Keith Colclough

Dr. Keith Colclough is an Associate Professor of Music and Director of Opera at Pepperdine University's Seaver College, with additional roles in vocal performance and pedagogy. He holds a DMA in Vocal Performance from UC Santa Barbara and a BA from Pepperdine, augmented by international study in Germany as a Fulbright Scholar.

His research examines German Lieder, vocal acoustics, and the structural analysis of recitative in art songs, with notable work on Schubert's compositional techniques. Performance expertise spans opera, improvisational theater, and collaborative outreach.

Awards & Honors

• Student Fulbright Scholarship, Germany
• Chancellor's Fellowship, UC Santa Barbara
• National Association of Teachers of Singing Intern Program

As Director of Opera, he oversees productions and mentors students in performance techniques. He maintains active collaborations with institutions like Opera Santa Barbara and Tanglewood Music Center through residencies and outreach initiatives.