Baritone William Sharp has a reputation as a singer of artistry and versatility, garnering acclaim for his work in concert, recital, opera and recording. He performs actively, as he has for four decades. He has appeared with most major American symphony orchestras including those of New York, Chicago, Washington, Boston, Baltimore, San Francisco, and
Baritone Kevin Wetzel continues to earn critical praise as he progresses through a national career centered on leading roles. Acclaimed for his "luxurious and exciting baritone" and "virtually flawless technique", he has also been hailed as "a remarkably graceful and physically precise actor". In recent seasons, he has joined the rosters of such opera
Andrew Balio has been a frequent soloist since his earliest days as a student, having made his debut at the age of 15 playing Haydn’s Concerto with the Milwaukee Symphony in his home state of Wisconsin. Over the years, he has appeared as soloist with various orchestras in Europe, the US, South America, and
Bass-baritone Christopher Talbot is a versatile performer at home with a wide variety of repertoire, from the medieval to the present day. Praised for his “voice of warmth and strength” (Classical Review), he has performed with major ensembles across the U.S., including Seraphic Fire, The Thirteen, Apollo’s Fire, The Crossing, and the Carmel Bach
From medieval music to world premieres, Julie Bosworth revels in versatile singing. Recognized for having “the richest, most buttery tone” (Washington Classical Review), this “notably stylish and expressive” singer finds joy and fulfillment in collaborating with artists across a vast array of musical genres. She has been featured on live radio broadcasts by NPR,
Ben Hawker, obtained his Bachelor of Music degree in Vocal Performance from Towson University (2009-2016). He has worked as Conducting Intern with Maryland State Boychoir (August 2010-August 2013; in the office as the primary camp planner; also sang with the organization, as well as a conductor for leading sectionals, rehearsals, and some concerts); .
Concert Organist, Pianist, Composer, Conductor, Liturgist, Clinician. A consummate artist of the highest caliber, Dr. Lynn Trapp holds a distinguished career as concert organist, pianist, conductor, composer and liturgist. From Carnegie Hall, NYC to Westminster Abbey, London his many concert appearances, more than 100 publications with nine major publishers, academic awards, and clinician work
John Solomon Collins was born in Washington, D.C. and raised in Prince George’s County, Maryland. Growing up, he was always surrounded by music, hearing his mother sing with the church praise team and participating in the children’s choir. He became resistant towards singing in middle and early high school, but as time went on, his
Employing his “impressive singing … well-supported tone and supple phrasing,” (Baltimore Sun) baritone Rob McGinness connects characters to ideas, and listeners to sounds. Excited to return to live performance, Rob’s season includes Così fan Tutte and Carmen with Arizona Opera, The Ghosts of Gatsby Las Vegas Opera, and engagements with the Phoenix Symphony and
Mateo Mendez is an oboist based in Baltimore who serves as English Hornist of the Bozeman Symphony Orchestra. He has held many other posts around Baltimore and beyond, including second oboe with Mount Vernon Virtuosi, principal oboe with the Warren Philharmonic Orchestra, and interim music director of the Hunt Valley Wind Ensemble.
