KJ Phillips

KJ Phillips is an Adjunct Professor of Voice at the Department of Music, College of Liberal Arts and Communication, Arkansas State University. They are a distinguished bass-baritone with a performance career spanning stages like the Fairbanks Summer Arts Festival, Spotlight on Opera, and cathedrals in Vatican City and Paris.

• Education: M.M. in Voice Performance, B.M.E. in Vocal and Instrumental Music, both from the University of South Dakota

Research and Performance Focus: Phillips excels in vocal performance across Baroque to contemporary repertoires, blending comedic and dramatic roles. Their teaching emphasizes voice instruction and musical interpretation.

Additional Details: Currently pursuing a Doctorate of Musical Arts at the University of Memphis, Phillips balances academia with performance. Personal interests include reading fantasy/graphic novels and maintaining a succulent garden.