Meet the Chestnuts!

Our members come from all backgrounds and walks of life, but what draws us together is a love for chamber singing. We each bring a unique voice and perspective to our collaborative process, and believe that making music together is a stimulating, enriching endeavor—one worth celebrating.

Click below to get to know each of us a little bit more.


Kendra Balmer – alto

Iris Chan – alto

Michael Blaakman – bass

Sonja Bontrager – alto

Matt Hall – tenor

Elissa Kranzler – alto

Daya Deuskar – tenor

Hank Miller – tenor

Erina Pearlstein – soprano

Julie Frey – soprano

Walker Gosrich – bass

Amy Hochstetler – soprano

Rebekah Reddi – soprano

Julie Reust – alto

Brett Watanabe – tenor

Joe Rim – bass

Melinda Steffy – alto

John Whelchel – baritone/bass

Ben Willis – tenor

Alan Bush – tenor

Jordan Rock – bass

Caroline Winschel – soprano

Michele Zuckman – soprano