Ken Canedo

Ken Canedo composes liturgical music in the styles that have inspired him, from traditional chant and hymnody to gospel, jazz and rock. He has collaborated with fellow OCP composers Jesse Manibusan and Bob Hurd as a songwriter and event presenter. Proficient in piano, guitar and electric bass, Ken gives workshops around the country on liturgy and youth ministry, bringing youth and adults together in discovery and empowerment. He also facilitates confirmation retreats.

Born in Los Angeles, Ken received his master of divinity degree from St. John's Seminary in Camarillo, California. He is now involved in youth and music ministry in the Archdiocese of Portland, Oregon, on the diocesan and parish levels, and is a clinician for the One Bread, One Cup Youth Liturgy Conferences at St. Meinrad School of Theology in Indiana. Ken also serves as co-director of the youth choir at Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Beaverton, Oregon. He is managing editor of the spiritandsong.com website.