Iestyn Davies

Iestyn Davies is a British countertenor and Fellow of the Royal Academy of Music, celebrated for his vocal artistry and musicianship. Appointed MBE in 2017 for services to music, he has received prestigious awards including Grammy, Gramophone, and Olivier nominations. His career spans opera, concert, and theatre performances.

Education: Graduated in Archaeology and Anthropology from St John’s College, Cambridge, followed by studies at the Royal Academy of Music. Notable performances include Farinelli and the King (Globe Theatre/West End), Bach recitals at the Edinburgh Festival, and Schubert's Die Schöne Müllerin. Upcoming engagements include The Exterminating Angel at the Metropolitan Opera and Broadway.

Research interests focus on historical and classical vocal performance, with a specialization in Baroque and early music repertoire. His discography and live performances emphasize technical precision and interpretive depth.

Awards include the Royal Philharmonic Young Artist of the Year (2010), Gramophone Recital Awards (2012 & 2014), and Critics’ Circle recognition for Exceptional Young Talent (2013).