Kevin Thraves

Kevin Thraves is a Lecturer at the Royal Northern College of Music (RNCM), serving as Deputy Head of Opera and leading vocal coaching roles across the School of Vocal Studies and Opera. He works as a Principal Study tutor, chorus master, and repetiteur, mentoring students in operatic performance, recitative classes, and vocal chamber music.

• Freelance repetiteur for major opera companies (Scottish Opera, Opera North, Welsh National Opera, etc.)
• Collaborated with orchestras like the Hallé, BBC Concert Orchestra, and London Philharmonic Orchestra
• Active performer at international festivals (Edinburgh, Wratislavia Cantans, Longborough Festival Opera)

His research focuses on vocal pedagogy, repetiteur training, and performance excellence, as reflected in his publications. He has contributed to recordings and broadcasts for BBC, Classic FM, and EMI Classics, while maintaining a robust recital career.