Music & Choir
A compassionate community of free religious thought, inviting all people to rest, grow, and serve the world.
Our Musicians
Westwoodians love live music in genres as diverse as our personal beliefs. Do you like to sing? Or play an instrument? We’d love to hear from you.
Westwood is proud to have a roster of talented local musicians who perform regularly in our Sunday services and other events.
Do you want to share your music and get more comfortable with performing for others?
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Harmonia Choir
The opportunity to sing together is an important part of the Westwood community. We meet weekly for practice and perform about once a month in a Sunday service, and for Westwood community events. The Winter Solstice service, December 21, is always a Harmonia favourite.
Anyone who likes to sing is welcome to participate.
Join us Tuesday evenings 6:30 – 8:15 pm. Check the calendar on the home page for schedule changes.
Questions? choir@westwoodunitarian.ca
Westwood’s Choir Director
Rebecca
Rebecca Patterson effortlessly combines professional knowledge with a cheerful and relaxed style that makes choir a truly enjoyable experience, for novice and experienced singers alike. Rebecca earned an Associateship of the Royal Conservatory of Toronto in Singing Performance and Teaching. She also has an M.Ed. from the University of Alberta. Rebecca has many years of music teaching experience in the Edmonton Public School system, and as a performer she has been a member of Pro Coro Canada, the Chickadivas, La Vocabella, and now sings with the award winning Chronos Vocal Ensemble. Rebecca would be happy to hear from you if you have any questions. Contact her by email at choir@westwoodunitarian.ca
Harmonia’s Accompanist
Julie Forbes
Julie is a pianist who has been sharing the gift of music by performing and teaching throughout Edmonton. She has enjoyed accompanying choirs and performing as a soloist at weddings and cultural events. Julie studied at the University of Alberta, where she received her Bachelor of Music and Bachelor of Education degrees and completed her A.R.C.T. in Piano Performance and Piano Pedagogy through the Royal Conservatory of Music. Julie has enjoyed teaching piano and established her piano studio JSF Piano with a passion for educating individuals and helping them express themselves through music. She has also spent her time as an Elementary Music Teacher, instilling the love of music in the next generation.