Our organization would not be where it is today without our volunteer Board Members that keep everything running smoothly. Here are our current board members dedicated to building community through flute artistry and education!
Edmonton Flute Association 2026/2027 Board Members
Kate McKie – President
Kate McKie is a retired elementary music specialist and beginning band teacher, choral conductor, and flute player since grade 7. She has also been a vocal coach for musical theatre in the Shuswap, where she worked and lived for over 25 years. Now she is delighted to be in back in Edmonton. After serving 3 years as Secretary, Kate has taken on the role of President, and is enjoying working with flutey colleagues.
Karen Shields – Vice President
Karen Shields, CD – Karen began her career with the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) in 2001, as a flutist and piccoloist with the Band of the Ceremonial Guard performing the Changing of the Guard on Parliament Hill. Since then, she has been a member of numerous CAF bands within the Primary Reserves and Regular Forces, including the Naden Band of the Royal Canadian Navy and the Royal Canadian Artillery (RCA) Band. During her military career, Karen has performed throughout Canada, USA, France, UK, and New Zealand.
In recent years, after her focus shifted towards conducting, Karen was appointed Music Director of CFB Trenton’s 8 Wing Volunteer from 2022-2024. She currently serves as the Assistant Director of Music of the RCA Band.
Karen’s musical training includes a BMus in flute performance from Acadia University, MMus in chamber music performance from the University of Ottawa, and a MMus (double major) in wind band conducting and flute performance from the University of Alberta.
Corri Allison – Treasurer
Corri is the current EFA Treasurer and Director of Grants and Fundraising. She is an amateur flutist and pianist who simply loves music. Corri spends her retired time playing in concert bands, lessons, flute choirs, band camps and any other reason she can find to play with others. She is very excited to continue assisting the Edmonton Flute Association by continuing on in these roles.
Kathy MacRae – (Acting) Secretary
(biography coming soon!)
Gabby Arojo – Director of Social Media
Gabrielo (Gabby) Arojo shares his interests in playing the flute by engaging with various ensembles in Edmonton, participating in music competitions in local and provincial music festivals, and attending events hosted by the Edmonton Flute Association, all while being a self-taught flutist. He was the winner of the 2024 Northern Alberta Concerto Competition, where he subsequently performed as soloist with the Edmonton Youth Orchestra. Gabby currently balances his musical pursuits with his nursing career as a Licensed Practical Nurse, and with his academic studies at MacEwan University where he is pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Nursing.
Zoe Hawnt – Director of Industry Liason
Zoe Hawnt is a Scottish-born, Canadian-based flute instructor, adjudicator, and composer. She spent her formative years in Libya and joined the Board in 2019. Zoe loves all things flute and is delighted to be part of this vibrant musical community.
Jade Jacques – Librarian
Jade Jacques is the Librarian. She is currently studying flute performance at the University of Alberta. She has been an active participant with the Edmonton Flute Association since 2019, and is excited to finally join the team! She can be found performing with various ensembles around the city, including the UAlberta Symphonic Wind Ensemble, UAlberta Symphony Orchestra, and the Edmonton Senior Youth Orchestra.
Dorie Gold – Director at Large
Dorie Gold has been involved in the Edmonton flute scene for the past 20 years as a teacher and performer. She is a graduate of Capilano University, where she studied with prominent Canadian flautist and composer Kathryn Cernauskas. Prior to moving to Edmonton Dorie pursued her career in Vancouver and Seoul, Korea. She regularly performs in the Northern Lights Duo with guitarist Tyson Oatway.
Dorie is co-owner of Allegretto Music Studios where she teaches a group of enthusiastic students in her online and in-person studio. She is a proud member of the Alberta Registered Teachers’ Association and the National Flute Association. She is the Founding President of the Edmonton Flute Association and is very excited to return to the EFA Board as Director of Public Relations. When not engaged in flute-related activities Dorie can be found cooking, gardening, and exploring the hiking trails of Edmonton.
Judith (Judy) Hannon-Henning – Director at Large
Judy is a retired physician whose medical practice specialized in diseases of the blood and bone marrow as well as in transfusion medicine. She is an amateur flutist who took up the instrument as an adult and has enjoyed playing in various ensembles over the years including concert bands and flute choirs.
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