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Associate Professor, Voice
walke5jl@jmu.edu
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Dr. Jamison Walker is a versatile and accomplished vocalist with a commanding vocal range and an extensive repertoire spanning opera, oratorio, musical theater, and pops. With performances in recital, opera, symphonic, and academic settings, he has captivated audiences nationally and internationally across the United States, Europe, and Asia.

Dr. Walker has recently performed roles such as Rodolfo and Luigi in Puccini’s La Bohème and Il Tabarro, the title role in Mozart’s La Clemenza di Tito and Tamino in Die Zauberflöte, the title roles in Gounod’s Faust and Romeo et Juliette, as well as Leoncavallo’s Canio in Pagliacci.

In his recent solo concerts and oratorio performances, Dr. Walker has showcased a diverse repertoire, including the North American premiere of Erik Esenvalds' The Passion according to Luke, Beethoven’s 9th Symphony and Choral Fantasy, Rossini’s Petite Messe Solennelle, Rachmaninoff’s Vespers, Bach’s St John’s Passion and Magnificat, Stainer’s The Crucifixion, and Bruckner’s Te Deum. His mastery of these works highlights his versatility and artistry as a leading tenor.

Prior to pursuing his musical education, Dr. Walker served as a Counterintelligence Agent and a soloist in the U.S. Army Bands, where he performed in numerous venues for the Signal Center of Excellence at Fort Gordon. This unique background adds depth and richness to his artistic journey, reflecting a dedicated pursuit of excellence both on and off the stage.

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