IDEAS Guest Artists
BWVP Guest Artists enrich student educational, developmental, and network-building experiences through connections with world-class guest artists and industry professionals.
IDEAS Guest Artists include internationally acclaimed Performers, Stage Directors, Conductors, Agents, and Administrators.
IDEAS Guests bring a diverse perspective from many facets of the industry ranging from on-stage performance, to audition technique, interpretation, entrepreneurship, marketing, social media, young artist and resident artist program expectations, the business of opera, and more.
The IDEAS Guest Artists are underwritten in part by Bella Voce, the BWVP student organization and advocacy group.
IDEAS Guest Artists
BWVP Guest Artists enrich student educational, developmental, and network-building experiences through connections with world-class guest artists and industry professionals.
IDEAS Guest Artists include internationally acclaimed Performers, Stage Directors, Conductors, Agents, and Administrators.
IDEAS Guests bring a diverse perspective from many facets of the industry ranging from on-stage performance, to audition technique, interpretation, entrepreneurship, marketing, social media, young artist and resident artist program expectations, the business of opera, and more.
The IDEAS Guest Artists are underwritten in part by Bella Voce, the BWVP student organization and advocacy group.
IDEAS Guest Artists
BWVP Guest Artists enrich student educational, developmental, and network-building experiences through connections with world-class guest artists and industry professionals.
IDEAS Guest Artists include internationally acclaimed Performers, Stage Directors, Conductors, Agents, and Administrators.
IDEAS Guests bring a diverse perspective from many facets of the industry ranging from on-stage performance, to audition technique, interpretation, entrepreneurship, marketing, social media, young artist and resident artist program expectations, the business of opera, and more.
The IDEAS Guest Artists are underwritten in part by Bella Voce, the BWVP student organization and advocacy group.
Innovation
Cutting-Edge Real-World Focused Curriculum
Wholistic Total-Body Instrument Training to Develop Complete Artistry
Voice Lessons, Coaching, Diction & Literature, and Conservatory Core
8-Semester Performance Workshop Sequence
Comprehensive Preparation to win Top Graduate School Placement
Build and Develop Your Foundation for life-long success
Unique Partnerships with Professional Companies and Organizations
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Opportunity
for ALL BWVP Majors:
Cast in at least one Main Stage Opera production each year
Perform in two Workshop productions every semester
Participate in at least one master class each year
Work with Guest artists in professional residencies
Connect with top Grad Programs through Grad School EXPOs
Develop Professional Network through collaborations
LITTLE FREE LIBRARY
Little Free Library is a nonprofit organization based in St. Paul, Minnesota. Our mission is to be a catalyst for building community, inspiring readers, and expanding book access for all through a global network of volunteer-led Little Free Library book-exchange boxes.
Our vision is a Little Free Library in every community and a book for every reader. We believe all people are empowered when the opportunity to discover a personally relevant book to read is not limited by time, space, or privilege.
IYANA JOHNSON
Mezzo-soprano Iyana Johnson (she/her) is a senior vocal performance major with an emphasis in vocal pedagogy at Baldwin Wallace Conservatory, studying under Professor Susan Wallin. She has performed in numerous operas, choirs, and musicals in the Baltimore/Annapolis, Maryland area and has been recognized for her artistry in three National Association of Teachers of Singing (NATS) competitions, placing in both the classical music and American spiritual categories.
During her time at BW, Iyana has performed in several operatic productions, including Reba in Taking Up Serpents, Arnalta in L'incoronazione di Poppea, and as part of The Pirates of Penzance ensemble. Most recently, she portrayed Public Opinion in Orpheus in the Underworld. In addition to her performance work, she serves as the voice department chair assistant under the leadership of Dr. JR Fralick and previously led as president of Bella Voce.
Beyond performing, Iyana is deeply passionate about music education, particularly in fostering diverse and inclusive learning spaces. She has dedicated recent years to teaching young singers through private instruction and camp music direction. This spring, she presented her independent vocal pedagogy research project, Voices in Bloom, at Baldwin Wallace’s Ovation celebration of scholarship and creativity. After graduation, she will begin her career as a general music teacher in Anne Arundel County Public Schools while continuing her education with a focus on diverse special education.
She is immensely grateful for the support of her family, friends, and mentors who have guided her musical and professional journey.
