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MEET OUR DIRECTORS & ACCOMPANIST

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MATTHEW FRABLE

Chorus Director

Matthew has more than three decades experience in directing choral and instrumental ensembles in community, school, and church settings. He has   bachelor’s degrees in music therapy and music education from Southern Methodist University in Dallas, Texas, and a master’s degree in sacred music from Trinity Lutheran Seminary in Columbus, Ohio. He is the Minister of Worship and Creative Arts at Christ Greenfield Church in Gilbert, AZ. In addition to directing vocal choirs, Matthew's performing arts experiences include piano and organ recitals, directing handbell choirs, writing and teaching music and drama classes, and directing theatrical productions.  When not teaching, directing, or doing music, Matthew can often be found running as he trains for various races and marathons

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JOAN EVANS
 

Assistant Director

Joan joined the chorus in 1996 and became the   Assistant Director in 2000. She has bachelor’s and   master’s degrees in music education from the Crane School of Music-SUNY in Potsdam, New York. Joan also played flute with the Fountain Hills Chamber Players for many years. Following a career in human resources, she currently works full-time as a concierge at Fountain View Village, and does volunteer work for Fearless Kitty Rescue & Best Friends Animal Society,

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Colalborative Pianist

CHUWEN WANG

Chuwen Wang works closely with the ensemble to prepare for concerts, festivals, and special events. An active performer both in the United States and abroad, she has appeared in recitals, chamber music concerts, and vocal collaborations, including performances in her home country of China. She has worked with singers and instrumentalists across a wide range of repertoire, from classical art songs to contemporary works. She has enriched her musical artistry through masterclasses with renowned artists, continuously deepening her collaborative skills.

 

Currently pursuing her Doctor of Musical Arts degree in Collaborative Piano at Arizona State University, Wang also holds a Master of Music from Rice University and a Bachelor of Music from the University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music. She has participated in prestigious programs such as the Collaborative Piano Institute and the Eastern Music Festival, and is a prizewinner at the Clara Schumann International Competition and the Medici International Music Competition. She values the joy of making music together and is grateful for the opportunity to share meaningful performances with the community

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