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Apryl Cardwell is a sophomore pursuing her Bachelor of Music in Vocal Performance at UAA. She is a vibrant vocalist and has been singing for ten years. Apryl placed second in the NATS regional competition in spring of 2023, qualifying her for national preliminaries. She was also a soloist in the Music Department's annual symphony of sound

Apryl Cardwell is a sophomore pursuing her Bachelor of Music in Vocal Performance at UAA. She is a vibrant vocalist and has been singing for ten years. Apryl placed second in the NATS regional competition in spring of 2023, qualifying her for national preliminaries. She was also a soloist in the Music Department's annual symphony of sounds competition. Most recently, she was cast as a stepsister in a professional production of "Cinderella" with the anchorage festival of music. Apryl currently works as a prep cook and has a passion for gardening.

Kathy Jin Hagen (*soprano section leader) is delighted to have sung with Alaska Chamber Singers for over 30 years. She served as an accompanist for many years and has been featured often as a vocal soloist. She has also appeared as a soloist and ensemble singer with Anchorage Vocal Ensemble (AVE), Anchorage Festival of Music, Anchorage Op

Kathy Jin Hagen (*soprano section leader) is delighted to have sung with Alaska Chamber Singers for over 30 years. She served as an accompanist for many years and has been featured often as a vocal soloist. She has also appeared as a soloist and ensemble singer with Anchorage Vocal Ensemble (AVE), Anchorage Festival of Music, Anchorage Opera, Anchorage Concert Chorus, Portland Symphonic Choir, and Portland State University Singers.  She discovered her love of singing growing up in Daegu, South Korea, and continued singing in school choirs when her family moved to Portland, Oregon. After graduating from Aloha High School, she studied piano and voice at George Fox University where she met her husband, David Hagen. She then received additional training at the University of Cincinnati, College-Conservatory of Music.  Kathy has been teaching piano to students aged 5 to 75 for over 30 years, and is still loving it! Outside of music, she loves having both sons, Noah and Evan, in town. She enjoys running and hiking with friends and spending time at her cabins.

Kimberly Hayes moved to Alaska from Arkansas in September of 2016. She currently teaches at Bear Valley Elementary School in the Anchorage School District. She holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Music with a vocal emphasis from John Brown University and a Master of Arts in Teaching, Secondary Education from Harding University both which a

Kimberly Hayes moved to Alaska from Arkansas in September of 2016. She currently teaches at Bear Valley Elementary School in the Anchorage School District. She holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Music with a vocal emphasis from John Brown University and a Master of Arts in Teaching, Secondary Education from Harding University both which are located in Arkansas. During her spare time she works for Alaska Missions and Retreats doing mission work around the state of Alaska. Kimberly grew up in a very musical family and music has always been one of the joys in life. She loves to hike, fish, hunt, and enjoy the beauty of Alaska.

Meredith Hoopes was born and raised in Anchorage and graduated from the University of Alaska Fairbanks with a bachelor's degree in music education.  She teaches choir and band at Begich Middle School, gives private music instruction, and serves as an accomplished trumpeter and pianist, and has a knack for learning how to play new instrume

Meredith Hoopes was born and raised in Anchorage and graduated from the University of Alaska Fairbanks with a bachelor's degree in music education.  She teaches choir and band at Begich Middle School, gives private music instruction, and serves as an accomplished trumpeter and pianist, and has a knack for learning how to play new instruments.  When she's not singing, strumming or blowing her horn, she enjoys hiking, gardening, and playing with power tools.  She currently shares her home with three sweet rescue kitties and one rambunctious rescue pup.   

Born and raised in Anchorage, Summer Rae Kuhns is an alumnus of West Anchorage High School and a graduate of the renowned Westminster Choir College. Summer is honored to return home and perform again with the Alaska Chamber Singers. Her time at Westminster has been a whirlwind, including past engagements with Westminster Opera Theatre, in

Born and raised in Anchorage, Summer Rae Kuhns is an alumnus of West Anchorage High School and a graduate of the renowned Westminster Choir College. Summer is honored to return home and perform again with the Alaska Chamber Singers. Her time at Westminster has been a whirlwind, including past engagements with Westminster Opera Theatre, in roles such as “Cendrillon” in Pauline Viardot’s Cendrillon, touring through multiple countries and singing multiple seasons with the award-winning Westminster Choir. Summer has also won first place awards with the New Jersey NATS Festival of Singing and the Westminster Voice Awards. Summer looks forward to being back home and enjoying every bit of Alaskan life while preparing to continue her graduate studies in music.

Yan Liu was born and raised in a musical family in China. She was immersed and learned to play many types of different instruments with her family. She got her bachelor's and master's degrees in Music Education at China Conservatory of Music. Afterward, she studied Voice Performance at the Boston Conservatory at Berklee. She is a passiona

Yan Liu was born and raised in a musical family in China. She was immersed and learned to play many types of different instruments with her family. She got her bachelor's and master's degrees in Music Education at China Conservatory of Music. Afterward, she studied Voice Performance at the Boston Conservatory at Berklee. She is a passionate performer, singing Bel Canto, Chinese traditional songs, and musicals. She also enjoys music education. She has been teaching piano, vocal, and music theory for 13 years. Even though she is now busy running her family car rental business, she’s still passionate and loves her music career.

 Amanda Madden is a lifelong Alaskan and performer with a Bachelor of Arts in Music from UAA. In addition to the Alaska Chamber Singers, she performs regularly with the Anchorage Opera and her nationally acclaimed barbershop quartet “Rewind”. Amanda owns and operates Siren Beauty, a beauty studio offering aesthetic services in Anchorage s

 Amanda Madden is a lifelong Alaskan and performer with a Bachelor of Arts in Music from UAA. In addition to the Alaska Chamber Singers, she performs regularly with the Anchorage Opera and her nationally acclaimed barbershop quartet “Rewind”. Amanda owns and operates Siren Beauty, a beauty studio offering aesthetic services in Anchorage since 2020. In her off time she supports her community through Anchorage South Rotary and the Burning Man Project. She would like to thank her incredibly handsome husband, Spencer, for his endless love and support of her passions as they navigate raising their son, Ethan, three Sphynx cats, and two dogs. When they’re not off exploring the world, you can often find them enjoying the great outdoors by snowmachining, backpacking, and skiing.  

Kimberly Martin has been singing as part of Alaska Chamber Singers since 2000. She enjoys the fulfillment her garden and flower beds provide during the beautiful Alaskan summers. Along with her bachelor’s in education from Eastern Mennonite University, she completed a minor in Music. Kimberley performed with the university’s Chamber Singe

Kimberly Martin has been singing as part of Alaska Chamber Singers since 2000. She enjoys the fulfillment her garden and flower beds provide during the beautiful Alaskan summers. Along with her bachelor’s in education from Eastern Mennonite University, she completed a minor in Music. Kimberley performed with the university’s Chamber Singers for four years under the directorship of Kenneth Nafziger. Currently Kimberly is teaching 2nd grade at the Alaska Native Cultural Charter School in Anchorage.  

 Elizabeth Astle looks forward to choir practice every week and plans to keep singing while she and Denali still stand. She has a music degree from Brigham Young University and a master’s in International Affairs from Georgetown. She currently works for the Alaska World Affairs Council and plays organ at her church. She and her husband en

 Elizabeth Astle looks forward to choir practice every week and plans to keep singing while she and Denali still stand. She has a music degree from Brigham Young University and a master’s in International Affairs from Georgetown. She currently works for the Alaska World Affairs Council and plays organ at her church. She and her husband enjoy being the parents of four moderately delightful children.

Mary Britton arrived in Anchorage in January 2014, joining her husband, Jack, who had been transferred here for his work.  She holds a Bachelor of Music in Piano Performance and a Bachelor of Music Education in Music Therapy from Phillips University.  She has worked as a music therapist, conductor, singer, solo handbell ringer, and had an

Mary Britton arrived in Anchorage in January 2014, joining her husband, Jack, who had been transferred here for his work.  She holds a Bachelor of Music in Piano Performance and a Bachelor of Music Education in Music Therapy from Phillips University.  She has worked as a music therapist, conductor, singer, solo handbell ringer, and had an active piano studio in Louisville, KY.  She was thrilled to find a vibrant arts community here in Alaska, especially the Alaska Chamber Singers, where she has sung since Fall 2016.  Now retired, Mary is active in her church, PEO Chapter J, reading groups, and exploring our beautiful state.

Liesl Davenport-Wheeler is a music educator with training in voice, piano and French Horn. She joined Alaska Chamber Singers in 1999. She studied music at the University of Oregon and received her master’s degree in music education from the University of Southern Mississippi. She taught high school choir for over 20 years, five of which a

Liesl Davenport-Wheeler is a music educator with training in voice, piano and French Horn. She joined Alaska Chamber Singers in 1999. She studied music at the University of Oregon and received her master’s degree in music education from the University of Southern Mississippi. She taught high school choir for over 20 years, five of which also included middle and high school band. She currently teaches music at Trailside Elementary and has since 2016. She is also the choir director at Turnagain United Methodist Church. She sings with the Alaska Sound Celebration Chorus and is a part of a barbershop quartet called The Chillys. One of her most memorable music making experiences is marching her freshman year of college with the University of Oregon marching band. When she is not making or teaching music, she walks her dogs, knits, gardens, cooks, reads, puts together puzzles, goes to the cabin or explores Alaska with her husband in the camper.

Mikayla Forbes is originally from Utah, and moved to Alaska in summer of 2023. She grew up singing and learning instruments throughout grade school. This inspired her to go to Southern Utah University and study choral music education so she could share her love for music and singing with the next generation. She has since taught middle an

Mikayla Forbes is originally from Utah, and moved to Alaska in summer of 2023. She grew up singing and learning instruments throughout grade school. This inspired her to go to Southern Utah University and study choral music education so she could share her love for music and singing with the next generation. She has since taught middle and high school choir and is currently the choir director at Dimond High School. In her free time, Mikayla enjoys spending time with her family, painting her nails, playing video games, and making various arts and crafts.

Annie Herzog has been singing with the Alaska Chamber Singers since she moved to Alaska in 2020. She earned her Bachelor's in Vocal Performance from Pacific Lutheran University where she sang with the Choir of the West.  Annie also sang several opera roles during her time at PLU including Rosina in Rossini's il barbiere di siviglia and 

Annie Herzog has been singing with the Alaska Chamber Singers since she moved to Alaska in 2020. She earned her Bachelor's in Vocal Performance from Pacific Lutheran University where she sang with the Choir of the West.  Annie also sang several opera roles during her time at PLU including Rosina in Rossini's il barbiere di siviglia and Hermia in Britten's A midsummer night's dream. In 2015 Annie was awarded the encouragement award at the Northwest Region Metropolitan Opera Auditions. She later went on to sing with PLU's Choral Union, Tacoma Opera, and CWU's Chamber Choir. Annie teaches choir at West Anchorage High School. When she is not teaching she enjoys hiking, playing with her cat Stella, and baking.

Katherine Huffman, sop II, began singing with ACS around 1991.  She has also enjoyed performing with the Anchorage Concert Chorus, Anchorage Opera, AVE and the Anchorage Folk Festival.  Since studying voice in college Katherine is grateful to notice that some of her best friends and artistic experiences have been made being part of the An

Katherine Huffman, sop II, began singing with ACS around 1991.  She has also enjoyed performing with the Anchorage Concert Chorus, Anchorage Opera, AVE and the Anchorage Folk Festival.  Since studying voice in college Katherine is grateful to notice that some of her best friends and artistic experiences have been made being part of the Anchorage musical community.  With special gratitude to her high school guitar teacher, Henry Hedberg, who recommended she try out for the choir.

Gabi Manacio is a first year Chamber Singer! She is one of the youngest members in the choir. She has been consistently singing since 8th grade and decided to join Service High School’s choir her freshman year. Since then she has participated in multiple state-level music festivals, including Alaska All State Choir and Alaska All State So

Gabi Manacio is a first year Chamber Singer! She is one of the youngest members in the choir. She has been consistently singing since 8th grade and decided to join Service High School’s choir her freshman year. Since then she has participated in multiple state-level music festivals, including Alaska All State Choir and Alaska All State Solo-Ensemble. She’s excited to perform with her teacher and other amazing and talented people.  Gabi also plays varsity Women’s Flag Football and recently placed second in the first state championship. When Gabi isn’t sleeping or studying, she enjoys spending time with family and friends.

Dr. Tamara McCoy is a pianist and contralto on the faculty at UAA and APU. She is Music Director at Anchorage Lutheran Church and produces the Anchorage Lutheran Concert Series. In 2018, she won first prize in the Alaska State and the Northwest Regional NATS Adult Avocational Voice Auditions. Tamara has been the recipient of several award

Dr. Tamara McCoy is a pianist and contralto on the faculty at UAA and APU. She is Music Director at Anchorage Lutheran Church and produces the Anchorage Lutheran Concert Series. In 2018, she won first prize in the Alaska State and the Northwest Regional NATS Adult Avocational Voice Auditions. Tamara has been the recipient of several awards from the Rasmuson Foundation and the Alaska State Council on the Arts.  She was a featured artist on the NPR/Houston Public Media podcast Classical Classroom. Tamara serves in the Hiland Mountain Lullaby Project and performed her composition at the Lullaby Celebration Concert at Carnegie Hall. She has performed most notably in New York, Russia, the Czech Republic, the United Kingdom and Brazil

 Amanda Joy Myers obtained her Bachelor of Music, specializing in voice, and her Master of Arts in Teaching Elementary Education from Eastern Oregon University. She has participated in many plays and musicals, was an active member in the EOU Chamber Choir, and has taught Children's Choir and Children's Theatre for a variety of age groups,

 Amanda Joy Myers obtained her Bachelor of Music, specializing in voice, and her Master of Arts in Teaching Elementary Education from Eastern Oregon University. She has participated in many plays and musicals, was an active member in the EOU Chamber Choir, and has taught Children's Choir and Children's Theatre for a variety of age groups, both in the United States and abroad. Amanda directs the Anchor Lutheran School Choir and works as the Worship Coordinator for Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church. Amanda is currently taking a break  from full-time teaching to raise her two children, Joy and Jack. Along with her husband, Matthew Baxter, the family enjoys traveling the world, experiencing new foods, hiking, rafting, and camping.

Natalie Valladolid has been in the Service High School Choir since her freshman year and Concert Choir since her sophomore year, but has loved singing since she was little. Natalie has participated in events such as Solo Ensemble, Alaska All-State and Large Group. Outside of singing, Natalie is apart of the Varisty Hockey and Basketball C

Natalie Valladolid has been in the Service High School Choir since her freshman year and Concert Choir since her sophomore year, but has loved singing since she was little. Natalie has participated in events such as Solo Ensemble, Alaska All-State and Large Group. Outside of singing, Natalie is apart of the Varisty Hockey and Basketball Cheerleading team and the Service High School Biomedical Career Academy. During her free time, Natalie loves to play games and watch movies. 

Jeremy Austin grew up in Southeast Alaska in a largish family of classical and folk musicians, studied music pedagogy in British Columbia, and taught privately until 2018 in the Interior of Alaska. French horn, piano, voice, and arranging are particular musical passions. He also enjoys producing live recordings and concert films for the S

Jeremy Austin grew up in Southeast Alaska in a largish family of classical and folk musicians, studied music pedagogy in British Columbia, and taught privately until 2018 in the Interior of Alaska. French horn, piano, voice, and arranging are particular musical passions. He also enjoys producing live recordings and concert films for the Singers. His third career in software product management keeps him busy traveling but also leaves him time to enjoy singing, supported by his wife and two musical kids in college. 

 Jack Britton has been singing in choirs since age 5 and playing cello in orchestras since age 11, and continues to enjoy performing in both large groups and small ensembles.  He and his wife, Mary, moved to Anchorage in 2013, and started singing with the Alaska Chamber Singers in 2016.  His musical resume includes the Columbus, MS Madrig

 Jack Britton has been singing in choirs since age 5 and playing cello in orchestras since age 11, and continues to enjoy performing in both large groups and small ensembles.  He and his wife, Mary, moved to Anchorage in 2013, and started singing with the Alaska Chamber Singers in 2016.  His musical resume includes the Columbus, MS Madrigal Singers as well the Columbus Symphony, several years with the Louisville Thoroughbred Chorus, an internationally renowned Barbershop chorus, and 8 years as principal cellist of the Indiana University Southeast orchestra.  A retired military and commercial pilot, he leads a happy life here in Anchorage. 

Joseph Cruz  has a bachelors degree in Music Education from UAA and has performed in a myriad of venues. I started singing in 2013 when I joined the Glee Club at UAA, joined the music program and joined university singers, and throughout the program sang jazz, opera, classical and musical theater. On my off time, I’d sometimes sing karaok

Joseph Cruz  has a bachelors degree in Music Education from UAA and has performed in a myriad of venues. I started singing in 2013 when I joined the Glee Club at UAA, joined the music program and joined university singers, and throughout the program sang jazz, opera, classical and musical theater. On my off time, I’d sometimes sing karaoke at the Blue Fox, go bowling, or play board games with friends.  

Andrew Gray sang professionally with the Estonian National Male Choir in Tallinn, Estonia, in the early 2000s. While living in Europe, he also performed with the Estonian National Opera Chorus, the Haapsalu Early Music Festival, and the Savonlinna Opera Festival in Finland. He was the tenor soloist for St. Ignatius of Antioch Episcopal Ch

Andrew Gray sang professionally with the Estonian National Male Choir in Tallinn, Estonia, in the early 2000s. While living in Europe, he also performed with the Estonian National Opera Chorus, the Haapsalu Early Music Festival, and the Savonlinna Opera Festival in Finland. He was the tenor soloist for St. Ignatius of Antioch Episcopal Church in Manhattan in the late 2000s. Originally from Texas, he sang with the New Texas Festival Chamber Singers, the Victoria Bach Festival, and Conspirare, all under the direction of Craig Hella Johnson. He also sings with the Anchorage Opera Chorus. He is a physician assistant at Alaska Urgent Care, an Army veteran, and he represents the UMED district in the Alaska State House.

David Ianson Ph.D. has been singing for a long time. He has performed in five university chorales, numerous madrigal, and opera ensembles. He has been a professional Christmas Caroler, madrigal performer, Portland Opera performer, tenor with the Russian American Colony Singers, numerous community choruses and begins his 14th year with Ala

David Ianson Ph.D. has been singing for a long time. He has performed in five university chorales, numerous madrigal, and opera ensembles. He has been a professional Christmas Caroler, madrigal performer, Portland Opera performer, tenor with the Russian American Colony Singers, numerous community choruses and begins his 14th year with Alaska Chamber Singers. He is Classically and Opera trained, is a “Mycorrhizast” and the State Agronomist for the USDA.

 Mark Iverson is a charter member of the Alaska Chamber Singers. His 58 years of choral singing began in his mother's church choir and includes the USAF Academy Cadet Chorale, which he joined so he could stand at ease for a few hours each week. He performed with the Alaska Chamber Singers at the American Choral Directors Association conve

 Mark Iverson is a charter member of the Alaska Chamber Singers. His 58 years of choral singing began in his mother's church choir and includes the USAF Academy Cadet Chorale, which he joined so he could stand at ease for a few hours each week. He performed with the Alaska Chamber Singers at the American Choral Directors Association conventions in Seattle, Washington and in Vancouver, British Columbia and at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C. He has also performed with the Anchorage Opera (for over 15 years), the Basically Bach Festivals, Anchorage Summer Music Festivals and the 25th Statehood Anniversary Russian Choir.  He retired as an IT project manager after having been employed within the Alaska oil industry for 39 years. 

 Andrew McKnight moved to Anchorage in June of 2024 with his wife and son. He grew up in southwest Missouri and began singing in choir at church with his dad. He went to Southwest Baptist University for his bachelor degree, while singing in the Concert Choir and the Chorale and taking voice lessons. Upon graduation, he went to Eastern Mic

 Andrew McKnight moved to Anchorage in June of 2024 with his wife and son. He grew up in southwest Missouri and began singing in choir at church with his dad. He went to Southwest Baptist University for his bachelor degree, while singing in the Concert Choir and the Chorale and taking voice lessons. Upon graduation, he went to Eastern Michigan University for a Masters in Piano Performance, where he continued singing in and traveling with their choirs. Andrew then studied Choral Conducting at Westminster Choir College over the summer with James Jordan and in Tennessee, where he sang with the Nashville Symphony Chorus under Tucker Biddlecombe. He now Pastors The Anchor Missionary Baptist Church and teaches music in Anchorage, AK. 

Jim Powell is one of the few remaining Chamber Singers who sang our first concert. His singing began in high school, continued at the U. S. Merchant Marine Academy (Kings Point) and through law school in Ann Arbor. His Alaska singing debut was in Fairbanks with the Messiah tenor solos in 1964. He then continued with those solos for the ne

Jim Powell is one of the few remaining Chamber Singers who sang our first concert. His singing began in high school, continued at the U. S. Merchant Marine Academy (Kings Point) and through law school in Ann Arbor. His Alaska singing debut was in Fairbanks with the Messiah tenor solos in 1964. He then continued with those solos for the next 20 years in Anchorage. He practiced civil trial law for 40 years in Anchorage, and now runs a B&B in Turnagain. He is frequently seen on his bike or flying his Cessna at Merrill Field.

Bardon Simons grew up in Seattle where he received his early musical training-playing violin in school orchestras. Seeking new outlets for musical expression while at Whitman College, he joined the college madrigal and concert choirs and performed as a chorus member in college opera productions. Since moving to Anchorage in 1985, he has s

Bardon Simons grew up in Seattle where he received his early musical training-playing violin in school orchestras. Seeking new outlets for musical expression while at Whitman College, he joined the college madrigal and concert choirs and performed as a chorus member in college opera productions. Since moving to Anchorage in 1985, he has sung with the Anchorage Concert Chorus, Anchorage Festival of Music, Anchorage Opera, and National Symphony Orchestra during its 1992 Alaska tour. Bardon enjoys gardening and reading history and biographies when taking a break from his job as business manager for a commercial real estate development firm. 

Phil Cheasebro was born and raised in Aztec, NM and moved to Alaska in 2009.  Phil has been a member of many ensembles (classical, contemporary, rock/country, a cappella, and barbershop) throughout New Mexico, Colorado, Alaska and New York.   Phil sang for 5 seasons with the Anchorage Opera and has performed with the New York Lyric Opera 

Phil Cheasebro was born and raised in Aztec, NM and moved to Alaska in 2009.  Phil has been a member of many ensembles (classical, contemporary, rock/country, a cappella, and barbershop) throughout New Mexico, Colorado, Alaska and New York.   Phil sang for 5 seasons with the Anchorage Opera and has performed with the New York Lyric Opera and received his Bachelor of Music in vocal performance under Dr. Mari Hahn from University of Alaska Anchorage. Phil is very involved in barbershop, participating in many local, regional and international events. He currently directs the Anchorage Midnight Sons Chorus and was musical director the Manhattan based Big Apple Chorus, and associate musical director of Voices of Gotham. 

Jason Clifford has been singing in choirs since age 7 and has loved choral performance ever since then! He has participated in a number of choral groups from elementary and church choirs, through high school, college and a few community choruses post college. He was raised in Texas, but moved from Hawaii to Alaska in 2024. He works with 

Jason Clifford has been singing in choirs since age 7 and has loved choral performance ever since then! He has participated in a number of choral groups from elementary and church choirs, through high school, college and a few community choruses post college. He was raised in Texas, but moved from Hawaii to Alaska in 2024. He works with Southern Glazer's as the Pernod Ricard Brand Manager for the state of Alaska. He spends his time with his wife and three children who love to explore Alaska through hiking, camping and fishing.

Ken Diemer grew up in rural upstate New York, and began musical training at age 10. He received his education first at a local community college, and then at the New England Conservatory of Music in Boston where he majored in vocal performance. Ken has had the good fortune to perform with The Boston Symphony Orchestra, The Boston Pops Orc

Ken Diemer grew up in rural upstate New York, and began musical training at age 10. He received his education first at a local community college, and then at the New England Conservatory of Music in Boston where he majored in vocal performance. Ken has had the good fortune to perform with The Boston Symphony Orchestra, The Boston Pops Orchestra, The Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra at the Casals Festival, and at other New England Music Festivals. He later obtained his degree in biological anthropology with honors, and his law degree while in New England. Ken has lived in Alaska for over 25 years where he has practiced both criminal and civil law as a State of Alaska Assistant Attorney General, and currently is a supervisor for the Department of Natural Resources Division of Oil and Gas.

Tim Fosket has been singing all his life and can't seem to stop; he has performed in 46 states and five Canadian Provinces. In Anchorage he has been a member of the Alaska Heritage A Cappella Choir, Batteries Not Included, Anchorage Concert Chorus, the Russian American Colony Singers, Anchorage Opera, Next in Line Productions and now, aft

Tim Fosket has been singing all his life and can't seem to stop; he has performed in 46 states and five Canadian Provinces. In Anchorage he has been a member of the Alaska Heritage A Cappella Choir, Batteries Not Included, Anchorage Concert Chorus, the Russian American Colony Singers, Anchorage Opera, Next in Line Productions and now, after a long break, is returning to Alaska Chamber Singers. He moved to Alaska from Seattle where he sang with the Seattle Men's Chorus and Esoterics; prior to that he sang with the Tanglewood Festival Chorus in Boston. It all started in high school when a music teacher told him to let go of the cello and join the choir. Secretly he still misses that cello.

Lyndon Harder has been immersed in choral music for nearly as long as he can remember – churches, grade school, high school varsity, and university glee club. Post school, Lyndon was accepted into the US Army Europe Band and Chorus and later sang with the Augusta Choral Society in Georgia. Lyndon has sung with the Alaska Chamber Singers f

Lyndon Harder has been immersed in choral music for nearly as long as he can remember – churches, grade school, high school varsity, and university glee club. Post school, Lyndon was accepted into the US Army Europe Band and Chorus and later sang with the Augusta Choral Society in Georgia. Lyndon has sung with the Alaska Chamber Singers for most of the ACS seasons since 2013. He is retired from the US Army – intelligence fields, and from the US Government, having served as an analyst. Lyndon and his wife are avid river kayakers; and Lyndon is an active nature photographer, with special interests in landscapes and wildflowers. The Harders live perched on a mountainside near Eagle River and are both volunteer trail crew members and “roving naturalists” at the nearby Eagle River Nature Center.

Griffin Lindsay is a junior at UAA, studying political science and vocal performance. He has recently performed as Maximillian in UAA’s production of Bernstein’s Candide. Additionally, Griffin competes in NATS classical and musical theatre competitions locally and is excited to participate in the Anchorage Opera’s Young Artist Development

Griffin Lindsay is a junior at UAA, studying political science and vocal performance. He has recently performed as Maximillian in UAA’s production of Bernstein’s Candide. Additionally, Griffin competes in NATS classical and musical theatre competitions locally and is excited to participate in the Anchorage Opera’s Young Artist Development Program as they prepare for this season's productions, including Mozart in the Museum.

Franco Nero graduated from Boise State University in 2022 with a Bachelor of Arts in Music. He was a part of the Boise State Meistersingers for 5 years, and quickly realized that he loves getting into the details of organization and logistics in the music industry. He is now working as an academic advisor at UAA and is currently pursuing 

Franco Nero graduated from Boise State University in 2022 with a Bachelor of Arts in Music. He was a part of the Boise State Meistersingers for 5 years, and quickly realized that he loves getting into the details of organization and logistics in the music industry. He is now working as an academic advisor at UAA and is currently pursuing an MBA through the university. Apart from singing, Franco enjoys knitting, traveling, and learning different languages.

 Robert Prentice has lived in Alaska his whole life. Born into a musical family, he was introduced to singing at a young age through his church’s choir. On a whim, he decided to join the West High Choir in his sophomore year, and has since participated in multiple state-level music festivals, including All-State and Solo & Ensemble, earni

 Robert Prentice has lived in Alaska his whole life. Born into a musical family, he was introduced to singing at a young age through his church’s choir. On a whim, he decided to join the West High Choir in his sophomore year, and has since participated in multiple state-level music festivals, including All-State and Solo & Ensemble, earning multiple Command Performances in the latter. Despite his baldness, he is in fact the youngest singer in the group! In addition to music, he also enjoys reading, hiking, camping, and spending time with his dog, Lady 

Teanekuma Pulini has lived in Anchorage his whole life, and has always enjoyed singing. Watching a concert of the West High School choir influenced his decision to join the Romig Choir, and there his teacher, Gabrielle Pierle, instilled a love for singing classically and in a choral setting. He summarily joined the West High Choir, and be

Teanekuma Pulini has lived in Anchorage his whole life, and has always enjoyed singing. Watching a concert of the West High School choir influenced his decision to join the Romig Choir, and there his teacher, Gabrielle Pierle, instilled a love for singing classically and in a choral setting. He summarily joined the West High Choir, and began singing with the Alaska Chamber Singers in 2021, his freshman year. He has also participated in Solo & Ensemble and Alaska All-State Festivals, performing in Command and as a First Chair. He has sung in many sections, from Bass to Alto. Some additional music interests include the piano and pipe organ.

Jon Rippe  grew up in Northern Virginia and started singing at a very young age.  He discovered chamber music in high school and had the pleasure of touring Europe with The Sound of America Honor Band & Chorus after graduating in 2004.  From his late teens into his early twenties, he sang with over a dozen different choirs and musical ens

Jon Rippe  grew up in Northern Virginia and started singing at a very young age.  He discovered chamber music in high school and had the pleasure of touring Europe with The Sound of America Honor Band & Chorus after graduating in 2004.  From his late teens into his early twenties, he sang with over a dozen different choirs and musical ensembles ranging from jazz quartets to 100+ voice chorales.  After enlisting in the Air Force, Jon took a six year hiatus from singing until joining Alaska Chamber Singers in 2018.  During COVID, he combined his technological aptitude and his musical experience to create virtual content for both himself and ACS.

Dr. Bruce Wood is Music Director of the Alaska Youth Orchestras.  From 2014-21 he was Director of Fine Arts for the Anchorage School district.  A cellist and baritone, Dr. Wood has sung with ACS for the last nine years and appeared as a soloist on numerous concerts.  In addition, Dr. Wood was a member of Conspirare, a Grammy winning choir

Dr. Bruce Wood is Music Director of the Alaska Youth Orchestras.  From 2014-21 he was Director of Fine Arts for the Anchorage School district.  A cellist and baritone, Dr. Wood has sung with ACS for the last nine years and appeared as a soloist on numerous concerts.  In addition, Dr. Wood was a member of Conspirare, a Grammy winning choir based in Texas.  Dr. Wood received his master's and Ph.D. from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and his bachelor's degree from Morningside College in Sioux City, Iowa. Before coming to Alaska Dr. Wood was a faculty member of the Texas Tech School of Music. Dr. Wood has been published by the American String Teachers' Journal, Strings Magazine, GIA publications, and has written a book entitled, The Yin and Yang of Teaching Music. In addition, Dr. Wood was the founding Music Director of the Youth Orchestras of Lubbock.. Dr. Wood's wife, Brooke, works for the Anchorage Museum.