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Laura Benjamins is an Assistant Professor of Music at Redeemer University, where she teaches World Musics (MUS-326) and Music in Culture (MUS-322). She also serves as a part-time instructor at Western University, integrating her expertise in music education and church worship into her pedagogy and research.
- Ph.D. in Music Education (2023), Western University
- M.Mus. in Music Education (2017), Western University
- B.Ed. (2016), Redeemer University
- A.R.C.T. in Piano Performance (2015), Royal Conservatory of Music Toronto
- B.A. in Music (Piano Performance) (2015), Redeemer University
Laura’s research bridges interdisciplinary connections between music education, church worship, and community music. Her work explores:
- Contemporary worship music-making practices
- Liturgical theology and congregational participation
- Experiential learning and reflective practice in higher education
- Formal, informal, and non-formal music learning environments
Her publications analyze trends in church worship and music education, emphasizing collaborative projects like ecumenical musical events and reflective practice frameworks for performance students. These works reflect a focus on community engagement and interdisciplinary methodologies.
Laura has received prestigious honors, including:
- SSHRC Doctoral Fellowship (2020–present)
- Ontario Graduate Scholarship (2019–2021)
- Collaborative Grant through Western University’s Teaching Fellows Program
As an active church musician and former elementary music educator, her practice of care in music education informs her roles in teaching and advising. She resides in Kitchener with her husband, a fellow Redeemer alumnus, and their young daughter.
