Reflections
Ruth Watson Henderson (1932 – 2026)
It is with the utmost sadness that the Elmer Iseler Singers acknowledge the passing of our dear friend and colleague, composer/pianist Ruth Watson Henderson. Ruth was a brilliant pianist, equally at home playing a piano concerto with orchestra as she was working with choirs, unfailingly kind and always generous in sharing her great talent.
Chantal Dumas (1959-2026)
The Canadian-based radio artist Chantal Dumas has died. She was known for tirelessly tweaking the radio waves with efforts towards community involvement, and experimentation. Dumas worked on radio and community stations in Montréal since 1984.
Karen Mae Rymal (March 7, 1945 – April 17, 2026)
KAREN MAE RYMAL passed away peacefully on April 17, 2026 at Scarborough General Hospital surrounded by loved ones.
Ian Walter McDougall, C.M. (1938-2026)
Ian Walter McDougall - musician, composer, educator, and one of the world’s most distinguished jazz trombonists, passed away peacefully on January 26, 2026. He was 87.
Monte Keene Pishny-Floyd (1941-2025)
It is deep with sadness that the family announces the passing of longtime Prairie Associate Composer and friend Dr. Monte Keen Pishny-Floyd at the age of 84, on October 15, 2025 in Saskatoon.
Ilies Constantinescu 1942-2025
It is with deep sadness that the family announces the passing of Ilies Constantinescu, age 83, on August 14, 2025, at his home in Regina, Saskatchewan.
