Fans, fellow worship leaders, pastors, and musicians expressed their shock and sorrow over her passing, with many taking to social media to share how her music had impacted their lives. Even before her six years of classical piano and cello studies, taya would spontaneously make up and sing songs around the house She credits her high school music teacher for calling her out, encouraging her talent and teaching her how to harmonize. Official music video for “gonna be good” by tayastream, download & save “gonna be good” Taya gaukrodger’s resignation from hillsong church signifies the end of an era while paving the way for new beginnings Her moving farewell message resonates with many, illustrating the profound impact of music in one’s faith journey.
The doctor couldn’t find anything visually wrong There was a sliver of hope that maybe—maybe—she’d been healed And in that moment, taya had to decide what to say. With one of the most recognizable voices in the worship genre, taya is thrilled to hit the road this spring with some of her dear friends for eight special nights on her 2025 come into the light tour. Born and raised on the far north coast of new south wales, australia, taya smith is a key leader in the hillsong creative team She is a passionate worship leader who has captured the hearts of believers across the globe with her vocals in 'oceans’ and ‘a million suns’ on united’s album, zion.
In 2010 she relocated to sydney to pursue a career in music Soon after arriving she got involved at hillsong church and began volunteering in youth, and young adult ministries.
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