Dr. Joshua Golden, Director of Choral Studies
Dr. Gene Moon, Director of Orchestral Studies
Program
Claire de Lune (orch. Arthur Luck)
Sebastian Salazar-Perez, graduate conductor
Pavane pour une infante défunte
Celine Ong, graduate conductor
Claude Debussy (1862-1918)
Maurice Ravel (1875-1937)
Requiem
John Rutter
I. Requiem aeternam (b. 1945)
II. Out of the Deep
III. Pie Jesu
IV. Sanctus
V. Agnus Dei
Rachel Rogstad, soprano
Celine Ong, graduate conductor
Morgan Parker, graduate conductor
Joshua Tessler, graduate conductor
VI. The Lord is my shepherd
VII. Lux aeterna
Jesenya Rivera Puls, soprano
Siobhan Lawrence, graduate conductor
The Collinsworth School of Performing Arts is grateful to Dr. Elvin Rodriguez and Immanuel Lutheran Church for allowing us to present our music in their beautiful church and sanctuary.
Flutes
Naomie Wagner, principal
Bernadine Pazcoguin
Ella Young
Oboe
Nestor Nunez
Clarinet
Joshua Yuan, principal
Caden Turner Bassoon
Margaret Moffat, principal
Jacob Ratzlaff
Symphony Orchestra
Dr. Gene Moon, Director of Orchestral Studies
Ruth Noemy Wheeler, assistant conductor
Horn
JC Eclar, co-principal
Evan Judson, co-principal
Salvador Tapia
Marcela Perez
Weston Glover
Timpani
Katie Domke
Percussion
Tyler Bothof
Harp
Faith Ellzey
Soprano
Elizabeth Allen
Elisha Bartlett
Francesca Castillo
Carly Catiller
Colette Curry
Ashley Espinoza
Gianna Pineda
Jesenya Rivera Puls
Rachel Rogstad
Violin 1
Ryan Porchas, concertmaster
Kara Emmett
Grace Ellzey
Sebastian Salazar-Pérez
Amy Willis
Jeanne Xia
Sherleen Hernandez
Violin 2
Rebecca Moon, principal
Ariana Pigott
Celine Ong
Tamryn Narvaez
Isaac Walsh
Daniel Hidalgo
Destiny Alferez
Camerata
Dr. Joshua Golden, Director of Choral Studies
Alto
Annelyse Cararos
Avery Dietze
Elizabeth Ford
Audrey Floyd
Katelyn Hartman
Anna Karsemeyer
Cassandra Leisher
Patricia Torres
Viola
Jadon Yang, principal
Julianna Nguyen
Lydia Seyfried
Matthew Chan
Dylan Munoz
Cello
Vincent Strivings, principal
Garrett Richardson
Valeria Duarte
Double Bass
Cassandra Valle, principal
Gavin Walsh
Tenor
Liam Ayers
Luke Behrendt
Caleb Herbert
Drake Lyons
Christopher Hi
Elijah Najera
Joshua Tessler
Ray Wang
Bass
Brayden Baker
William Bolin
John Issac Bos
Jacob Chabot
Davin Chaffin
Isaiah Elben
Kevin Alvarez-Gonzalez
Isaiah Morlan
Jerden Patillo
Nathan Stevenson
Biographies
Celine Ong is a versatile conductor, violinist, and pianist whose artistry is shaped by a passion for collaboration and musical expression. She is currently pursuing her Master of Music in Instrumental Conducting at California Baptist University under the mentorship of Dr. Gene Moon, after earning her Bachelor of Music (Honors) in Violin Performance with a concentration in Piano Pedagogy in 2024. Her conducting journey began at the age of fifteen under Professor Lim Soon Lay of the Shanghai Conservatory of Music, an early experience that inspired her lifelong dedication to leadership on the podium. In 2024, she expanded her training through a workshop in Hong Kong under the guidance of world- class conductor Wilson Ng. This summer, she had the privilege of conducting two new music ensembles at the Brevard Music Festival in North Carolina, where she premiered works by emerging composers. At CBU, she has conducted the Symphony Orchestra, the musical theatre's production of Little Women, and the Summer Strings Camp. She is the founder and conductor of the Laure Sinfonietta in 2024, an ensemble devoted to innovation and artistic connection.
Morgan Parker is currently pursuing a Master of Music degree in Choral Conducting at California Baptist University, where he studies with Dr. Joshua Golden. A passionate conductor and educator, he serves as the Assistant Director of Choral Music at Fountain Valley High School, working with several ensembles in a thriving program. While completing his undergraduate studies in Music Education at Brigham Young University–Idaho, he was assistant conductor of the University Orchestra, Women’s Chorus, and Collegiate Singers, gaining valuable experience in both choral and instrumental leadership. He has also been an active performer and collaborator in Southern California, committed to fostering musical excellence and community through teaching and performance. Beyond music, Morgan enjoys spending time with his wife and their infant daughter, embracing his favorite new role as a dad.
Sebastián Salazar began his musical studies at age twelve in La Paz, México. He holds a Bachelor of Music in Violin Performance from The Master’s University, where he studied with Michael Ferril, and is currently pursuing a Master of Music in Orchestral Conducting at California Baptist University under Dr. Gene Moon. A dedicated violinist for over thirteen years, Sebastián has performed with orchestras across Mexico, Canada, and Latin America, and has taught many students, sharing his passion with the next generation. His performance experience spans a wide range of styles, from classical masterworks to film scores. As a conductor, Sebastián has led the State Orchestra of Baja California Sur and The Master’s University Orchestra, cultivating a deep love for opera and the symphonic repertoire. Born in Mexico and raised internationally, he brings a unique perspective and heartfelt artistry to his work. Above all, Sebastián seeks to glorify God through music, o`ering each performance as an act of worship and praise.
Siobhan Lawrence is a conductor and music educator from Trinidad and Tobago, currently pursuing her Master of Music in Choral Conducting at California Baptist University, where she is expanding her artistry as both a leader and collaborator. With over a decade of teaching experience, she has worked with students ages 4–84 in diverse settings including private instruction, church, summer camps, high school, and music therapy. Siobhan has conducted choirs in church, community, and academic settings, leading ensembles of varied ages and backgrounds. She also served as Director of the mUSiC Academy at the University of the Southern Caribbean for five years, where she designed workshops and music camps while leading a team of tutors in providing music education locally and abroad. Dedicated to the transformative power of choral music, Siobhan seeks to guide musicians to connect with their artistry in ways that spark both curiosity and confidence.
Joshua Tessler received his Bachelor of Arts in Performance from California Polytechnic University, Pomona, and his Master of Music in Keyboard Collaborative Arts from Chapman University. He is an active educator, repetiteur, and chamber musician in the Orange County and Inland Empire areas. His mentors included GRAMMY® Award winner Nadia Shpachenko and composer Shawn Kirchner. As a pianist, he has actively performed in chamber ensembles and participated as a harpsichordist for the Early Music Ensembles of Cal Poly Pomona and Chapman. He has also taken part in the Berkshire Choral International and Impulse New Music Festivals. Joshua is a member of the Diamond Bar branch of the Music Teachers’ Association of California, where his students have won state awards in the Certificate of Merit program. He regularly collaborates with local high schools as an accompanist for SCVA festivals, workshops, and masterclasses. He is currently studying Choral Conducting with Joshua Golden at California Baptist University.
