David bennett artist biography
David Bennett (opera director)
American opera director
David Bennett | |
|---|---|
| Born | c. 1963 (age 61–62) Kansas City, Missouri |
| Nationality | American |
| Occupation(s) | Opera singer and director |
| Known for | General director of San Diego Opera |
David Bennett (born c.
1963) is the general director of the San Diego Opera.
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Prior to that he was the executive director of Gotham Chamber Opera. He began his opera career as a singer, performing as a baritone for multiple companies.
Early life and education
Bennett was born in Kansas City, Missouri.[1] His mother was a pianist and piano teacher, and his brother is a jazz trumpeter.
He began singing and acting in high school and began to focus on opera in college.[2] He earned a degree in music from Texas Christian University. He has Master of Business Administration and Master of Arts Administration degrees from Southern Methodist University.[3]
Career
A baritone, he performed David Bennett - Biography - askART NOK