duoKAN
saxophone & harp
duoKAN
saxophone and harp
CHRISTINA KANT
HARP
KANNAN BLOOR
SAXOPHONE
Meet duoKAN, a delightfully unexpected pairing that will challenge your assumptions about the possibilities of harp and saxophone. Christina Kant and Kannan Bloor lead audiences through a soundscape that ranges from ethereal classic compositions to sassy and soulful modern works.
An animated and expressive soloist, Kannan is currently pursuing a masters degree in saxophone performance. He won the University of Toronto’s Symphony Orchestra’s Concerto Competition in 2026 as well as the Winds Concerto Competition in 2024. Christina completed her masters in classical harp at the Manhattan School of Music. She has been highlighted as a notable emerging artist with her inclusion on CBC Music’s list of “30 Hot Canadian Classical Musicians under 30.”
Hear these instruments anew, as Christina and Kannan push beyond the conventional with music that is vibrant, compelling and filled with discovery.
“What we hope to bring to Prairie audiences is a program that shows the limitless possibilities for music-making for an unconventional duo.
And yes, we can fit a concert grand harp and three saxophones in one car.”
The duo is increasing the range of repertoire for this surprising instrumental combination by arranging and transcribing works from all eras and genres.
CHRISTINA KANT
Christina is a freelance harpist based in Edmonton, AB. Notably, she was listed as one of CBC Music’s “30 hot Canadian classical musicians under 30” in 2021, after winning the University of Toronto Symphony Orchestra’s concerto competition. Christina holds a Master of Music degree in Classical Harp from the Manhattan School of Music, and she completed her Bachelor of Music degree in Harp Performance with Honours from the University of Toronto. She is an alumna of the National Youth Orchestra of Canada, and can frequently be found performing as a substitute player in multiple orchestras across Canada such as the Edmonton Symphony, Vancouver Symphony, and Saskatoon Symphony Orchestras.
KANNAN BLOOR
This Canadian classical saxophonist and educator transports listeners with the unique timbre of his instruments. His versatility is on full display in his ensemble work, which includes collaborations with the University of Toronto Wind Ensemble, Saxophone Chamber Ensembles, and the Toronto Saxophone Collective among others. Kannan has performed as a substitute player in local ensembles, such as the Kindred Spirits Orchestra and Rouge River Winds Community Concert Band. He is currently pursuing his master’s degree in saxophone performance at the University of Toronto, having completed his bachelor’s at the same institution.
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