Alan Yzereef Jr. earned his masters degree in music from the University of Ottawa, studying classical guitar under world reknown guitarists Patrick Roux, Philip Candelaria, and Louis Trepanier. His previous accomplishments include a bachelor of arts degree from Laurentian University and a college diploma from Cambrian College. Mr. Yzereef has received many awards, including 1st place at the 2003 Ontario provincial competition and 2nd place at the National Competition of Canada. Website: www.alyzereefjr.com --- “I enjoyed working with writer /director Derek Newman on this project. I hope this film will inspire affected youth to seek help in overcoming these difficult issues. A special thanks to SACY for their support, to all the fellow musicians and editors involved in this project, and to Derek Newman for his countless hours of work in making this film possible…..this is truly a great film.” - Alan Yzereef Jr.