Master violinist Yaela Hertz is a legendary teacher and performer. As concertmaster of the McGill Chamber Orchestra and as the violinist of the Hertz Trio, she concertized and gave master classes around the world, and has been on the faculties of McGill University, Conservatoire de Musique du Quebec, Ecole Vincent D’indy, and the National Youth Orchestra of Canada.
Since the first years of KlezKanada, Yaela has taken violinists of all ages and abilities under her expert wing to mentor and guide. Her generosity, commitment and expertise have made an incalculable contribution to the musical life of KlezKanada and are an inspiration to all.
