Anne Longmore is an expert in strategic marketing communications for the cultural sector. She has a Masters in Arts Administration from the University of Cincinnati and, over her career, has led marketing communications for the Toronto Mendelssohn Choir, and prior to that for the Royal Ontario Museum and the Ontario Science Centre. 

She has also worked to share communications best-practices and practical techniques  for those working in the arts sector. She was a sessional instructor in the Humber College Post-graduate Public Relations Program for a number of years. She has also led seminars and webinars - covering various aspects of developing an effective online communications strategy - for Chorus America, the Association of California Symphony Orchestras, Choral Canada, and Choirs Ontario. In 2024 she led an on-demand course with ArtsBoost on how to access the Google for Non Profits program and create effective Google Ad campaigns.

Anne is an alto who discovered choral singing in high school and has sung in a choir ever since. She is currently Communications Strategist for the Toronto Chldren's Chorus.

Catherine-Élisabeth Loiselle has been passionate about singing and conducting since she was a child. Joining her first choir at the age of 7, she entered the Quebec Conservatory of Music at the age of 8. She holds bachelor's and master's degrees in classical vocal performance from Université Laval, where she is currently completing a doctorate. Her research focuses on the French language and integrates related disciplines, such as theatre and musical composition, into her performance approach. A soprano praised for her versatility and sensitive, embodied interpretations, she integrates her exploration of the human voice and the prism of sonic emotions with the choirs she directs.

She has been at the helm of the Chœur du Musée de la civilisation since May 2005, the Ensemble vocal Intemporel since September 2007 and the Chœur de la Colline since December 2022. She is also the first female conductor of the Opéra de Québec, appointed in June 2024. Her long track record and pedagogical skills have led her to create various vocal technique and group workshops, and in 2022 she produced an album with the Chœur du Musée de la civilisation including thirteen of her own arrangements: Choristes, corps et âme. In July 2016, Catherine-Élisabeth was awarded the medal of the Quebec National Assembly in recognition of her remarkable commitment and work in promoting choral singing.

Diane Kolin is a jazz and classical singer and a musicologist. She is the founder of ArtsAbly, a company offering diverse services related to accessibility and disability in the arts. Diane is currently pursuing a PhD in Musicology in York University, Toronto. Her research interests are diverse and include Critical Disability Studies, Ludwig van Beethoven, and Franz Liszt. She is the editor in chief of the Journal of the French Beethoven Society. The study of Beethoven’s deafness and her personal history led to her research in disability and music. She specializes in disability awareness and inclusion in the artistic world, particularly in music. Her collaboration with disabled musicians in the professional musical world allows her to expose new ideas on making music more accessible to a broader audience.

Hailing originally from the Canadian prairies, Diane Murray-Charrett is a PhD candidate in Music Education at the University of Toronto. She holds a Master of Music Education from the University of Toronto, a Bachelor of Music Education from Brandon University, and Orff Certification from the University of Manitoba. Diane was the founding conductor of the Gaudeamus Choirs of Halton Hills and now conducts the newly formed Cantando Women’s Choir, a community choir in her current hometown of Georgetown, Ontario. Over a 30-year career as an elementary music educator, most recently with the Halton District School Board in Milton, Ontario, she has developed a great passion for teaching young people to sing, working to help thousands of students find their voice. Her choral conducting experience encompasses community children’s choirs, including previous positions with the Oakville Children’s Choir and the Hamilton Children’s Choir, public school choirs at the local and regional level, musical theatre programs, as well as community and church choirs. 

Diane was honoured to recently share her research on Singer Identity in children at PODIUM 2022 and The Singing Network’s EXchange 2022 at IFCM’s World Choral Expo in Lisbon, Portugal. In her doctoral studies, Diane continues to examine how social, cultural, and political dynamics influence participation in group singing. A longtime member of Choral Canada, she is pleased to be a member of the Board of Directors and further support initiatives for our national group singing community.

Geoffrey Rawlinson is the Executive Director of St. Michael’s Choir School in Toronto, Canada. Mr. Rawlinson has the overall responsibility for the Choral Institute of the School and leads 250 choristers and a team of 40 musicians and operational staff in the management of the entirety of the music program including musical education, liturgical celebrations, public concerts and tours, recordings, and guest appearances.

Mr. Rawlinson’s career has come full circle with his appointment as Executive Director in May 2024. A graduate from the Class of 1991, Mr. Rawlinson began his musical journey at the Choir School in 1980 as an 8-year-old chorister.

Prior to his appointment as Executive Director, Mr. Rawlinson pursued a 20-year career in Financial Services, leading multi-national technology programs, including the implementation of digital solutions and strategic development. Additionally, Mr. Rawlinson held the position of Chairperson of the St. Michael’s Choir School Advisory Board for four years, leading the design and development of the School’s Strategic Plan. Previously he held the position of Chairperson of the Advancement Committee for seven years, where he managed and led annual fundraising campaigns totaling $1.5 million.

Mr. Rawlinson holds a Bachelor degree in Commerce from McMaster University. He continues to enjoy singing in three Alumni-led choirs, and is excited to join the Board of Directors at Choral Canada.

Judi Rayner is a retired Chartered Professional Accountant and a lifelong champion of the arts. She combines financial acumen with more than 20 years of service as a Board Director with community, provincial and national arts organizations. She is passionate about collaborating with artists to make their creative visions financially sustainable. Judi’s work in this sector is guided by her belief that everyone should have the opportunity to benefit from a thriving arts scene. She lives in Edmonton, Alberta. 

Dr. Leo Li (abd), Choral Canada board member, Chair of Choral Canada Membership Committee, Member of Juried Program Committee, the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee Award recipient, choral and orchestral conductor. 

His journey as a conductor commenced officially at the age of 18, where he led a choir to victory with a Gold Prize at the Czech International Music Festival. Currently holding his Ph.D. Candidate status at the University of Toronto, Canada, Dr. Li (abd), a Chinese Canadian award-winning conductor, ardently dedicates himself to fostering connections and bridging possibilities for various choirs and singing groups, facilitating cultural exchange from the East to the West. 

Dr. Li (abd) possesses extensive experience in the realm of conducting. His expertise extends across diverse music ensembles, ranging from mixed choirs, equal-voice choirs, and vocal ensembles, etc. Additionally, he has showcased his conducting prowess with symphony orchestras.

Dr. Li (abd)’s influence in the conducting sphere transcends borders, as he has conducted and performed in various countries spanning four continents, including Australia, Canada, China, the Czech Republic, Russia, Ukraine, etc. a notable highlight in Dr. Li (abd)’s career when he led the performance at the Friendship Concert during The 9^th World Choir Games in Sochi, Russia. The 9^th WCG marked his victory in the Pop Music Genre, Open Competition, securing the first-place accolade. 

Dr. Leo Li (abd) has undergone a comprehensive musical education, studying under the tutelage of esteemed Canadian and international conductors, maestri, and educators. His educational journey spans from high school to graduate levels, including masterclasses and workshops, where he has focused on choral and orchestral conducting, musicology, and music education. In addition to his conductor training, Dr. Li (abd) has delved into vocal performance and instrumental studies such as flute and percussions under the guidance of Canadian well-known artists and musicians.

An active conductor, performer, and teacher, Dr. Margot Rejskind has directed choirs of all kinds, from beginner to professional, in both Canada and the United States. Known for her adventurous and eclectic programming, choirs under her direction have been praised for their musicality, artistry, and radiant sound. Dr. Rejskind is in demand as a guest conductor and adjudicator, appearing at conferences, festivals, and workshops throughout North America. She is the founding artistic director of Luminos Ensemble, a PEI-based professional chamber choir; artistic director of Forte Men's Choir, and music director of Island Choral Society; and also maintains a busy private voice and conducting studio, and lectures at UPEI. Until recently, she was a member of the Executive of the PEI Registered Music Teachers’ Association, and she currently serves as VP for Membership Development for the Atlantic Canada Chapter of the National Association of Teachers of Singing. Margot is a native of Montreal, where she received formative conducting training under Iwan Edwards and Dr. John Baboukis, and earned a degree in Voice Performance (Jazz) from Concordia University. She earned her Masters and Doctoral degrees in Choral Conducting and Vocal Pedagogy from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, studying with Dr. Chester Alwes, and Donald Schleicher.

Morna Edmundson C.M. is one of Canada’s best-known choral conductors with a strong reputation for excellence. Based in Vancouver, she is Artistic Director of Elektra and EnChor Choir, an auditioned SATB ensemble for mature voices. Passionate since childhood about choral singing, Morna obtained degrees and diplomas in vocal music in Vancouver, Bellingham, and Stockholm, Sweden. Morna has adjudicated in North America and Asia, conducted state and provincial honour choirs and community choir festivals, gives frequent workshops with youth and adult choirs, and advocates for and encourages the next generation of choral professionals. Her accomplishments have been recognized with many awards including a Vancouver YWCA Woman of Distinction Award, a Doctor of Letters honoris causa from the University of British Columbia (2023), and the Order of Canada (2024). Morna served as President of Choral Canada from 2022-2025.

Nicholas Rheubottom is the Founder of 4Sight Advisory, a strategic planning firm supporting businesses, non-profits, and charities in change management, grant funding, and community engagement. He is also the Executive Director of the Alberta 2SLGBTQI+ Chamber of Commerce, where he works to advance economic empowerment and inclusion for queer entrepreneurs. Previously, he served as Executive Director of the Infill Development in Edmonton Association (IDEA), leading advocacy efforts and fostering collaboration within the urban development sector. Through these roles, Nicholas has built strong ties across the business and non-profit communities, championing initiatives that drive social and economic impact.

Alongside his leadership in business-focused organizations, Nicholas has remained deeply involved in the choral community. He holds an MA in Musicology from the University of Alberta, where he researched Handel’s oratorios as narratives of British military history. He later pursued doctoral studies at King’s College London before shifting into non-profit leadership, including work with Water City Music, an organization dedicated to music education and festival programming for children.

Nicholas is an active choral singer and performs with Chronos Vocal Ensemble under the artistic direction of Jordan Van Biert. Passionate about fostering accessible and inclusive musical experiences, he continues to support the arts while balancing his work in business strategy and community development. Based in Edmonton, he enjoys exploring the city’s cultural scene and the River Valley with his husband, Stuart, and their dog, Rogue.

Nick Turnbull (he/him) is a Yukon-based, Canadian composer, teacher, producer and conductor with a deep passion and love for the arts, with an extra soft spot for choral music.  Having studied music composition at the University of Calgary, and Berklee College of Music, Nick has been fortunate and grateful to have worked with, and actively learn from inspiring composers, performers, and ensembles around the world. Nick happily devotes his professional music career to curiously explore how music and creative self-expression connects us all, heals us, and is a catalyst to empower us to overcome limitations and adversity. Nick’s quest for a better world through music, has taken him to teach, adjudicate, learn, and have his works performed across the Americas and beyond. Nick is a doggy-dad of two little dogs, that accompany him across his many adventures in nature, seeking that next inspiration… or, while he writes music under the Northern Lights in his remote home in Canada’s Yukon.

Nick is the director of the Whitehorse Community Choir’s Big Choir (SATB) and Persephone Singers (SSAA) where he is fortunate to be able to bring Yukoners together in song.

Dr. Philip Grant is an internationally recognized expert in arts leadership and choral music, currently serving as Executive Director for VanCity Harmony. His work spans organizations including the Barbershop Harmony Society, Sweet Adelines International, and Harmony Incorporated, coaching ensembles of all sizes worldwide. As a certified BHS Judge, he’s guided numerous groups to artistic excellence, always championing the power of group singing to unite, inspire, and enrich lives.

In addition to his work in performance, Philip brings extensive leadership and academic experience. He has held executive roles in non-profits and served on various boards, while also lecturing MBA students at SFU (Vancouver), HEC-Montreal, EADA (Barcelona), and Universidad de los Andes (Bogotá). His research on arts management and creative entrepreneurship has been published in several journals including the International Journal of Arts Management, where he also served as co-editor. He has received notable recognition for his research, including the Best Paper award at the 2015 Academy of Marketing Conference. Philip's current research interests focus on arts and culture management and entrepreneurship.

In addition to singing tenor in VanCity Harmony, Philip enjoys singing with his wife and her two brothers in their award-winning barbershop quartet, Metzin' Around.

Roxanne discovered what a choir was in high school when her French teacher started her school's first choir. It was love at first sight and she has been navigating the choral world ever since, whether as a chorister, alto conductor, pianist-accompanist or conductor. She studied piano at the University of Montréal, started teaching piano at the age of 14, is part of many choirs, among others on the south shore of Montreal, founded the female only Ensemble vocal Écho de la Montagne in 1996 and joined the Chœur Ste-Dorothée as a pianist-accompanist in 1997. In 2001, she took over the musical direction and still holds this position. She was secretary of the governing board of Saint-Luc school for 9 years and was actively involved for several years in the organization of Automnie, provincial choir gathering of the Alliance chorale du Québec, as responsible of the thematic workshop, and in 2005 as musical coordinator of the event. At the same time, she worked for the international humanitarian organization World Vision Canada for 22 years, of which the last 13 years as a manager of the Québec Office. Roxanne is therefore very excited to be able to combine her passion for choral singing with her management skills by joining the Alliance chorale du Québec, in July 2021, as Executive Director.

Sebastien Duckett is currently an associate at Osler, Hoskin and Harcourt LLP, a leading national law firm. He graduated from McGill University’s Faculty of Law, where he completed the joint BCL/JD degree program. Previously, he completed a bachelor’s degree in music from McGill, majoring in vocal performance under the tutelage of Brett Polegato and John MacMaster. Sebastien has sung in numerous ensembles, including the National Youth Choir of Canada, the Ontario Youth Choir, McGill University’s Schulich Singers and the choirs at St. Michael’s Choir School. For several years, Sebastien served as a director and officer at Young Voices Toronto, a Toronto-based children’s choir. In his time at YVT, he played a pivotal role in the organization’s governance reform, financial planning and pandemic response.

Originally from Nova Scotia, Colin Frotten is a pianist, tenor, music director and arts administrator. He graduated from Mount Allison University where he was a chorister with the Elliott Chorale for five consecutive years, often acting as section-lead and tenor soloist, in addition to working as the choir's manager and librarian.

Most recently, Colin sang with That Choir for eight seasons and was their General Manager from 2015-2022. He also continues to work as an active performer throughout Ontario and the Atlantic provinces. Past highlights include work with Bloor Street United Church, First Act Productions, the Fredericton Symphony Orchestra, Halifax Summer Opera Festival, Maritime Concert Opera, Opera Atelier, Opera by Request, Opera York, OperOttawa, the Tafelmusik Baroque Orchestra and Chamber Choir, and the Toronto Chamber Choir.

As a passionate educator and arts advocate, Colin also has an active private piano/voice studio and is currently working as Executive Director and a member of the faculty with First Act Youth Company.