Jonathan Ward studied viola in his hometown of Sudbury, Ontario with Metro Kozak, and at the University of Western Ontario with Ralph Aldrich and Betty-Jean Hagen. He gained a great deal of orchestral experience with several Ontario symphony orchestras before relocating to Regina in 1989 to take on the role of Principal Viola.
 
In addition to having many performance opportunities, he teaches a large number of students for the Regina Public Schools Co-curricular Violin Program. Several years ago his duties were expanded to include the continued instruction of eleven inner-city students who were involved in "Strings Across the Sky", a program made possible through the partnership between the Regina Symphony Orchestra and Regina Public School Board. The program has grown and now includes many new students. He recently joined the faculty at the University of Regina Conservatory for the Performing Arts.
 
As a composer, Jon has seen a considerable amount of success. He is currently an Associate Composer of the Canadian Music Centre. His compositions have received a significant number of performances, including World Premieres by the Regina Symphony Orchestra and national broadcasts on both CBC Radio and Radio Canada. Outside of Canada, his works have been performed in the United States, Mexico and Europe, including orchestral performances in Vienna and Salzburg.