My radio show guest today is inspiring Artist, Opera Singer Todd Thomas, a friend of over 30 years. Back on my opera days, I have costume designed many of his performance costumes. In this interview we talk about what inspired him to be a singer, international highlights of his career, and the magic of the non-balance of career and family that offered true value of a full lived life. 

Todd is recognized by opera companies and critics alike as one of the true Verdi baritones gracing stages today, Todd Thomas continues his tenure as one of America’s most sought-after artists. In the title role of Macbeth, Opera News depicted his performance as “warm and centered in his tone with subtle phrasing that emphasized the introspective, almost poetic quality of the tormented king.” Performing the role of Iago in Lyric Opera of Chicago’s season opening performance of Verdi’s Otello, “earned him deservedly the largest ovation at the end of the night from the glittery opening night audience.” (The Chicago Classical).

He is a house favorite for several opera companies, appearing season after season. Early in his career, he was a member of the MusikTheater Ensemble for Stadttheater Giessen. During his years in Europe, he was a guest artist in Basel, Switzerland, and Heidelberg, Germany, and made his début with Macedonia Opera as Amonasro in Aida. Mr. Thomas also appeared in Hong Kong, Fiesole, Pisa, Cagnes-sur-Mer, Sarlat, Luzerne, and Utrecht, under the auspices of Stichting Pagliacci of Utrecht University.

A great conversation that will empower many to create amazing things in there lives as well. Mr. Todd Thomas can be heard on the Naxos recording of Menotti’s Amahl and the Night Visitors. He also recorded a solo disc, Crown Him Lord of All, with organist Jon Spong. Check the links below for more information about this artist.