About Nadia
Nadia Francavilla is one of Canada’s leading performers and advocates of new contemporary music. The Montreal-born violinist is an accomplished recitalist and outstanding chamber musician who has performed internationally in North America, Europe, and Japan. For over a decade, she performed and recorded with two of Canada’s leading string quartets: Quatuor Arthur-LeBlanc and Quatuor Bozzini.
Mrs. Francavilla’s driving interest in new music has led her to commission and premiere new works from Canadian and international composers. She particularly enjoys working with young composers, nurturing their innovative spark.
Since 2009, Mrs. Francavilla is UNB’s musician-in-residence where she curates leading-edge concert series which challenge audiences to explore new sounds and musical experiences. She teaches classes on women in music and music in films.
Mrs. Francavilla also teaches violin at mount Allison University, gives masterclasses and is often asked to adjudicate at music festivals around the country.
Musician
Recognized as one of Canada’s leaders in contemporary music, Nadia brings a collaborative spirit, a passion for new music, and a distinctly European sensibility to her performing and teaching work.
Educator
The only way to truly learn is by continual effort, trial and error. An experienced educator and facilitator, Nadia takes an interactive and exploratory approach to knowledge sharing in lectures, masterclasses and workshops.
Producer
On The Edge Productions Inc promotes new, ground-breaking experimental music, stretching the convention of musical traditions and fostering collaboration among emerging and established musicians and multidisciplinary artists.
Mentor
Sharing your love of something with others is a unique human experience. Coming from a family of teachers, Nadia is devoted to guiding newer artists toward their own unique understanding of their craft.