Music Programs
St. Augustine said that “he who sings, prays twice.”
Sacred music allows us to worship God in unique ways and we are fortunate at Trinity Aurora to have a wide variety of styles of sacred music.
Trinity Choir
Our intergenerational choir provides musical leadership most Sundays at our 9:15 AM service.
A mixed-voice choir, featuring an extensive repertoire of anthems and motets appropriate for the various seasons of the year. Drawing from a broad selection of music, we showcase the diversity of the Anglican musical tradition.
During major events such as Lessons and Carols, Ash Wednesday, and Holy Week, we collaborate with the Unplugged, Handbell, Orchestra music teams and together provide a rich and diverse musical experience for all to joyfully worship God.
Our choir rehearses on Thursday evenings, and we are always accepting new volunteers. If God has given you a calling to sing and a passion for music, please contact Music Director Mary Ridgeley.
Trinity Barton Handbell Choir
The Trinity Barton Handbell Choir is a vibrant part of Trinity’s musical tapestry. The handbell choir practices weekly, and is incorporated into regular worship services monthly. Read more...
Trinity Unplugged
Trinity Unplugged is an enthusiastic music group that typically blends traditional and modern Christian music and liturgical themes with the musical styles and instruments of folk music. Instruments include guitar, violin, banjo, and light percussion. We welcome vocalists of varied backgrounds who love to sing in a group and encourage participation from the congregation.
The current group plays every other month at our 9:15 service and practices during the week leading up to the service. The group also plays on other occasions within the church and in the community New members are always welcome to join and should reach out to our office administrator to inquire further.
Meet The music ministry Team
Mary Ridgley
Music Director
Being the director of all of the musical groups except Trinity Unplugged (Led by Bonnie Moore), Mary is an active vocalist, involved with musical theatre, choral ensembles and solo work.
Apart from directing the Youth choir, she is also a member of The Marion Singers. She was for many years a member of both Youth and Adult choirs at Trinity, Aurora, and while living in Vancouver, sang with the Vancouver Bach Choir and the Elektra Women’s Chorus. She has directed the Youth choir since her return to Aurora in 1993.
Wesley Bells
Resident Violinist
Kapellmeister (Master of the Chapel)
Wesley Bells performs on his great grandfather’s 18c. Czech violin.
He has delighted audiences at the Richmond Hill Performing Arts Centre, North York’s Meridian Arts Centre, and Toronto’s Walter Hall, Koerner Hall, Meridian Hall, and Glenn Gould Studio.
After studying under Corey Gemmell, Timothy Ying, and Annalee Patipatanakoon, Wesley graduated from UofT, with a Bachelor of Music Degree in Violin Performance, and holds an Associate Diploma from the Royal Conservatory of Music (ARCT).
He is currently serving as a formal member of the Ontario Philharmonic Orchestra, while pursuing his career as a concert violinist.