Andrea Solya
Artistic Director
Chamber Choir and Youth Chorale Conductor

Ann Marie Morrissette
Concert Choir Conductor
Ann Marie is the choir director at Central High School in Champaign, IL. She received her teaching certification and Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in vocal performance from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Mrs. Morrissette has performed in many musicals and operas with the Illinois Opera Theatre and Parkland College, as well as solo performances with the Champaign-Urbana Symphony Orchestra. Mrs. Morrissette is a former member of CIYC and sang under its founder, Carolyn Paulin.

Emily Kuchenbrod
Music Makers Conductor

Kathy Kew Lee
Administrative Director
Kathy joined the staff of CIYC in July 2019 and also serves as Music Director at Community United Church of Christ in Champaign. Since graduating from Brown University with a Bachelor of Arts in Music and Psychology, Kathy has performed as a soloist, member, and/or section leader of more than 20 choirs. While living in Boston, Kathy worked as Business Director and sectional coach of VOICES Boston (formerly PALS Children's Chorus), as well as conductor of their youngest choir. Her two sons have been members of CIYC since 2016. Kathy's favorite musical collaborations are those she shares with her twin sister, husband, and sons.

Simon Tiffin
Accompanist