Masterclass: Andrew Hiers, bass-baritone

Join Andrew Hires for his Masterclass on Saturday, April 13th at 10:00am in FA-21.

Hailed for his “mature musicianship and superb comic timing” while possessing a dark yet vibrant timbre with both an extensive vocal and dramatic range, bass-baritone ANDREW ALLAN HIERS brings a unique color and character to each and every role he undertakes. An alumnus of the Merola Opera program and Opera Colorado's Resident Artist program, where he performed Don Magnifico (La Cenerentola) and Falstaff (Falstaff), respectively, Mr. Hiers is no stranger to big stages and leading roles. He studied with Thomas Goodheart during his graduate studies at SUNY Binghamton (MM Opera, 2017), performing King Melchior in Amahl and the Night Visitors and the title role in Gianni Schicchi. He was Don Basilio in Il barbiere di Siviglia, Kind Rene in Iolanta, Judge Turpin in Sweeny Todd, and Doctor Grenvil in La traviata with Tri-Cities Opera. Originally from West Palm Beach, Mr. Hiers studied with David Okerlund at Florida State University. He currently lives in Merritt Island and performs prominently with several opera companies across the Sunshine State. His next upcoming performance will be Raimondo in Lucia di Lammermoor with St. Pete Opera alongside his partner, soprano Chelsea Lehnea before they both sing in Anna di Resburgo with Teatro Nuovo this summer in NYC. Mr. Hiers was recently featured in the PBS documentary “Iron Opera” available to watch on YouTube. In addition to social media, you can follow Andrew’s musical journey by visiting www.andrewallanhiers.com

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