Chris Anstey
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One of Canada’s most versatile violinists, Chris Anstey is a native of St. John’s, Newfoundland. He was first violinist with the Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra from 2005 to 2022 and is currently principal second. He has performed as soloist with the Winnipeg Symphony, Newfoundland Symphony, Etobicoke Philharmonic, and Brandon Chamber Players. A strong supporter of traditional music, Chris has been a four-time finalist at the Canadian Grand Masters Fiddling Championships in Ottawa. Aside from his performing career, Chris also maintains an active teaching studio at the University of Manitoba Preparatory Studies Division, and is a string mentor for the University of Manitoba Orchestra and Winnipeg Youth Orchestras.

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