ASHER FARBER

ABOUT THE ARTIST

Asher Farber completed his Masters of Collaborative Piano Performance from the University of Toronto (2014) and his Bachelor of Music in Piano Performance from the University of Ottawa (2011, Magna Cum Laude). Ever since his musical debut at age four, Asher spent his early years in Ottawa, Canada, working through all ten grades of RCM, performing and competing in local concerts and festivals, often placing at the top of his class.

Asher has consistently developed his skills in many diverse and eclectic musical styles and genres. Asher spent many years as a regular scholarship recipient at KlezKanada, and playing in a community klezmer/folk band. Asher regularly performs with many musicians in various musical styles including classical, jazz, hip hop, funk, power metal, gospel, klezmer, opera, and musical theater, to name a few. 

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Now situated and proudly serving the Toronto community, Asher remains true to the 'collaborative' title and nature of his education. Currenty, Asher is the conductor of the Miles Nadal JCC Daytime Choir and the Prosserman JCC Shalom Singers. He is also the collaborative pianist for the Miles Nadal JCC Community Choir and the North York Choralairs; he is a regular chorister and pianist with the Beth Tzedec Shir Hadash ensemble. Asher regularly reads Torah and confidently leads and participates in synagogue services. Always looking towards new and exciting projects, he is currently teaming up with Class Act Productions, bringing extracurricular musical theater programming into public schools.  

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Asher frequently accompanies and collaborates with many singers and instrumentalists for performances, lessons, auditions, festivals, recordings, and competitions. He has been a repetiteur and vocal coach for several operas, shows, and music festivals. Asher proudly teaches many music students in piano, voice, and music theory. His students have ranged from ages 3 to 93, of many backgrounds, talents, and tastes.

He looks forward to working with you to meet and exceed your musical goals 

while fostering a meaningful and rewarding relationship with music!

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