Tiina Laukkanen

Tiina Laukkanen began her percussion studies at the Päijät-Häme Conservatory under the guidance of Jorma Alanne. She continued her studies as a private student of Timothy Ferchen, with Esko Vuorinen at the Tampere Conservatory, and with Russell Hartenberger at the University of Toronto. Laukkanen was appointed a permanent member of the Tampere Philharmonic Orchestra in 1992, having previously worked as a substitute both for the percussion section and as principal timpanist.

She has taught at, among others, the Tampere Conservatory and Tampere University of Applied Sciences.

Laukkanen’s favourite places in Tampere are Pyynikki and the Rauhaniemi Folk Spa. Her hobbies include gym training, jazz dance, and tap dance.