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Music as Ministry - A Living Tradition The Bruton Parish music program is blessed with a strong musical heritage that honors the centuries-old tradition of Anglican music and explores the rich offerings of today. Bruton has musical ensembles for all ages that provide support to our liturgy. We also host more than 120 concerts throughout the year. Our Candlelight Concert series ministers to our community as well as visitors from around the nation and the globe. These nationally recognized programs attract musicians from across the country who seek to perform in our sanctuary. The music program is under the direction of Rebecca Davy, Director of Music and Organist, and Dr. JanEl Will, Organist and Choir Director. We invite you to explore the many opportunities for children, youth, and adults to become involved in the life of our parish through music. Soli Deo Gloria
Rebecca E. Davy		Rebecca Davy, Music Director & Organist Rebecca has served Bruton Parish Church since 2004. She oversees the music ministry, directs the choirs, and manages the Candlelight Concert series, and plays numerous organ and harpsichord concerts throughout the year. She can be reached by calling (757) 645-3431 or via email. Rebecca Davy's biography
Dr. JanEl B. Will		Dr. JanEl Will, Organist JanEl has served Bruton Parish Church since 1995. She accompanies the Pelham and Chancel Choirs, shares in running the music ministry, and plays numerous organ concerts throughout the year. She may be reached at (757) 345-2259 or via email. JanEl Will's biography
Ann Porter		Ann Porter, Chorister Director Ann is director of the Bruton Choristers and sings in the Pelham Choir. She may be reached via email.
Genrose Lashinger		Genrose Lashinger, Joyful Noise Choir Director Genrose Lashinger has been a member of the Bruton Parish music staff for over 25 years. She directs the Joyful Noise Choir and is soprano section leader for the Chancel Choir. She may be reached via email. Genrose Lashinger biography
James S. (Jock) Darling		James S. (Jock) Darling, Choirmaster-Organist Emeritus Jock served Bruton Parish Church for more than forty-four years. Arriving at Bruton Parish in 1961, Mr. Darling directed an active music program for all ages. In 1971, Mr. Darling instituted the ongoing Saturday morning recitals on the 18th-century English chamber organ in The College of William and Mary’s historic Wren Chapel which are now overseen by Rebecca Davy. Jock Darling's biography
Carina Sturdy		Carina Sturdy, Organ Scholar, is a music major at The College of William and Mary with a focus in organ and harpsichord. In high school she studied organ under Thomas Marshall and Rebecca Davy. She is currently studying under Dr. Timothy Olsen of UNCSA and Thomas Marshall of The College of William and Mary. Carina also enjoys singing, accompanying, and playing handbells.