About Us

A Newton Singers Who’s Who…

Founders

Lisa Rosenfeld and Carol Singer

Volunteer Administrators

  • Mary Purvis — Co-Director
  • Bonnie Bisbicos — Co-Director
  • Steve Broyles — Website Administrator

Choral Director

Dave Coccia received his Bachelors degree in music performance and education from Frostburg State University, Frostburg, Maryland. While he is currently employed as an electro-mechanical installation specialist, his love of music has never wavered. In addition to the Newton Singers, Dave has been directing a 17 piece swing band in Cumberland, Rhode Island, for several years. He has music directed a community orchestra plus approximately 30 Community Theater productions and many benefits over the years. He is delighted at the opportunity to conduct the Newton Singers.

Accompanist

Christy Liao

Past Choral Directors

  • Ben Youngman — 2003-2020
  • Richard Travers — 1998-2002
  • Mark Haddad —  1996-1998
  • Noreen Diamond Burdett —  1995-1996
  • Sylvia Pitnof —  1991-1995

Past Accompanists

  • Christy Liao – 2016-2017
  • Kit Perkins – 2010-2015, 2018-2020
  • Mark Galinovsky — 2008-2009
  • Esther Na — 2007-2008
  • Jane Wilcox — 2002-2007