STAFF BIOS

CHRIS DE LEON, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR [email: chris@ssychoirs.org]

Chris de Leon is a graduate of the University of Washington, School of Music, where he studied Music Education and was awarded the Zesbaugh Scholarship for showing promise in Educational Leadership. Chris is in his forth year as Director of Choirs and Orchestra at Totem Middle School in Federal Way and has been a strong role model and leader for his students. His choir consistently receives the highest ratings at music festivals and has earned a great reputation throughout the community for truly connecting with his students. Chris also held the position of Assistant Director of the internationally recognized Seattle Girl's Choir (Allegra) for the past two years working amongst the top musical directors in the area.

MEGAN OBERFIELD, ARTISTIC DIRECTOR [email: megan@ssychoirs.org]

Megan Oberfield is a graduate of Westminster Choir College where she studied Music Education and Voice, and holds a Master of Music Education, Kodaly Emphasis, from Silver Lake College. She teaches choir and general music in Federal Way Public Schools, is the Director of Music for First United Methodist Church in Tacoma and is Music Director for Puget Sound Revels, where she orchestrates a variety of seasonal celebrations throughout the year, culminating in The Christmas Revels. Megan also teaches private voice lessons and performs in various venues.