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Elyssa Lefurgey-Smith, violin

Elyssa is a founding member of the Elixir Baroque ensemble which has been actively performing in Toronto and abroad since 2007.  The group has been a frequent guest on series at Toronto’s Metropolitan United Church, Musically Speaking Series and St. Barbaras United Church, in addition to group's concerts at the Bellwoods Academy of Music.  Elyssa has also been a member of the Aradia Baroque Ensemble and has made several recordings with the group under the Naxos Label.  She appears regularly with Tafelmusik Baroque Orchestra, Opera Atelier, Talisker players, Opera in Concert and the Hamilton Philharmonic. Her international tours have included performances in Russia, Australia, France, Ireland and Italy.  Elyssa has recently relocated to Vancouver Island to be closer to family along with husband Michael and one year old daughter Isla Pepper.