It’s a little bit déjà vu for Becky Gaspar.
Many years ago, Becky and her family owned a lot on Canyon Club Drive and spent their summers here at Happy Camp—camping, skiing, and enjoying Canyon Lake life during its sunniest season. While it wasn’t full-time living back then, the connection to the community was real. Life eventually carried her away for a seven-year chapter in Lake Arrowhead, where winding mountain drives and snowy winters made for beautiful scenery—but not always the easiest daily routine.
In time, the pull of familiar waters proved stronger. So they packed it all up and returned—grateful for a home with a lovely view of snow-capped mountains close enough to admire, but far enough away to remain a picturesque reminder rather than a daily drive.
The relief of returning has been real. Old friends. New beginnings. A renewed sense of home. And that is how Becky’s story began with the Choraleers.
Now in her second season as a second soprano, Becky sings in the front row—right beside Colleen Whitt, a friendship that spans forty years—while quietly building new friendships around her. Joining a lively, well-established group is no small undertaking, especially when returning to a community that has grown and reshaped itself over decades.
There is something of Marian Paroo from The Music Man about Becky (yes, our own gentle nod to “76 Trombones”). She is dignified and thoughtful, the kind of presence that does not seek the spotlight. At first she may seem quietly reserved, taking everything in before stepping fully into the moment. But spend a little time with her and you’ll discover the warmth and loyalty woven beneath that calm poise. She is not flashy or theatrical; her strengths are quiet resolve, thoughtful insight, and unwavering character—the kind of presence that strengthens a harmony rather than competes with it.
Reinvention has always been part of Becky’s story. As the owner of her own interior design business—now retired—she built a career on seeing possibility where others saw only what had been. Even in retirement, Becky continues to share that creative eye and is happy to offer design consultations for fellow Canyon Lake residents who may need a little inspiration or guidance. Creativity and vision have always been her native languages.
We are grateful she chose to return. Welcome back, Becky. The Choraleers are better for your steady note in the harmony—and yes, backup singers are always welcome here.