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May, 1988 in Norfolk, VA

 

Will Liverman is a rising star in the world of classical music. Born on December 21, 1989, in Virginia, he grew up in a musical family. His mother was a choir director, and his father was a pianist and organist. From a young age, Liverman was exposed to a variety of musical genres, including gospel, jazz, and classical music. Liverman began his formal music education at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, where he earned a Bachelor of Music degree in vocal performance. He then went on to pursue a Master of Music degree at the Juilliard School in New York City. During his time at Juilliard, Liverman was a member of the prestigious Juilliard Opera Center, where he had the opportunity to work with some of the most renowned opera singers and coaches in the world. Liverman's career as a professional opera singer began in 2012, when he made his debut with the Lyric Opera of Chicago in the role of Jake in George Gershwin's "Porgy and Bess." Since then, he has performed with some of the most prestigious opera companies in the world, including the Metropolitan Opera, the Houston Grand Opera, and the Los Angeles Opera. One of Liverman's most notable performances was his portrayal of Dizzy Gillespie in the world premiere of "Charlie Parker's Yardbird" at the Opera Philadelphia in 2015. The opera, which tells the story of jazz legend Charlie Parker, was written specifically for Liverman by composer Daniel Schnyder. Liverman's performance was widely praised by critics, who noted his powerful voice and dynamic stage presence. In addition to his work in opera, Liverman is also an accomplished recitalist and concert performer. He has performed at some of the most prestigious concert halls in the world, including Carnegie Hall and the Kennedy Center. He has also collaborated with some of the most renowned conductors and orchestras, including the Chicago Symphony Orchestra and the New York Philharmonic. Liverman's talent and hard work have been recognized with numerous awards and honors. In 2015, he was named a winner of the Metropolitan Opera National Council Auditions, one of the most prestigious competitions for young opera singers in the world. He was also a recipient of the Richard Tucker Career Grant in 2017, which is awarded annually to young American opera singers who show exceptional promise. In addition to his work as a performer, Liverman is also a passionate advocate for diversity and inclusion in classical music. He has spoken out about the need for greater representation of people of color in opera and classical music, and has worked to create opportunities for young musicians from underrepresented communities. Overall, Will Liverman is a talented and dedicated musician who has already achieved a great deal in his young career. With his powerful voice, dynamic stage presence, and commitment to diversity and inclusion, he is sure to continue making a significant impact on the world of classical music for years to come.

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