Our Music Director

Elaine Abigail (they/her) | Director

Elaine Abigail is a vocalist, coach, and performing arts leader based in the San Francisco Bay Area. After first joining Bay Area Showcase Chorus in 2019, Elaine returns to the ensemble as Director, bringing a fresh perspective and a solid foundation in the barbershop craft.

Elaine’s musical training began at Cal Poly San Luis Obispo, studying conducting under Dr. David Arrivée and Dr. Scott Glysson. This academic foundation in vocal pedagogy and ear training has fueled their leadership in the local choral scene, including their role as Assistant Music Director at Fog City Harmonia since 2022.

Elaine’s leadership style is defined by a multidisciplinary perspective:

  • Visual Storytelling: 17 years of dance training and musical theater experience allow Elaine to bridge the gap between vocal technique and physical expression.

  • Technical Precision: Professional work as a theatrical lighting and sound technician brings a unique bird’s-eye view to choral production.

  • Strategic Support: A career in arts administration ensures the chorus operates within a structured, growth-oriented environment.

Elaine is dedicated to fostering a culture at BASC where technical precision meets expressive performance, providing a space for singers to grow both individually and as a collective.