Member of the Order of Canada

• Awarded on: April 13, 1994
• Invested on: October 19, 1994

One of Canada's most prolific composers of music for ballet, orchestra, piano, chamber, voice and choir, he is a dedicated teacher and conductor, and composer-in-residence at Beth Tikvah Synagogue in Toronto. His music reflects a unique blend of contemporary styles and classical composition, and has touched the hearts of audiences everywhere.