathy Kasper
Harp
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Karen Beacom