Daniel Taylor, Countertenor and Patron of the Ottawa Bach Choir
“I believe that Bach’s music carries a message of hope for all of us, that transcends all religions and cultures. I admire the dedication of the Ottawa Bach Choir and of Dr. Lisette Canton.”
An exclusive recording artist for Sony Classical Masterworks, Daniel Taylor is one of the most sought-after countertenors in the world and is Founder and Artistic Director of the Theatre of Early Music, a period-instrument ensemble based in Toronto comprised of musicians from all over the world.
Vocal Artists
Philippe Gagné, tenor - Praised for his rich expressivity, refined musical sensitivity, rare vocal agility and the beauty of his tone, Philippe is currently… 
Nicholas Burns - Canadian countertenor Nicholas Burns has been described as possessing a “thrilling voice,” and past performances have been described as a… 
Andrew Mahon, bass-baritone - Canadian bass-baritone Andrew Mahon has appeared as a soloist across the UK, Canada and Europe, performing both concert and operatic… 
Meredith Hall, soprano - Canadian Soprano Meredith Hall delights audiences internationally with her "lustrous sound and fluent legato" (San Francisco Chronicle). Equally at home… 
Julie Nesrallah, mezzo-soprano - Julie Nesrallah is an extremely versatile singer and actress with achievements and standards of musical excellence established across the continent… 
Daniel Lichti, bass-baritone - Acclaimed as one of Canada's finest concert and oratorio singers, Bass-baritone Daniel Lichti, Associate Professor at Wilfrid Laurier University since… 
Suzie Leblanc, soprano - Internationally renowned, Acadian soprano Suzie LeBlanc has established an extraordinary career specializing in Baroque and Classical repertoire and exploring and… 
Gillian Keith, soprano - Canadian soprano Gillian Keith has emerged as one of Canada's leading lyric sopranos. Her superb voice and musicianship are at… 
Peter Harvey, baritone - Peter Harvey has become one of the UK's best known singers of baroque music, and the oratorio repertoire generally. He… 
Charles Daniels, tenor - The English tenor Charles Daniels’ repertoire extends 1150 years from the ninth century to the present day. He is best…
Instrumental Artists
Jonathan Oldengarm, organ - Montreal-based organist, Jonathan Oldengarm, is active as a recitalist, teacher and church musician. He is also a versatile collaborative artist. 
Adrian Butterfield, violin - Adrian Butterfield has gained an international reputation as a violinist, director and conductor who specialises in period performance of music… 
Matthew Larkin, organ - One of Canada’s foremost organists and church musicians, Matthew Larkin has forged a successful career in many musical forums, including… 
Hélène Plouffe, violin - Hélène Plouffe has a passion for early music and performs it in all possible guises: as soloist, chamber player, in… 
Eric Milnes, organ - A native New Yorker, the imaginative and energized performances of Eric Milnes have been applauded at a multitude of Early… 
Matthias Maute, recorder - Matthias Maute has achieved an international reputation as conductor, recorder and flute player and as a composer. Mr. Maute is… 
Jennifer Loveless, organ - Ottawa based organist and pianist, Jennifer Loveless holds a Master’s degree in Organ Performance from McGill University. She is currently… 
Caroline Léonardelli, harp - Caroline Léonardelli classical harpist has an accomplished career as a soloist, chamber musician, orchestra musician and teacher. Born in France,… 
Grégoire Jeay, recorder - Specializing in Baroque flute, Grégoire Jeay frequently performs in Quebec and Canada and has also played in France, Belgium, Mexico,… 
Matthew Halls, organ - Although he first came to prominence as a keyboard player and early music conductor, Halls is now better known for…
