About our Director

Cathie Sturm started her Sweet Adeline journey in 1995 with the City of Lakes Chorus in Minneapolis, MN, earning a 5th place International Chorus Medal in 1996 and a 2nd place International Chorus Medal in 1998.

She recently sang with the 2010 International Champion Scottsdale Chorus, where she was an Assistant Director.  Her quartet experience is in two voice parts (lead and tenor) but claims to be a 'closet' baritone!

She currently sings lead with Region 21's Mosaic Quartet.

In addition to her Sweet Adeline experience, Cathie holds a degree in Music Education from the University of Minnesota and taught  General Music in the Deer Valley Unified School District in Glendale, AZ, and also directed the school choir.

While living in Minnesota, Cathie had the privilege and honor of performing with the Minnesota Opera for one season before relocating to a warmer climate. 

In her spare time, Cathie enjoys furthering the vocal education of private voice students.  She believes there is music in everyone and that gift can be developed throughout one’s lifetime.