About

Performer

Kevin Yue (he/him) is a versatile musician based in Treaty 6 territory (Edmonton, Alberta). Trained in the traditions of western Classical music, Kevin can regularly be seen in the trumpet section of the Edmonton Symphony Orchestra. He is also active as a guest musician with other ensembles in Edmonton such as Edmonton Opera, Alberta Ballet, the Royal Canadian Artillery Band and River City Chamber Orchestra. As a chamber musician, Kevin serves as a member of the Coyote Brass Quintet and has also worked with groups such as Capital Brass, PANIK Brass, ISO Brass, and Brassed. A versatile performer, Kevin has also appeared with artists such as Téa G, The 9s, and his own group, Thursdays. Kevin has enjoyed attending summer festivals such as Domaine Forget and has appeared in masterclasses for Philip Smith, Sergei Nakariakov, Chris Gekker, and Jeroen Baerwarts.

Kevin’s studies in performance include an Advanced Certificate in Performance from the University of Toronto and a Bachelor of Music Degree in Trumpet Performance from the University of Alberta. Kevin is grateful to have had Robin Doyon and Anita McAlister as his mentors during these studies.

Outside of music, Kevin is passionate about skateboarding and rides for Local 124 Skateshop.

Bio current as of February 2024

Educator

Kevin is a sought-after music educator in Edmonton, teaching trumpet lessons for learners as young as six to university students. Kevin has led trumpet clinics for organizations such as MacEwan University Conservatory of Music, the University of Alberta Honour Band, Red Deer Royals, and countless secondary schools in Edmonton and the surrounding area. Combining his passions for music education and performance, he also is a part of the educational music group Musicians of the Spheres.

Kevin has always been an advocate for the accessibility of music and arts education. He recently completed his Bachelor of Education Degree at the University of Alberta, where he was a recipient of the John and Barbara Poole Scholarship. Kevin currently serves as a music specialist for Edmonton’s Public and Catholic School Districts.

Media

Hello everyone, I’ve had a few inquiries about my private studio, so I figured I’d formally announce that I am currently accepting students for the 2024/25 year! I offer a unique perspective as a private instructor. As someone who has background both as a professional instrumentalist and a professional educator, I have acquired diverse skills that allow me to understand you as a student beyond the trumpet, and tailor instruction towards your individual needs. I’ve taught all skill levels, from 6 year old beginners to university music students. I believe that the skills built as a musician can be taken into whatever venture you end up pursuing. Taking private lessons is something that not only benefits you as a musician, but as a whole human being. My goal as your teacher is to give you the tools to find your musical voice, express yourself, and guide you to achieve your goals. Please get in contact with me via my website in my bio if you’d like to get started!

Last @edmontonsymphony shows of the season for me in this beautiful hall this weekend 🥰 always such a treat. some gnarly licks in this James Horner show to end off the year!!

Very excited to be playing this week’s program of music from Broadway to Hollywood! While it seems distant now, musical theatre is what really got me passionate about performing and the arts as a young musician. There is always something so magical about this music. Swipe for a much younger (and possibly much cooler) kev in the zone as Kenicke in Grease.

pov: your the ornament on my mantle watching me run through old solo rep instead of practicing Arban

Had a great time playing the music of Harry Potter this week! One of my first gigs playing with the ESO was this show so it is always nostalgic and a lot of fun to play this book. Swipe right for @jacob.kryger bike commute content

Busy 3 service day today! Super stoked to be playing this awesome kiid’s concert with an all Gershwin setlist. Gershwin is really who got me interested in Orchestral music as a young trumpet player, so it’s really cool to hopefully get some other young folks involved in the genre through this show!

Spotted being a very good boy and counting all my rests during rehearsal 😇 Had a great time playing the music of Joni Mitchell tonight!

🤓 New year means a new practice journal! I have been tracking my practicing in these Moleskin journals since 2021. It’s been really useful to make sure I’m staying balanced in my practicing. Maybe what’s most alarming is how similar my routine has looked since 2021… turns out after all this time Arban and Clarke are still good for you. Maybe 2024 is the year we mix things up with this new red journal 🤓

Gave 2023 the send off yesterday with Salute to Vienna!

Contact

Get in Touch!

Kevin is currently available for performance and teaching engagements!

Please get in touch if you’d like to work with Kevin in the future.

kevinjyue@gmail.com