Swil Kanim is a US Army Veteran, storyteller, actor and classically trained violinist who grew up in Washington State. He currently serves on the board of the Seattle Symphony.
Swil Kanim performs at community events and schools around the country where he plays his own compositions which are infused with his own life and musical influences.
He has been a featured performer at the American Indian Film Awards in San Francisco since 2003. The recipient of many awards and honors, Swil Kanim performed at the West Coast American Indian Music Awards in 2008, where he was presented with both the classical and traditional instrument awards. That same year he was invited to perform for the Dalai Lama at Key Arena in Seattle for the Seeds of Compassion event. He passionately encourages and inspires people of all walks of life to Honor their vision and follow their passion.