Who is conducting these choruses?
Dr. Martín Benvenuto is Interim Artistic Director of YWCP and conductor of its premier chorus, the Young Women’s Chorus of San Francisco (YWC). Dr. Benvenuto is one of the Bay Area’s finest conductors and is a treble choir specialist.
Vivo Chorus is directed by Kodály choral music educator Gemma Arguelles. Ms. Arguelles brings over 20 years of experience in choral music education to YWCP.
Allegro Chorus and Arietta Singers is directed by Kodály choral music educator Samantha Maas-Baldwin who has exceptional ability to nurture the love of singing in each chorister.
Prelude Chorus and Dolce Singers is directed by Kodály choral music educator Katie Jenks. Ms. Jenks is a teacher in the Oakland Unified School District and brings a love of music and passion for teaching our youngest singers.