ABOUT FP
Our Mission
Since its inception in 2002 by founders Sami Ghawi, Michel Samah and Mo Halabi, FUSIONpresents has been dedicated to “helping artists do what they love.” We’ve mentored hundreds of aspiring artists over the years through our range of professional artist development services, helping them make the jump from basement to stage and beyond! We’re so proud of sharing our knowledge and expertise as we believe whole-heartedly that helping people do what they love makes the world a better place.
Courses
After 30 years of teaching thousands of students all over the world, we have put all that knowledge and learning into what we believe is arguably the best way to learn beginner piano and guitar, both centred around understanding music theory and music as an expression of emotion. We’ve built two comprehensive & intuitive courses available for all ages, as our mandate is to help all people learn the beautiful language of music. Learn more
Youth Development Workshops
Our promise to the artists we work with is to take them “From Basement to Stage“ and our partner, the City of Surrey, has stepped up its commitment to grow its local music economy by providing both showcase and development opportunities for local established and aspiring artists. As such, FUSIONpresents hosts the Basement To Stage youth development jams every month at Clayton Community Centre in Surrey, and is also involved in the City of Surrey’s annual BandAid, a day dedicated to musical youth development. FUSIONpresents also hosts monthly artist development workshops online, interviewing local music industry professionals who shed light on their roles in the music economy. Prior to the pandemic, FUSIONpresents hosted the decade-long All-Ages Sunday Night Jam at West Beach in South Surrey/White Rock giving countless aspiring artists a chance to rock! Learn more
Music Industry Collaboration
Collaboration is the key to success, and at FUSIONpresents we pride ourselves on the long-standing and amazing relationships we’ve established and nurtured with many major players in the music industry. At the top of our list are music retailer Long & McQuade (Port Coquitlam) and legendary music companies, Fender and Roland. These three companies have proven to FUSIONpresents time and time again how dedicated they are to artist development and to the vision of a world full of music and love. Thank you for your continued support of FUSIONpresents!
Growing the Local Music Scene
FUSIONpresents has partnered with the Surrey Board of Trade to open the Music City Centre at the SBOT. This collaboration formalizes our initiative to help build the City of Surrey into a bustling and thriving Music City and economy. Supported by a City of Surrey Culture Grant for 4 years in a row, FUSIONpresents and the Music City Centre produce the Music City Surrey Showcase, highlighting the best Surrey-based local artists in online interviews filmed at the FP Studio, culminating into an annual live showcase at the Surrey Arts Centre.
Quality Live Entertainment
For over 20 years, FUSIONpresents has also been providing reliable & exceptional music entertainment services to companies, non-profit organizations, individuals, and establishments in the leisure and catering sector including hotels, restaurants, bars and lounges. FUSIONpresents strives to provide its clients with the highest quality of musical entertainment, delivered by talented performers with personality and class. What’s more, we pride ourselves on the highest customer service standards and always go above and beyond expectations! Contact us
Government Support
This website was made possible by the generous support of Creative BC, British Columbia’s Creative Industry Catalyst. Through the various grants we’re been honoured to receive from Creative BC, FUSIONpresents has been given the great opportunity to build not only its web presence but also its audio and video studio with top of the line gear, hire the most talented and reliable local professionals, and provide quality artist development and music education content on its various social media platforms, garnering tens of thousands of supporters. We are so grateful to Creative BC and the Province of British Columbia for continuing to support us and the local music industry. You help us in “helping artists do what they love”! Learn more about Creative BC’s various funding programs.
Our Team
Sami Ghawi
A seasoned musician, educator, and community builder, Sami brings a dynamic fusion of passion and expertise to the world of music education. With a commitment to breaking down barriers, Sami empowers students to explore the emotional depths of music through innovative teaching methods. His leadership extends beyond the classroom, driving community engagement and youth development initiatives. Sami’s dedication to the transformative power of music is evident in every chord played and every young mind inspired. As the founder of FUSIONpresents, he embodies the spirit of harmonizing education, creativity, and community impact.
Myles Philpott
Myles Philpott is a musician and entrepreneur that holds an honours degree in Accounting & Finance from the Beedie School of Business at Simon Fraser University. Myles started working with FUSIONpresents in 2017 as drummer for the FP house band The Apartment but soon expanded his involvement to develop, co-produce and manage FP’s TikTok channel. His 10 years of experience as a professional musician include multiple cross-Canada tours with his band, Royal Oak, in addition to session work for Vancouver up-and-coming artists TITUS BANK and JenZ. He has garnered a TikTok fanbase of over 100k people with a focus on music content. When Myles isn’t behind the kit or infront of the camera, he acts as co-manager for local emerging artist Ayla Tesler-Mabé.
Keely Rammage-Scott
Keely Rammage-Scott is a versatile musician and communications consultant with a lifelong dedication to the performing arts. With a background in musical theatre and piano, Keely has over 10 years of performing and recording experience and more than 6 years of teaching expertise. Her passion extends beyond music, as she has directed, stage-managed, and acted in various productions.
In 2019, Keely co-founded Face the Music Entertainment, an indie concert and event curator, showcasing her commitment to fostering local talent. She played a pivotal role in organizing and executing ambitious live shows with The Project Vancity, managing up to 20 musicians per performance. Keely’s dedication to the arts community led her to join FUSIONpresents and the Music City Surrey initiative, where she produces and interviews artists for the annual Music City Surrey Showcase.
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ABOUT FP
Team
FUSIONpresents has partnered with the Surrey Board of Trade to open the Music City Centre at the SBOT. This collaboration formalizes our initiative to help build the City of Surrey into a bustling and thriving Music City and economy. Supported by a City of Surrey Culture Grant for 4 years in a row, FUSIONpresents and the Music City Centre produce the Music City Surrey Showcase, highlighting the best Surrey-based local artists in online interviews filmed at the FP Studio, culminating into an annual live showcase at the Surrey Arts Centre.