Music

Group of children and a woman in a gymnasium, all wearing blue shirts.

The music program at Stamford Lane United Church is an inclusive, faith-based program that provides our community with top quality music education led by Sara Maida-Nicol (UofT, Royal Conservatory) and Linda Bruch (Royal Conservatory). Students learn proper vocal technique, performance practice and the basics of music theory, history & appreciation.

The choirs are featured in six “family-oriented” church services and gain performance experience that builds self-confidence in a supportive, inclusive environment.

The young musicians also take part in a Christmas musical and a student-led fundraiser.

Music Leaders

Linda Bruch

Sara Maida-Nicol

Accompanist

Linda Bruch holds a Bachelors of Music in Piano Performance (Royal Conservatory) and teaches piano privately in Niagara.

She taught for many years in the local school board (elementary) and has collaborated with young choirs most of her career.

Sara Maida-Nicol

Music Director

Sara Maida-Nicol holds a Bachelors of Music in Vocal Performance (Classical) from University of Toronto and is currently on Faculty at both UofT’s Department of Music and the Royal Conservatory of Music in Toronto. She also works as a vocal coach in Toronto and still performs professionally.