His primary training was of a classical bent, with excursions into jazz and popular forms early on. His compositional education was heavily rooted in the “contemporary avant–garde.” Along with exposure to and study of various Asian and African musics, this suite of influences continue their hold on his musical thought. His music has been performed and broadcast in Europe, New Zealand, Australia, the USA, and Canada where he has received numerous awards and commissions. He is Head of Digital Audio at the Art Institute of Vancouver.