JOEY LISkH, President

Joey comes to the YCCO board as a supportive parent and mentor of all youth he encounters; with a love for music and performing arts, and a past choir student himself, he shares his passion for the development of programs that encourage musical education opportunities in our community. Bringing years of compliance, finance, and professional development expertise, he is excited to be a part of ensuring that YCCO continues to flourish as a respected signature program in Central Oregon.

Jessica ivie, Treasurer

Jessica Ivie has been associated with YCCO since 2005 as a bookkeeper and parent. She is a Licensed Tax Consultant with the state of Oregon. She is the owner of Smith Rock Bookkeeping, a Tax and Bookkeeping business located in Terrebonne. She officially joined the YCCO board in 2021 after her daughter, Haley, graduated.

Jessica Schimmoller, Secretary

As a former chorister in both Debut and Premier choirs, Jessica is proud to now serve on the YCCO Board of Directors as an adult. Her eight year experience with YCCO has shaped her adult life. Jessica also works with the high school program at Bridge Charter Academy in Bend. “I know first hand that YCCO has the potential to positively impact students, and I love that I still get to be part of this program.”

amy bennette, Member

Amy Bennette joined as a board member in 2022. Her daughter has been a chorister with YCCO since 2017 and continues to sing in the rich atmosphere that YCCO provides. Amy has volunteered with the choir since 2017 in various capacities, including fundraisers, catering, and chaperoning. She has spent time running a small business, volunteering with various youth organizations, and raising her family in Central Oregon. "YCCO's approach to music nurtures a culture of community within the choir, to individuals, and to the audience as a whole. Music has the ability to lift spirits in a unique way, and I have seen the huge impact YCCO has made in our daughter's life. I am grateful to be a part of that!"

kathy smith, Member

Kathy has served on our board since 2016. She is a Mathematics Professor at COCC and is a parent of two YCCO alumni . "YCCO provides choristers an excellent musical education as well as personal growth and enrichment through team building and travel opportunities. And you can’t beat the inspirational singing!”

Darci Michaud, MEMBER

Darci has been involved with YCCO for 3 years. Her daughter began singing in the Spark Choir and has since promoted to Debut. Darci volunteers with both Debut and Premier choirs during their annual retreats. She brings enthusiasm to leadership and fundraising. "I appreciate the dedication from the directors and their commitment to excellence."

Michelle Adams, Member

Michelle was a founding member of YCCO when she was in 4th grade (the youngest allowed to participate at the time). She is so pleased to come back to the youth choir as the parent of a current choir member and to support the musical, social, and leadership growth of young people as a board member. Michelle brings experience in mental health and organizational leadership as well as a lifetime of musical exploration and joy fostered by her experiences in YCCO. 

Janice Durham, Member

Hi! I’m Janice Durham, a lifelong Oregonian who returned home in 2003 after a few humid years in Virginia—turns out I missed the pine trees, mountains, and fewer bugs! My husband and I have raised seven children in Central Oregon, where we’ve lived for over 20 years, and we’re now proud new grandparents. I’ve worked as an insurance agent, homeschooled for four years, taught art and Essentials classes, chaperoned countless field trips, and stayed active in our church. Music has always been close to my heart—I’ve played the flute for 35 years—and our family now runs a local plumbing business.

I discovered YCCO recently through my daughter, who absolutely loves it. I was immediately drawn to the organization’s professionalism, musical excellence, and supportive community. It’s an honor to join the board, and I’m excited to help YCCO continue inspiring young choristers to grow, thrive, and sing with joy.

Buffi Frazier, Member

Buffi studied musical theater at the Orange County School of the Arts and has continued to participate in music even while shifting her focus to accounting and finance. She earned an MBA from UC Davis, and has worked in accounting and finance for over 20 years.  She has experience working in nonprofit organizations, specifically interning with Breathe California while working on her MBA, serving on the finance committee for the YWCA of Sonoma County (CA), and serving on both the board of education and the board of stewardship (finance) for St. Mark Lutheran Church in Santa Rosa, CA.  Financial stewardship and oversight are her passions.  Buffi is excited to join the YCCO board with a daughter in Premier and another daughter in Debut. “YCCO has helped my daughters not only learn music, but YCCO has also given my daughters a place to belong and grow into confident young women.”