Our Team
The San Diego Master Chorale team includes the artistic leaders, administrative staff, and board members who bring our performances, learning opportunities, and community programs to life. Learn more about the people who guide and support the Chorale’s work throughout San Diego County.
Artistic Staff
John K. Russell
MUSIC DIRECTOR
Ramon Cardenas
ASSISTANT CONDUCTOR
Bryan Verhoye
ACCOMPANIST
Duncan Matthew
OPERATIONS & ENGAGEMENT COORDINATOR
ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF
Jen Rogers
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Dia Bassett
AUDIENCE & DEVELOPMENT COORDINATOR
Caroline Wilson
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
Aaron Peraza-Baker
CONCERT HOUSE MANAGER
Patricia Hay
HISTORIAN
Board of Directors
BOARD OFFICERS
Thomas Amilien
BOARD PRESIDENT
Rob Taylor
TREASURER
Alison Bloomfield Meyer
SECRETARY
BOARD MEMBERS
Julie Ames
DIRECTOR
Jane Baker
DIRECTOR
Kieran de Terra
DIRECTOR
Thomas Hipkins
DIRECTOR
Erin Knight
DIRECTOR
Tonett Peraza-Baker
DIRECTOR
David Rogers
DIRECTOR
Meri Rogoff
DIRECTOR
Jim Shelley
PAST PRESIDENT
Rainier Trinidad
DIRECTOR
Learn more about the San Diego Master Chorale, meet our Chorale singers, or explore our 2026–27 Season.