DROME
Toronto-based electric cello and djembe duo delivering high-energy, immersive musical experiences. As two of the top hired guns in the city, we fuse the deep, expressive power of the electric cello with the raw, driving rhythms of the djembe to create a sound that is bold, dynamic, and completely electrified. Whether it's a high-impact corporate event, an upscale party, or a stage show that demands attention, we bring unmatched energy and versatility to every performance—no acoustic sets, just pure, amplified intensity.
Sahab Habibi
Sahab Habibi does just this by reaching people’s hearts and souls every time he beats the drum. His passion for drumming began at an early age, being exposed to the sweet sounds of his mother’s voice paired with the rhythmic beats of a drum. He always enjoyed playing and committed to learning the art of percussion many years ago which opened his mind to a world where rhythm enriches life. Sahab has performed for thousands of crowds since 2009. From small gatherings to huge audiences such as Digital Dreams, Beach Club Festival and international stages, Sahab has entertained thousands of people with performances and collaborations with a variety of performers including musicians and dancers all across North America. From Los Angeles to New York and back to his home town of Toronto, there are no plans to slow down with the unique style of his performances and new and innovative shows constantly changing. The horizons are forever broadening. Each and every performance is geared specifically to each unique crowd and always gets the guests energetic and moving. His exceptional talent and love for art in combination with his passionate and vibrant character allow him to not only deliver performances that audiences love but to truly connect with the crowd while doing so. Whether it’s a wedding, corporate event, Music Festival, Concerts or within his drumming circle, his mind, body and spirit commit to the beat and don’t stop for hours.
Liz Kovalchuk
Elizabeth Kovalchuk was born in Riga, Latvia and moved to Canada as an infant just before the collapse of the Soviet Union. Inspired by an artistic family, Liz began playing cello at the age of 9 at Runnymede Public School. Studying music led her to undergrad work at the Chicago College of Performing Arts at Roosevelt University where she studied with Chicago Symphony cellist Richard Hirschl. In her junior year, Liz had the great opportunity to study at the Sibelius Academy in Finland. Her Master's degree was at Ball State University studying with, and being a graduate assistant to, Dr.Peter Opie.
As a soloist, chamber musician and orchestral player, Liz has performed throughout North America, Europe, Asia and the Middle East. From 2014-2016, Liz was a solo cellist in the International Tour of Disney's Beauty and the Beast. In January 2017, Liz toured Japan with the Hollywood Festival Orchestra as principal cellist. She has worked with dozens of professional orchestras such as the New York Chamber Players, the Marion Philharmonic, Anderson Symphony, Muncie Symphony, L'Orchestre de La Francophonie, and the Sibelius Academy Orchestra.
As an enthusiastic session musician, Liz has recorded at Avatar Studios, ManMade Music Productions, and Premier Studios for PBS. She has collaborated with YouTube sensation Robyn Adele Anderson, as well as Emmy award-winning (and former Saturday Night Live Music Director) Katreese Barnes. Liz Kovalchuk is a passionate educator and finds great fulfillment contributing to the development of young musicians. She has been a counsellor at the Cremona International Academy in Italy and taught undergraduate students at Ball State. Locally she has coached chamber music groups and taught lessons at Lord Lansdowne Music Summer School and led cello sectionals at the Etobicoke School of the Arts.