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Christopher McKim is an Assistant Professor of Music and Director of Vocal Studies at Colorado Mesa University. He previously served as Head of the Voice Area at the University of Puget Sound and has taught at Metropolitan State College in Denver. He holds a DMA in Musical Arts from the University of Colorado, an MM in Performance from Arizona State University, and a BM in Vocal Performance from Wichita State University.
- Education:
- Doctor of Musical Arts (DMA), University of Colorado
- Master of Music (MM), Arizona State University
- Bachelor of Music (BM), Wichita State University
His expertise spans vocal performance, musical theatre, and opera, with a focus on contemporary styles like jazz and pop. He has performed in over 30 professional productions, including operas by Gilbert & Sullivan and world premieres of American operatic roles (e.g., Billy Blythe in Billy Blythe). He actively contributes to Grand Junction’s creative community, creating lead roles in original operas tied to local history.
As an educator, McKim emphasizes rigorous standards and student self-discovery, combining technical voice training with stylistic adaptability. He has directed productions at Grand Junction High School and collaborated with local groups like the Western Colorado Chorale and High Desert Opera.
