A-2 and A-3 Groups

Students with one year or equivalent instruction in ukulele are eligible to join one of our Island Ukuleles A-2 and A-3 groups in April of every year. The A-2 and A-3 ensembles are "feeder groups" to the A-1 ensemble. The students are placed in groups according to their experience and ability, and they work on mastering specific skills and repertoire, leading to the attainment of bronze, silver and gold pins.

Both A-2 and A-3 groups are offered at two different locations in Greater Victoria.

The Lake Hill group is directed by Beth Wilson, Jana Dyck, Mathew Russell and Jill Benton. The Lake Hill group meets on Tuesday evenings, at Lake Hill Elementary School, from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Directors of the Oak Bay A-2 and A-3 groups are Mindy Van Rheenen, Mark Bazett and Marcello Sequeira. The Oak Bay group meets on Monday evenings, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., at Oak Bay Secondary.

The students in both divisions participate in a number of concerts, both on their own, and with the Island Ukuleles A-1 group, throughout the year. Please see our performances page for upcoming performances

A-2 / A-3 Music Directors for 2007

Marcello Sequeira "Ukestermoe" is a graduate of the Pacifica Ukes program in Campbell River B.C. Marcello graduated from the Canadian College of Performing Arts and is an acomplished ukulele soloist. He recently released his first solo item entitled "OO-KOO-LAY-LAY". Marcello is enjoying working with our gifted students and is a great asset to "Island Ukuleles".

Mindy Van Rheenen is an alumna of "Island Ukuleles". She recently completed her education degree at the University of Victoria and she is enjoying the opportunity to teach within both the A-3 and Little Ukers programs.

Jill Benton is a recent graduate of the "Island Ukuleles" program. Jill is a talented musician who brings both Ukulele and Bass skills to the A-2 and A-3 programs.

Mathew Russell is a fourth year Music Education student at the University of Victoria. He graduated from the "Island Ukuleles" prgoram in 2004 and has been a part of the A-2 / A-3 teaching staff ever since. Mathew brings a joy of music and percussion skills to the "Island Ukuleles" program.