Maks Johnson Fellows
2025-2026
Rachel Mcintosh
Rachel McIntosh is thrilled to be joining the Lehigh Valley Chorale! She is a rising senior at Lehigh University, where she minors in both music and theatre, in addition to her computer science major. She has long been involved in the performing and choral arts, singing in groups such as Lehigh University’s University Choir and Dolce Treble Choir, the Handel and Haydn Society Chorus of Sopranos and Altos, and the MMEA All-State Choir. She will be serving as a section leader for the Lehigh University Choir this academic year. Also at Lehigh University, she is a recipient of the Teufel Family Scholarship, and the Lehigh University Theater Scholarship. She also has a deep love of musical theater, with her favorite previous theatrical performance being as Donna in Mamma Mia. She looks forward to learning, growing, and performing with the LVC!
GioVANNI POloni
Giovanni Poloni is a recent 2025 graduate of Parkland High School. He participated in numerous orchestral ensembles along with district and regional festivals. His primary instrument is the violin but he is passionate about pursuing a master's degree in conducting. During his time in high school he fenced competitively at Buck's Academy of Fencing and participated in the Junior Olympics. He was the president of the Italian club, president of the student senate, and a member of scholastic scrimmage. He placed in numerous Model UN competitions. In his free time, he enjoys making pasta and learning to speak French. He is grateful for this fellowship opportunity and eager to work with LVC before heading off to college in Boston in the fall of 2026.