Westminster Choir College Voice & Opera

04/10/2026

Last evening, this amazing young woman did an entire recital, dedicated to songbirds… IYKYK. Clearly I was over the moon! Catherine Creed has the voice of an angel, with the facility and range of some sort of … well, songbird! The agency she demonstrated over her incredibly demanding music was expert. Her technical prowess and beautiful sound is partnered by a full heart and a spirit that shines forth! And…she did all of this while performing the role of Nanetta in our production of Falstaff… If you get a chance, travel to Bard to see this fabulous singer this summer… Or anywhere her exciting future may take her. She’s a rare bird.♥️ ‘Such gratitude for her collaborator, Dr. Shannon Hesse, and to her magnificent coach, Tommy Jaber. 

11/27/2025

04/22/2024

Last Wednesday the Rice Chorale performed the astounding Bach 21 cantata. The quartet of beautiful singers, Caitlin Aloia, Jillian Krempasky, Adam Catangui, and (not pictured) William Dopp made this teacher mighty proud. Thank you, as always, to the brilliant Maestro and beloved friend, Tom Jaber

04/25/2021

Congratulations to all who made this year’s Lindsey Christiansen Art Song Festival such a memorable event! The singing was marvelous, full of drama, sensitivity and great musical story-telling, all led by the marvelous Dr. JJ Penna. The tributes to our late colleague, Dalton Baldwin, were informative, heartfelt, and very moving.

09/21/2020

Congrats to alumna Afton Battle

FORT WORTH OPERA'S BOARD OF TRUSTEES APPOINTS TEXAS NATIVE TO LEAD THE COMPANY INTO ITS 75th ANNIVERSARY SEASON IN 2021 FORT WORTH, TX - Fort Worth Opera (FWO) is delighted to announce that after a six-month international search, the Board of Trustees has proudly chosen Afton Battle to become the co...

02/06/2020

“But her choral background has proven to be not only helpful, but also instructive of her artistry onstage, whether she’s the soloist or a member of an ensemble.”

Brava alumna Felicia Felicia Lauren

Felicia Moore, soprano is a powerful and emerging artist you don't want to miss! http://ed.gr/b67za

01/15/2020

Congrats to alumna Makeda Hampton!

From majoring in math and chemistry to a turn on the Met's stage in "Porgy and Bess," doctoral candidate Makeda Hampton shares how she became part of a hit production at America's most prestigious opera house.

12/17/2019

Congrats to alumna Sarah Williams for this honor and recognition

07/31/2019

Brava to alumna, Eileen Bora

Two of our awesome teachers from the school.

07/28/2019

Very proud of alumna Felicia Lauren

I’m back home after a life-changing week in Prague. I’m overjoyed to share with you all that I received the Birgit Nilsson Prize at the Operalia Competition.

I performed Elsa’s Dream in the Final with Placido Domingo at the Prague National Theatre. This was a particularly momentous performance for me, as Elsa and I go *way* back. I’ve been performing this aria for about 7 years, and I have learned a lot about patience and faith through this strong-willed woman. Lessons I’m still integrating into my daily life.

Thank you all for your endless messages, texts and emails, sending love and support!! I’m slowly floating back to earth. Onward!

Cheers xoxo