Education
- BMus, The Juilliard School
Biography
Appreciated for being a “born soloist” (Toronto Globe & Mail), where “one can almost hear the words in her flute song” (Washington Post), Canadian flutist Susan Hoeppner is regarded for her deeply lyrical, colourful phrasing, dazzling virtuosity and a “no holds barred” approach in performance. She is a JUNO nominated recording artist as well as an established international soloist and chamber musician, and her appearances include venues throughout North America, South America, Europe, and Asia.
Ms. Hoeppner has performed as a guest soloist with many orchestras, starting her professional career in Buenos Aires at the famed Teatro Colon. Over the years, she has been invited to perform at numerous Canadian Embassies throughout the world and has inspired renowned Canadian composers Christos Hatzis to write a Flute Concerto called “Departures” which she premiered in Japan with the Kyoto Symphony (2011) and Gary Kulesha to write a Flute Sonata and premiered with the composer in Toronto (2014).
She was nominated for a JUNO Award in 2012 for “Best Classical Album of the Year: Solo or Chamber” for “American Flute Masterpieces”. Her recording of “Canadian Flute Masterpieces” with pianist Lydia Wong was released October 2016 on the Centrediscs/Naxos label. Susan Hoeppner graduated from The Juilliard School where she studied with Julius Baker. An esteemed mentor herself, Susan is a member of faculty at the Royal Conservatory’s Glenn Gould School, The Taylor Academy, and the University of Toronto.
Susan Hoeppner has been appointed a Wm.S.Haynes Artist by the renowned Boston-based flute company. As their Canadian Artist, she represents them in performances and master classes year-round. Ms. Hoeppner resides in Toronto.