Alumni Wall of Fame 2025
Congratulations to the 2025 inductees Sarah Quartel and Jennifer Snow who will be honoured at the Alumni Awards Celebration during Homecoming on Saturday, September 27, 2025.
To attend, purchase tickets via Alumni Western.
Sarah Quartel, BMus’05, BEd’06
Composer Sarah Quartel is one of Canada’s most internationally celebrated and widely performed living choral composers. Her music is programmed globally, and her commissions have premiered in spaces such as Carnegie Hall, Canterbury Cathedral and the Church of the Rock in Helsinki. Known for her fresh, exciting and chorister-centred approach to music-making, Sarah writes in a way that connects singer to singer, ensemble to conductor and performer to audience.
Sarah has served as composer-in-residence for Vox Anima (London), National Concerts (New York City), Singing Girls of Texas (Fort Worth), and Cathedral of St. John (Albuquerque). She has been commissioned by groups including the Orchestre de Paris, the National Youth Choirs of Great Britain, the American Choral Directors Association, the National Children’s Chorus of the USA, Hamilton Children’s Choir and New Dublin Voices. Notable performances and recordings include those by Chanticleer, London Voices, Rajaton, The Swingles, The Gesualdo Six, New York Polyphony, The Nathaniel Dett Chorale and the global mega-choir, the Stay at Home Choir.
Sarah is published exclusively with Oxford University Press.
Jennifer Snow, BMus’90
Dr. Jennifer Snow is a distinguished leader in music education. As President and CEO of The Frances Clark Center, she has significantly expanded its reach and impact. Previously, she served on the keyboard faculty at UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music and as Vice President, Teacher Education for The Royal Conservatory. Jennifer is dedicated to fostering creativity and innovation, and advancing careers for music professionals.
A recipient of the 2017 MTNA National Foundation Fellow, Jennifer is a sought-after speaker and clinician at numerous national and international conferences. She contributes regularly to Piano Magazine and has written for various esteemed publications. Her leadership roles include serving on several advisory boards and committees, reflecting her commitment to music education.
Jennifer is also a versatile concert pianist, performing globally and recording for prestigious labels. Her collaborations with renowned soloists and orchestras highlight her exceptional talent and dedication to music. She has played for major festivals and media outlets, including CBC, NPR, and ABC Television, showcasing her remarkable artistry.
