ARIA WOMEN'S CHOIR

Founded in 2012 by conductor Dr. Seàn Boulware, Aria Women’s Choir brings together singers from California’s Central Coast to celebrate the strength, artistry, and beauty of women’s voices. With repertoire spanning sacred masterworks, contemporary choral music, jazz, and musical theatre, Aria combines musical excellence with a deep sense of community. Since its Carnegie Hall debut in 2016, the choir has continued to share performances that move hearts and connect audiences through song. Now celebrating its 15th Anniversary Season, Aria honors the women, music, and friendships that have shaped its journey.

Dr. Seán Boulware

Conductor

Dr. Seàn Boulware, founder and conductor of Aria Women’s Choir, is a conductor, vocalist, and music educator whose career spans more than three decades across the United States and abroad. His conducting engagements include Carnegie Hall and Lincoln Center, and he has prepared choruses for distinguished conductors including Seiji Ozawa, Keith Lockhart, and John Rutter. In 2012, he led the Monterey Peninsula Choral Society during the Summer Olympic Games in London. Based on California’s Central Coast, he directs Aria Women’s Choir, Monterey Peninsula Voices, and the California Central Coast Chorale. As Aria begins its 15th Anniversary Season, he continues to champion women’s voices and the power of choral music to bring people together.

Mr. Jon-Mark Hurley

Associate Conductor/Collaborative Pianist

Jon-Mark Hurley, Assistant Conductor and Collaborative Pianist for Aria Women’s Choir, is a pianist, vocalist, actor, and music director whose career spans classical music, musical theatre, film, and television. He holds a Master of Music from Belmont University and a Bachelor of Arts in Piano Performance from Santa Clara University. Jon-Mark has directed music for regional theatre productions throughout Northern California and performed in numerous pit orchestras. His screen credits include Jane the Virgin and the role of Franz Schubert in Bernard Rose’s The Hurdy Gurdy Man. Bringing musical sensitivity, expressive storytelling, and a spirit of collaboration to his work, he also serves as Assistant Director and Collaborative Pianist for Monterey Peninsula Voices.