Vancouver’s Clara Shandler was named after the 19th century female composer Clara Schumann and has performed under the moniker Sidewalk Cellist for 2 decades. She’s performed on three continents and has had her music featured in films, performed by small ensembles and orchestras the world over. Clara has collaborated with musicians from a variety of cultures and genres, as well as dancers, poets and theatre productions, creating memorable experiences for audiences everywhere from the sidewalk to the stage. Weaving together a vast spectrum of influences, she released her fourth full-length album in September of last year and is set to release a new instrumental album this spring.
Clara is a dedicated educator, committed to making music lessons fun by tailoring lessons to fit each individual student. She currently teaches cello, piano, and composition at the East Vancouver Community Music School and online through Music Arts School in Cambodia.
