About The Band:
When you look at a dictionary definition of dysfunctional, it's just a boring old word. But us. No dictionary can handle us. We're not dysfunctional, we're dysFUNKtional. If oxford even tried to put Dysfunktional into a dictionary, he would just explode. Our funk cannot be contained. It is a substance, pure and beautiful. It is a new chemical element, of which we are the masters of. Chemical reactions consist entirely of extreme happiness. You may want to put on safety goggles.
- Jaden Chong
- Jaden Chong
The Lineup:
Will Cournoyer Clements
Band Director / Drums
Will has been playing saxophone since he was in the fourth grade. Since then, he has played with numerous ensembles in the Vancouver area. Will currently plays with NWSS Music Jazz 12 Band, Senior Vocal Jazz and Concert Band on top of leading Dysfunktional. Will has had the pleasure of playing with Colin Maskell, and Kate Maccoll in his young music career. He does all the arrangements for Dysfunktional and loves everything about directing this band. He hopes to someday follow the footsteps of both his mother and father, and become himself a music educator or musician.
Band Director / Drums
Will has been playing saxophone since he was in the fourth grade. Since then, he has played with numerous ensembles in the Vancouver area. Will currently plays with NWSS Music Jazz 12 Band, Senior Vocal Jazz and Concert Band on top of leading Dysfunktional. Will has had the pleasure of playing with Colin Maskell, and Kate Maccoll in his young music career. He does all the arrangements for Dysfunktional and loves everything about directing this band. He hopes to someday follow the footsteps of both his mother and father, and become himself a music educator or musician.
Jolene Bernardino
Vocals
Without a doubt, the most important thing in Jolene's life is music. Since she was little, she knew that singing and performing were important aspects of her life and has always worked to have them present. Currently, Jolene is a member of NWSS Chamber Choir and NWSS Senior Vocal Jazz with a few fellow Dysfunktional members, is a part of Coastal Sound Youth Choir and as well taken part in various choral mentorships. Recently, she performed on the Massey Theatre stage as Vi Moore in NWSS' Production of "Footloose" where she was credited with the "Best Breakout Moment Award" in the New Westminster Record. Jolene one day wants to be a performer as well as educator but for now, Dysfunktional is home.
Vocals
Without a doubt, the most important thing in Jolene's life is music. Since she was little, she knew that singing and performing were important aspects of her life and has always worked to have them present. Currently, Jolene is a member of NWSS Chamber Choir and NWSS Senior Vocal Jazz with a few fellow Dysfunktional members, is a part of Coastal Sound Youth Choir and as well taken part in various choral mentorships. Recently, she performed on the Massey Theatre stage as Vi Moore in NWSS' Production of "Footloose" where she was credited with the "Best Breakout Moment Award" in the New Westminster Record. Jolene one day wants to be a performer as well as educator but for now, Dysfunktional is home.
Claire Graham
Vocals
Claire is a powerhouse having been brought up with a Jazz background, she aspires to become the very first, world renown "Jazz Diva". Having moved to New Westminster just a couple years ago, she has an enormous range of stylistic abilities including but not limited to influences of pop, rap, funk, and swing genres.
Vocals
Claire is a powerhouse having been brought up with a Jazz background, she aspires to become the very first, world renown "Jazz Diva". Having moved to New Westminster just a couple years ago, she has an enormous range of stylistic abilities including but not limited to influences of pop, rap, funk, and swing genres.
Daniel Green
Alto Saxophone
Daniel Green has recently turned 17 years of age. Despite his youth, Daniel has mastered the clarinet, flute, saxophone, percussion, and now for the first year of his life, vocal jazz. He has been often referred to as "one of the greats". Dan has an amazing positive attitude when it comes to music which lightens even the most condescending of moods. His ravishingly handsome hair only adds to his wonderfully charming complexion. Dan is the new upcoming protégé of the one and only Steve Kaldestad, and has the honour for participating in BCMEA, VSO School of Music, and many more bands across the city. You will not be disappointed, with the green machine.
Alto Saxophone
Daniel Green has recently turned 17 years of age. Despite his youth, Daniel has mastered the clarinet, flute, saxophone, percussion, and now for the first year of his life, vocal jazz. He has been often referred to as "one of the greats". Dan has an amazing positive attitude when it comes to music which lightens even the most condescending of moods. His ravishingly handsome hair only adds to his wonderfully charming complexion. Dan is the new upcoming protégé of the one and only Steve Kaldestad, and has the honour for participating in BCMEA, VSO School of Music, and many more bands across the city. You will not be disappointed, with the green machine.
Jaden Chong
Trumpet
Jaden Chong Birthed into a typical hostile chinese household (in Japan), Jaden Chong's musical life began with boring old strictly - enforced piano. However, as soon as this kid hit grade 8, jazz became central in his life, and the Call of the Funk began whispering in his ear. By grade 10.5, it was unbearable. Wielding the mighty Getzen trumpet of ultimate destiny, he succumbed to the seductive Call of the Funk and joined Dysfunktional. He enjoys rock climbing, over-buttered grilled cheese sandwiches, cats, and lego.
Trumpet
Jaden Chong Birthed into a typical hostile chinese household (in Japan), Jaden Chong's musical life began with boring old strictly - enforced piano. However, as soon as this kid hit grade 8, jazz became central in his life, and the Call of the Funk began whispering in his ear. By grade 10.5, it was unbearable. Wielding the mighty Getzen trumpet of ultimate destiny, he succumbed to the seductive Call of the Funk and joined Dysfunktional. He enjoys rock climbing, over-buttered grilled cheese sandwiches, cats, and lego.
Andrew Zavorotny
Trumpet
Andrew would rather not talk about his musical accomplishments, therefore the band has decided to provide a bio for him. Please note the following may not be completely accurate. Andrew is an aspiring photographer as well as musician. Not only does he play the Tuba, Tenor Sax, and Trumpet, but he also has joined Dysfunctional just this year! We could not be more excited to be working with such a talented individual.
Trumpet
Andrew would rather not talk about his musical accomplishments, therefore the band has decided to provide a bio for him. Please note the following may not be completely accurate. Andrew is an aspiring photographer as well as musician. Not only does he play the Tuba, Tenor Sax, and Trumpet, but he also has joined Dysfunctional just this year! We could not be more excited to be working with such a talented individual.
Sébastien Croteau
Trombone / Graphic Designer
You need some low brass? This guy is your man. Sebastién has been playing trombone for 2.5 years and joined Dysfunktional shortly after it was created. Being from a different school institution, he did not know the band existed but was rather invited after his bud, Parker Elkins the bassist, recommended him for recruitment. He looks forward to every rehearsal and gig since it's jamming with people he's "come to love". Sebastién is also the graphic designer for the band, creating the official banner and logo, as well as advertisements on our Facebook page. "I think it's pretty funky. So yeah, that's me. Check out the rest of our band!"
Trombone / Graphic Designer
You need some low brass? This guy is your man. Sebastién has been playing trombone for 2.5 years and joined Dysfunktional shortly after it was created. Being from a different school institution, he did not know the band existed but was rather invited after his bud, Parker Elkins the bassist, recommended him for recruitment. He looks forward to every rehearsal and gig since it's jamming with people he's "come to love". Sebastién is also the graphic designer for the band, creating the official banner and logo, as well as advertisements on our Facebook page. "I think it's pretty funky. So yeah, that's me. Check out the rest of our band!"
Aidan Wright
Bari Sax
A monk once walked deep into the desert in search of water. Three hundred years later in Canada, Aidan Wright was born. He plays the bari sax.
Bari Sax
A monk once walked deep into the desert in search of water. Three hundred years later in Canada, Aidan Wright was born. He plays the bari sax.
Christina Qin
Piano
Piano
Parker Elkins
Bass
Bass
Kirill Yurtsev
Guitar
Guitar
Previous Guests:
Dawn Pemberton, Victoria Hebbard, Steve Clements, Louise Cournoyer, Caitlyn Beaureguard, Keira Jang
Dawn Pemberton, Victoria Hebbard, Steve Clements, Louise Cournoyer, Caitlyn Beaureguard, Keira Jang