WEDNESDAY, APRIL 8, 2026
Welcome to the inaugural St. Mary’s College of Maryland Choral Festival.
What began as an idea a hope to bring together young singers from across our region has grown into a day centered on collaboration, artistry, and shared joy. This festival was envisioned as a space where students could not only refine their musical skills, but also experience the power of collective voice: many individuals coming together to create something meaningful, vibrant, and alive.
At its core, this festival is about connection. Connection to one another, to the music, and to the broader tradition of choral singing that continues to shape and reflect our communities.
We are deeply grateful to the directors who have prepared their students with care and intention, and to the students themselves for showing up with openness, curiosity, and commitment. Your presence is what makes this day possible.
This event would not exist without the generous support of our sponsors, the dedication of the faculty and staff at St. Mary’s College of Maryland, and the incredible work of our student volunteers, who have given their time and energy to ensure that every detail is thoughtfully executed. We also extend sincere thanks to our accompanists and clinicians, whose artistry and expertise help bring this music to life
It is our hope that today affirms each singer’s place in this art form that every voice here matters, and that the act of singing together can be both excellent and joyful
Th k f b i t f this beginning.
ing Arts
Program
FESTIVAL CHOIR
Hheshe
We are opening all of our doors and inviting you to come in and listen to us sing, you are welcome We are here, and we are ready to sing for everyone
All Star (As an English Madrigal)
You Will be Found
ST. MARY’S SINGERS
The Word Was God
Elements
II Air
III. Fire
HOPE IN HARMONY
INSPIRE, ASPIRE (DIRECTED BY BRIAN KUHN), AND DESIRE
The Music of Living
White Winter Hymnal
John the Revelator
Hlohonolofatsa
COMBINED CHOIRS
TaReKiTa
Mpumelelo Manyathi, arranger b 1998
Music Down in My Soul
Nathan Howe, arranger b 1982
Mac Huff, arranger
Rosephanye Powell b 1962
Katerina Gimon b 1993
Dan Forrest b. 1978
Alan Billingsley, arranger b. 1950
Paul Caldwell, b. 1963
Sean Ivory, b. 1969
Daniel Jackson, arranger 1957-2025
Reena Esmail b. 1962
Moses Hogan, arranger 1957-2003
Festival Choir
Soprano I
Jadyn Minnigh
Rebecca Weathersbee
Chloé Swann
Kylah Gwynn
Savannah Bateman
Sarena Hohnsbehn
Lily Cullison
Haley Hermann
Trinity Berry
Soprano II
Christina McClearn
Makayla Hansen
Helena Zyga
Autumn Lowe
Jennavieve Lewis
Lucy Middaugh
Kara Bowser
Isabelle Strutt
Alley Holliday
Isabelle Strutt
Alto I
Jordan Dugue'
Bella Valentina Toirac
Summer Phan
Abbie DeLong
Zoe Chorney
Daysia Anne Brabble
Laina Gwynn
Jewellianna Lewis
Olivia Gross
Alto II
Siena Aller
Sam Wise
Kori-Marie Jackson
Ella Dowe
Adrianna Nick
Kathleen Hutton
Audrey Hupp
Erin Tennyson, collaborative pianist
McKendre Jay, djembe
Tenor I
Josh Phillip Dugue'
Jacob Davis
Phia Eardley
Derrell Gross, Jr.
Tenor II
Colton Ward
Michael Joseph Bowles
Dan Payne
Brody Dennis
Alex Chen
Joseph DiBonaventuro
Bass I
Peter Adler
Damien Edward Lynn
Josh Trueman Butson
Kevin May
Nate Corbin
Hamid Sawadogo
Damien Reynolds
Bass II
Aidan Orion
Gavin Gutierrez
Preston Petitjean
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Brittany Chanell Johnson, director
Soprano
Maya Colohan
Natalie Day
Molly Donlon
Kaeli Klos
Bea Lehman
Meredith Nishiura
Lily Viets
Nat Zeller
Alto
Zoe Buzzell
Mia Cary
Sadie Grzymalski
Ava Jefferson
La’Trelle McCrae
Taylor Pratt
Ariel Stevenson
Tenor
Fredys Cruz-Sorto
John Gaskins
Nasyr Mathis-Chambers
Alex Waters Bass
Khamani Johnson
Daniel O’Donoghue
Bryant Patterson
Ember Schriffries
Soprano
Caroline Annan
Kourtney Breuer
Kelly Combs
Laine Gleisner Ritchey
Gracie Knudson
Catey Mayhew
Rachael Meador
Emma Querry
Kylie Teston
Kara Wilmoth
Alto
Abby Aina
Amy Gass
Olivia Gass
Stephanie Gioia-Ely
Alyssa Gross
Jasmine Jackson
Joy Jones
Samantha Keiter
Lauren Kirscht
Stephanie Laut
Katie Sheldon
Kylie Teston, assistant director
Erin Tennyson, collaborative pianist
McKendre Jay, djembe
Tenor:
Tony Aina
Joshua Dugue
David Fazekas
Gabriel Gray
Logan Lehman
Dan Robinson
Ernest Sallee
Colton Ward
Collin Wicker
Bass:
Peter Adler
Joshua Butson
Justin Kirby
Rob Korsan
Brian Kuhn
Christopher Limjuco
Preston Petitjean
Anthony Richardson
Patrick Wathen
St. Mary’s Singers
Brittany Chanell Johnson, director
Erin Tennyson, collaborative pianist
Hope in Harmony
TC O’Brien, director
