Karl Rainer

Karl studied violin with Karoly Sziladi and Joseph Berljawski. He is currently the Music  Director and concertmaster of the Nanaimo Chamber Orchestra, and was a founding member of the Waterloo Chamber Players. His orchestral experience includes the KW Chamber Orchestra, the Guelph Chamber Orchestra and the Waterloo Chamber Players, among many others, in addition to performing in many musicals. Karl also currently plays, on occasion, with the Vancouver Island Symphony.

His concert chamber music appearances include the Leith String Quartet and the Nero String  Quartet, among others. Since moving to Nanaimo in 2005, Karl has completed a Bachelor of  Education degree from Vancouver Island University, and acquired certification as a Suzuki violin teacher.