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At Dayspring, music is an integral part of the worship experience and
is spiritually engaging for both singers and listeners. Musical diversity
is one important way to connect with a diverse congregation like Dayspring.
Respect for tradition while exploring contemporary and non-traditional
musical styles is another way. Music can help to bridge the gap between
the need for tradition and continuity in worship and the desire for relevance
in today's church. There is a role for all age groups to share in worship,
and comfort level is balanced with the need to discover our voice with
God.
The Dayspring Singers are
the church choir. They meet weekly on Thursday evenings from 8 - 9:30.
There is a casual approach to rehearsing and "performing" in church. Rhearsals
are fun but efficient. There is a wide range of musical experience and
abilities in the choir, and an attempt is made to find pieces that accommodate
this range. For example, we'll sing a simple folk melody one Sunday, a
classical piece the next, and a spiritual the one after that. Besides
"Special Music" each Sunday, vocal and instrumental music is used to enhance
the worship experience. We encourage any one who has a desire to sing
to come out with the Singers or other smaller groups, and participate
in a way that fits their comfort level.
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Gord McCrostie
The Music Director at Dayspring |
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Education |
- Bachelor of Music (music composition) from the University of
Alberta
- Bachelor of Arts from the University of Alberta
- Masters of Theological Studies from St. Stephen’s College,
Edmonton
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| Experience |
- Commercial recording studio composer/arranger (15 years)
- Commercial music/theatre performance arranger/performer (20
years)
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| Activities |
- Baritone singer with Richard Eaton Singers (12 years)
- Freelance music arranger and performer (vocals, keyboards,
guitar, rhythm instruments)
- Married and Dad to 3 children
- Elder at Dayspring Church
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Binaifer
(Binu) Kapadia
Pianist |
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Education |
- Bachelor of Music (music composition) from University of Alberta
- Has studied violin, clarinet, and voice
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| Experience |
- Musician, Composer, Film/Theatre Music Director, and Teacher
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| Activities |
- Recent involvement in Composition and Performance of the music
score for an 8-part CBC adaptation of Rohinton Mistry’s
A Fine Balance – involving the blending of her
Western musical training and her Eastern roots
- Mom to 1 child
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Darolyn McCrostie
Alternate Pianist |
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Education |
- Bachelor or Music (piano performance) from the University of
Alberta
- P.D.A.D. (Education) from the University of Alberta
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| Experience |
- Jr. High School drama teacher
- Commercial music/theatre performance accompanist/performer
(15 years)
- Private piano instructor (20 years)
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| Activities |
- Pianist with “Wind, Women and Song” music group
- Freelance accompanist/performer
- Married and Mom to 3 children
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