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Chamber Music Pittsburgh Board & Staff

Officers

Timothy Williams

Timothy Williams

President

Tim Williams has a B.A. in creative writing with a minor in music from Carnegie Mellon University, a master’s in library science from the University of Pittsburgh, and an MBA with a certificate in business analytics from Robert Morris University.  While a music librarian at Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh from 2005 to 2021, Tim co-wrote the entry on Pittsburgh in the Grove Dictionary of American Music. He currently works as a data & regulatory analyst for a medical bill review company. He also enjoys hiking, biking, drumming, competitive Scrabble, and gardening in the same yard as his wife’s more impressive, magnificent garden.
Joseph Melichar

Joseph Melichar

Vice President

Joseph Melichar is the Manager of Operations Technology and Innovation at FedEx Express Corporation, bringing over 20 years of expertise implementing HR, Payroll, and Operations technology solutions. His work includes deploying cutting-edge handheld scanning hardware and leading research initiatives in advanced automation, robotics, and autonomous vehicle solutions.  A classically trained pianist and composer, Joe enjoys living life to its fullest with his wife Megan and three children; Margot, Merrick, and Macaire.

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Sun Chang

Sun Chang

Secretary

Sun Chang is a pianist and harpsichordist known for her adept interpretations of historical and contemporary works with a passion for building meaningful connections with her audience through music. She holds a Master of Arts degree in Harpsichord from the Royal Academy of Music, under the tutelage of Carole Cersai. Sun’s musical career is eclectic, and she collaborates with a variety of soloists and ensembles. Notably, Sun is also working on a solo album of keyboard suites of Élisabeth Jacquet de La Guerre recorded on piano, a project made possible by the Luminarts Foundation. She also plays for the Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre, maintains a studio of dedicated young pianists, and is an amateur gambist. 
Jennifer Crosby

Jennifer Crosby

Treasurer

Dr. Jennifer Crosby is a clinical pharmacist for Accredo Speciality Pharmacy with a specific focus on medication management of Hereditary Angioedema, Lysosomal Storage Disorders, and Parkinson’s Disease patients. She earned her doctorate in 2010 from the University of Pittsburgh, where she was also a member of the well-noted and internationally recognized Heinz Chapel Choir.

Directors

Dave Alcorn

Dave Alcorn

Director of Digital Marketing & Engagement, The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust

Ariadne Beldecos

Ariadne Beldecos

General Tax Attorney, The Kraft Heinz Company

Michael Canton

Michael Canton

Radio Host/ Producer, The Soul Show

Robert Chiu, MD

Robert Chiu, MD

Physician, Private Practice

Daniel Conlon

Daniel Conlon

Co-Chair, Tucker Arensberg Attorneys

Jim Cunningham

Jim Cunningham

Senior Executive Producer, WQED

Kathryn Logan

Kathryn Logan

Head of Music, Film, & Audio, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh (retired)

Jane Macleod

Jane Macleod

Community Volunteer

Lea Simonds

Lea Simonds

President, Juliet Lea Hillman Simonds Foundation

Mark Trimpey

Mark Trimpey

SVP, Director of IT Service Quality, First National Bank

Yurij Wowczuk

Yurij Wowczuk

Partner, Venture Necessities Inc.

Advisors

Owen Cantor

Owen Cantor

Dentist, Chestnut Hills Dental

Arthur J. Kerr, Jr.

Arthur J. Kerr, Jr.

Chairman, Kerr Engineered Sales

Anqwenique Kinsel

Anqwenique Kinsel

Artist & Art Educator, Kinselland

Darrell Kinsel

Darrell Kinsel

Artist & Co-Founder, BOOM Concepts

Staff

Martha Bonta

Martha Bonta

Executive and Artistic Director

Martha Bonta’s varied career in classical music has spanned artist management, presenting, producing, and media. She has held leadership positions at several NYC-based artist management firms representing world-class conductors, instrumentalists, ensembles, and vocalists. She has also served as executive producer of live events at WQXR, New York’s classical radio station, where she oversaw live broadcasts and curated and produced events. Martha was director of artistic planning and touring at the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center and has held positions at the New York Philharmonic and the Marlboro Music Festival. She holds a B.A. in English literature from Yale University.  

Harmony Sheftall

Harmony Sheftall

Marketing Intern

Originally from Memphis, Tennessee, Harmony relocated to Pittsburgh in 2022 to pursue a B.A. in Public Relations, Advertising, and Social Media in the Honors Program at Point Park University. In her previous role as Social Media Assistant at the Pittsburgh Playhouse, she discovered her passion for arts and entertainment and began immersing herself in Pittsburgh’s vibrant arts community. Currently, Harmony is complimenting her studies with a minor in Sports, Arts, and Entertainment Management, while also maintaining various on-campus Student Leadership roles. She is on track to graduate in Spring 2026. 

Chelsea Bayer

Chelsea Bayer

Finance Coordinator

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