Born in Moose Jaw, SK, Ryan’s passion for music, specifically classical music, came to light at a young age and was nurtured heavily by his parents. This allowed him to begin playing double bass in 2011 and eventually continue on to the University of Regina where he majored in bass during his studies there. Throughout university, Ryan became more committed to all aspects of the trade, pursuing connections for composing and conducting. Prior to the completion of his degrees in Music and Music Education, Ryan began working with Maestro Adrian Casas and the Regina Community Orchestra (RCO) to develop and refine his conducting techniques. In 2024, Ryan attended the Saskatchewan Orchestral Association’s International Saito Conducting Workshop in Saskatoon where he studied with Wayne Toews. Ryan continues to work with the RCO and Maestro Casas, and has also had the joy of conducting primary and high school aged students in Estevan, Moose Jaw, and Regina.