AHH! Women's Chorus Leadership

AHH! Chorus thrives because of the energy and style of the people who have stepped up to lead. Here are a few of the people that make our ensemble tick:

Monica Tautkus - Musical Director            

Monica has a passion for music – Having been involved with Sweet Adelines International for 30+ years, Monica has a special love and gift for teaching barbershop harmony singing.

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AHH!'s Directing Team:

Monica Tautkus - Musical Director

Diane Luster - Associate Director / Children's Chorus

Sally McLeish - Associate Director

Joan Rensch - Associate Director

Patricia Horton - Chorus President

I am so happy and proud to have recently been inducted into the office of President of Agoura Hills Harmony Chorus.  My background basically isn't a musical one, but  I have learned so much about music, singing, choral production, and performance in my six years with AHH! Chorus.

I am blessed with a wonderful family, my husband, George, two  daughters, Tracey and Terra, and a son, Scott. Tracey and her husband, Eric, have given us two delightful granddaughters, Britt and Ava, 6 and 3.  They all attend our performances and offer lots of support in my commitment to AHH! chorus.

I was a teacher for Los Angeles Unified for 25 years, taught eighth grade language arts in Woodland Hills for 20 years, so I am used to being involved with people of all ages.  I retired in June of 2008.

I enjoy reading, and of course, singing,  (Baris rule!)  Cats, dogs and animals of all kinds are an important part of my world. I have developed a strong active interest in vegetable gardening; love to play tennis (anyone?) or ping-pong.

As President of Agoura Hills Harmony (AHH!) Chorus, I have nothing but glowing accolades about the women in this chorus.  You will not find a more supportive, fun-loving, harmonious group of women anywhere.

If you like to sing, enjoy the company of fun women in a comfortable friendly environment, then AHH! chorus is the chorus for you!