Our Team
Ryan Everson
Executive Director and Composer
My name is Ryan Everson, and I’m a seminarian for the Diocese of Phoenix. I spent my teenage and early college years training to become a professional French horn player, and it was this journey that brought me to Arizona State University in 2015. After walking away from that career path and entering seminary, I am so grateful to have classical music as a part of my regular life again through the ministry of Angelico Sacred Music!
Elizabeth Borlongan
Compositional Advisor
I received my bachelors in Piano Performance from Arizona State University studying under Professor Robert Hamilton, and I now work as a piano teacher. Over the past 10 years, I’ve had the privilege of working with students of all ages and skill levels, and, currently, have a studio of over 35 students … I’m thrilled to be on the Angelico Sacred Music team as a music advisor and look forward to seeing the music grow in its listeners.
Ryan Ayala
Communications Director
With a background in liturgical studies and pastoral ministry, I developed a deep appreciation for sacred music during my time at the University of Notre Dame, where I served on the Campus Ministry Team and was regularly immersed in the beauty of the Liturgical Choir through their Masses and concerts. These experiences helped shape both my spiritual life and my commitment to the Church’s liturgical tradition.
Mary Scherber
Compositional Advisor
Hello, Angelico Sacred Music friends! My name is Mary Scherber, and I am one of ASM's Compositional Advisors. I received my Bachelor of Science in Music from the University of Mary this past April of 2024, and since then have launched my career in sacred music. I am currently the Director of Music at St. Jude of the Lake Catholic Church in Mahtomedi, MN, just north of the Twin Cities.
Zabinia Kossler
Director of Partnerships
I am so honored to be part of the Angelico Sacred Music team. Although I don’t have much musical talent or experience, I am passionate about beauty and the vital role it plays in transforming the world. My honors thesis at ASU explored the idea of beauty as a catalyst for change in our political society. Angelico Sacred Music is a perfect way to help bring our nation to Christ through the beauty of music.
Grace Hayward
Senior Cardinal Newman Fellow
I am currently a junior at Thomas Aquinas College, studying the Great Books and enjoying a beautiful campus and wonderful friends. Listening to my college’s choir sing the great Polyphony and Gregorian Chant of the past leads me to a greater love for God and for the Church. I am excited to help ASM create 21st Century American Sacred Music to add to the Church’s great wealth of beauty!
Mary Schmitz
Cardinal Newman Fellow
Hello! My name is Mary Schmitz. I am from St. Paul, MN and am currently attending the University of Mary in Bismarck, ND for my Masters in Occupational Therapy. I encountered Angelico Sacred Music when my choir had the privilege of working with Ryan Everson on Angelico's first premiere, Our Father.