{"id":2258,"date":"2023-11-08T03:34:37","date_gmt":"2023-11-08T07:34:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ottawaski.com\/?p=2258"},"modified":"2025-02-05T10:34:42","modified_gmt":"2025-02-05T14:34:42","slug":"composer-from-ottawa-elise-letourneau-and-her-success-story","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ottawaski.com\/en\/eternal-2258-composer-from-ottawa-elise-letourneau-and-her-success-story","title":{"rendered":"Composer from Ottawa: \u00c9lise Letourneau and Her Success Story"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>A creative and multifaceted native of Ottawa, \u00c9lise Letourneau has already achieved remarkable milestones. She is an award-winning Canadian composer, accomplished songwriter, and arranger. Her expertise extends to music production and performance on various instruments. <a href=\"https:\/\/ottawaski.com\/uk\/\">Ottawa Ski<\/a> takes a closer look at her journey.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_74 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69ff54344d049\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69ff54344d049\"  aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/ottawaski.com\/en\/eternal-2258-composer-from-ottawa-elise-letourneau-and-her-success-story\/#A_Berklee_Graduate\" >A Berklee Graduate<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/ottawaski.com\/en\/eternal-2258-composer-from-ottawa-elise-letourneau-and-her-success-story\/#%E2%80%9CPure_Talent%E2%80%9D\" >&#8220;Pure Talent&#8221;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/ottawaski.com\/en\/eternal-2258-composer-from-ottawa-elise-letourneau-and-her-success-story\/#Ottawas_Choir_for_Female_Physicians\" >Ottawa\u2019s Choir for Female Physicians<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/ottawaski.com\/en\/eternal-2258-composer-from-ottawa-elise-letourneau-and-her-success-story\/#Elise_Letourneau_and_Normand_Gload\" >\u00c9lise Letourneau and Normand Gload<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/ottawaski.com\/en\/eternal-2258-composer-from-ottawa-elise-letourneau-and-her-success-story\/#Life_in_Ottawa\" >Life in Ottawa<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/ottawaski.com\/en\/eternal-2258-composer-from-ottawa-elise-letourneau-and-her-success-story\/#A_Multifaceted_Talent\" >A Multifaceted Talent<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"A_Berklee_Graduate\"><\/span>A Berklee Graduate<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>\u00c9lise Letourneau graduated from Berklee College of Music in Boston, Massachusetts, where she earned a Master of Education degree. Her primary specialization lies in creative arts. She also studied at Lesley College in Cambridge, Massachusetts. As an associate composer of the Canadian Music Centre, she has received numerous accolades for her choral compositions. Her works have been performed not only in Canada but also in the Caribbean, Europe, and Asia. \u00c9lise\u2019s versatility and dedication serve as an inspiration to many.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E2%80%9CPure_Talent%E2%80%9D\"><\/span>&#8220;Pure Talent&#8221;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Those familiar with \u00c9lise Letourneau describe her as possessing &#8220;pure talent.&#8221; Barry Kernfeld, author and editor of <em>What to Listen For in Jazz<\/em> and the <em>New Grove Dictionary of Jazz<\/em>, has praised her impeccable sense of rhythm and melody, meaningful lyrical delivery, rich tone, and outstanding improvisational skills.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Beyond composing and recording, \u00c9lise is engaged in several key roles:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Director of Voices Rock Canada<\/strong> \u2013 A 21st-century rock choir that blends discipline and fun under professional leadership. Participants gain experience through live rehearsals, concerts, and engaging events while performing unique arrangements of contemporary music. \u00c9lise assumed leadership of the choir in September 2022.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Studio Vocalist<\/strong> \u2013 Alongside Normand Gload, she forms a dynamic vocal team and has released <em>The Fieldown Sessions<\/em> album. Their collaboration includes backing vocals, choral arrangements, and work with composers and sound engineers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Educator<\/strong> \u2013 \u00c9lise is committed to enhancing music education for students of all ages. Since 2006, her <em>Alcorn Music Studios<\/em> has provided training from professional musicians.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Instructor at the Ottawa Singer Song Camp<\/strong> \u2013 \u00c9lise coaches aspiring songwriters at this annual summer program. Having started songwriting at just six years old, she now teaches her students to think outside conventional boundaries. Registration is required for participation, and the camp typically takes place in early July.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.ottawaski.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/34\/2025\/02\/1_ad_4nxcgddqb6fwkr6ydmd8rudvst2tx-hsh_fyef-iqflghpqwxlzmha_5egw0mr1dfcjwsl1bsh7hhoqpwlop1eo7kklajk38u6u3qkpg7qsz7cldxzjlurpcgna3xnl-g_ypj2leclqkeyp84okfxslwawn2s9vjtx2tx6.png\" alt=\"\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ottawas_Choir_for_Female_Physicians\"><\/span>Ottawa\u2019s Choir for Female Physicians<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Notably, <em>Voices Rock Canada<\/em> offers various rock choirs catering to different groups, including children, adults, seniors, and even women in medicine. <em>Voices Rock Medicine<\/em> consists exclusively of female doctors who share a passion for singing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Elise_Letourneau_and_Normand_Gload\"><\/span>\u00c9lise Letourneau and Normand Gload<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Their well-coordinated partnership spans multiple genres, including classical, rock-pop, and jazz. While \u00c9lise\u2019s contributions are well-known, Normand Gload\u2019s background is equally intriguing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Gload owns and operates <em>Morning Anthem Recording Studio<\/em> in Cumberland, Ontario. He is a highly respected professional in the audio industry and has been part of Ottawa\u2019s music scene for over 25 years, performing live and working as a studio musician.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Life_in_Ottawa\"><\/span>Life in Ottawa<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>\u00c9lise lives in Ottawa with her husband, Tim Bedner. Beyond her musical endeavors, she is a fibre artist, crafting unique wallpapers and innovative installations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Additionally, she designs dog sweaters and pet beds, which she sells through her boutique stand, <em>Love That Doggie<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Gardening is another of her passions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.ottawaski.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/34\/2025\/02\/1_ad_4nxfumyxqnqramrd6o8zwlzw3uqkse7va5ay2bifqz5wz-lleonqcl3tp5u49wvnwuvybufz04b-v9-xwncn472-9ezozpnyfwcjr3sooyzc7ymmknaebxggl5gmbemx0jzbqigagkeyp84okfxslwawn2s9vjtx2tx6.png\" alt=\"\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"A_Multifaceted_Talent\"><\/span>A Multifaceted Talent<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>\u00c9lise Letourneau exemplifies a multi-talented, extraordinarily skilled woman. Her professional pursuits span diverse fields, yet she remains dedicated to her hobbies. Every endeavor she undertakes achieves success, highlighting her determination and strong character.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.ottawaski.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/34\/2025\/02\/1_ad_4nxfu2lpygco0q1vb_7jj37zrbxlwc5uxkeeqz2my_q2kj9104b04gobrppntjadre1e1nafd-sldflql0ggdhed1cpouxu8kbk1fpvx4kf66f3jdtyln4eyf2m4vaapgkxd6pxaxuwkeyp84okfxslwawn2s9vjtx2tx6.png\" alt=\"\" \/><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A creative and multifaceted native of Ottawa, \u00c9lise Letourneau has already achieved remarkable milestones. She is an award-winning Canadian composer, accomplished songwriter, and arranger. Her expertise extends to music production and performance on various instruments. Ottawa Ski takes a closer look at her journey. 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