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Jean Danton is a distinguished soprano and Equity Actor currently serving on the Voice Faculty at Boston College, Salem State University, and New England Conservatory (SCE & PREP). At New England Conservatory, she also co-directs both the Opera Workshop and Musical Theatre Workshop Courses. With a career spanning performances throughout the United States and Europe, Ms. Danton has established herself as a versatile artist in oratorio, opera, recitals, musicals, and concert stages, earning praise as 'A stunning soprano' (Providence Journal).
Ms. Danton received her formal musical education with a B.M./B.F.A. from S.U.N.Y. at Fredonia and an M.M. from the Hartt School of Music, building a strong foundation for her diverse performance career. These qualifications have supported her extensive work across multiple musical genres and performance contexts.
Renowned for her vocal versatility, Ms. Danton's performance repertoire spans classical, contemporary, chamber music, pops, and musical theatre. She has premiered works by contemporary composers including Delvyn Case, Carson Cooman, Thomas Oboe Lee, and Aleksandra Vrebalov. Her artistic range extends to jazz performances with ensembles like the Rusty Scott Quartet and the Orchestra at Indian Hill. A strong advocate for new music, she has demonstrated remarkable adaptability across multiple musical genres and performance contexts, from Carnegie Hall debuts to intimate cabaret settings.
Ms. Danton's extensive recording catalog reflects her diverse musical interests, with recent projects exploring inspirational music, holiday classics, bilingual education through song, and contemporary interpretations of traditional repertoire. Her work demonstrates a consistent commitment to both preserving classical traditions and exploring innovative musical expressions across the full spectrum of vocal performance.
- Featured artist on Pandora Premium
- Film credits include vocals for PBS, Lifetime, and Oregon Public Broadcasting
- Performed under renowned conductors: Keith Lockhart, Christopher Hogwood, Helmuth Rilling, Martin Pearlman, Bruce Hangen, John Finney, and Julian Wachner
- Appeared with major ensembles including Boston Pops Orchestra and Boston Lyric Opera
As an educator, Ms. Danton brings her extensive performance experience to her teaching, mentoring the next generation of vocal artists at multiple institutions. Her workshops at New England Conservatory provide students with practical experience in both opera and musical theatre performance, bridging the gap between academic training and professional practice.
Ms. Danton maintains an active performance schedule, regularly appearing at chamber music festivals including the Rockport Chamber Music Festival, Martha's Vineyard Chamber Music Festival, and Meeting House Chamber Music Festival, demonstrating her ongoing commitment to artistic excellence and professional engagement across multiple performance venues and contexts.
