Renate Alexander

GENERAL MANAGER/BOOKKEEPER

Renate is a long-time parent with the Cantilon choral program, with over 10 years of experience as a volunteer. Her daughters both started singing in Primary Choir and are now members of the Chamber Choir and Belle Canto. Renate’s favourite choir activity is chaperoning for the many camps and tours her girls have attended, and she is excited about the upcoming tours! Renate coordinates all of Cantilon’s fundraising efforts and helps keep us all looking fabulous as a wonderful uniform coordinator. With all of these activities, you’re sure to see Renate wearing one of her many hats and an infectious smile at almost every Cantilon event! 

Elaine

ASSISTANT ARTISTIC DIRECTOR

Elaine Myhre brings an inspiring approach to choral music education rooted in the belief that only the best is good enough for children. An experienced conductor and pedagogue, she holds a Bachelor of Music in vocal performance from the King’s University and a Master of Music in choral conducting from the University of Alberta. Elaine is the assistant artistic director of Cantilon Choirs and currently directs the Cantilon Children’s Choir and lower voice ensemble, Vox Hominis. Under her instruction, both choirs have continually received the highest rankings at both the local and provincial music festivals. In addition to her work with Cantilon, Elaine also sings periodically with Pro Coro Canada. Elaine’s past conducting engagements include the Cantilon Primary Choir, Belle Canto Women’s Ensemble, All-City Youth Choir, All-City Children’s Choir, Sherwood Park Festival Singers, and The King’s University Concert Choir.