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Music

At St. Stephen’s, music is an integral part of the spiritual experience, and a much loved element of worship.

Director of Music

Gavan Quinn brings a wealth of experience and versatility as a musician to his role as organist and choir director at St. Stephen’s.  An Ottawa native, Gavan received his A.R.C.T. diploma in piano performance before pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in music composition at U of T, followed by a Master’s degree in voice performance at the University of Ottawa.

Gavan has sung professionally with the Elora Festival Singers, as a soloist in operas,
oratorios and recitals, and his compositions have been performed at music festivals and on CBC Radio.  Gavan is also a dedicated teacher who maintains a studio of piano, voice and theory students.

St. Stephen’s Choir

The music program at St. Stephen’s Presbyterian is undergoing some exciting new developments under the leadership of its new director of music, Gavan Quinn.  Gavan is currently building a senior choir to sing at Sunday services.  Choir rehearses each Thursday evening from 7:30 p.m. to 9:00 pm in the sanctuary and on Sunday morning at 9:00 a.m.  New members are always welcome. If you are interested in singing in the choir, please speak with Gavan Quinn.