The Executive Board consists of SMS singers elected to two year terms. The Board supports the director and assistant director in planning the concert season, manages the groups finances, develops funding, and coordinates with the Artistic Advisory Board.
Kathy Ossmann
President
Kathy Ossmann has served as the SMS President since May 2006. Prior to her election as President she served as Choral Liaison since May 2003. Kathy has sung alto with the group since 1993.
Kathy brings extensive experience as a change management consultant with over 20 years of service in public sector organizations. In this capacity she has assisted government and non-profit organizations implement business process and automated systems changes. This expertise assists the board in the areas of communication, organizational structure, the use of automated tools, and implementation of change.
Kathy received a Bachelor of Music Education from Michigan State University and certificates in Computer Systems Administration and Organizational Development/Change Management. Prior to working as a change management consultant she was a vocal instructor and choral director.
David Aagaard
Vice-President
Angelina Pezzetti
Secretary
Angelina joined the Sacramento Master Singers Executive Board as Secretary for the 2006-2007 season. She has been a member of the Master Singers since the 2005-2006 season. She is a Soprano and has been under the directions of Dr. Ralph Hughes since 2002 while attending American River College and singing with the American River College Chamber Choir. While at American River College, she earned her Associates degree in Liberal Studies. “Being part of the Sacramento Master Singers is a dream come true.”
Joseph Ossmann
Treasurer
Carol Barbieri
Choral Liaison
The Choral Liaison serves as the primary communications link between SMS singers, the executive board, and the director. Carol has sung with the group longer than any other member. She also constructs the female singers’ costumes. For a long period, Carol served as the business manager of the choir and is very familiar with the operations of the group.
Carol in an avid quilter. She is married to the handsome Richard Barbieri--who is quite the crooner.