Lynn Kao

Lynn Kao is an acclaimed Asian American conductor, vocal coach, and pianist currently serving as Professor and Music Director of Opera Productions at The Hartt School, University of Hartford since 2020. She maintains an active international career with guest conductor positions across Europe and Asia while leading opera productions at Hartt.

Her educational background includes:

• MM/AD from Indiana University and Cologne School of Music, Germany
• BM from Indiana University

Kao specializes in classical vocal and orchestral repertoire with expertise spanning conducting techniques, vocal pedagogy, and historical performance practices. Her artistic approach emphasizes emotional communication and technical precision, particularly in German and Italian operatic traditions. She bridges performance and education through masterclasses and collaborative coaching.

Her notable honors include:

• Prizewinner at the Sir George Solti International Conducting Competition
• Audience award at the Queen Elisabeth International Piano Competition
• Val Tidone International Chamber Music Competition victory for piano trio 'Enos'

Kao mentors vocal students and directs opera productions at The Hartt School, while maintaining affiliations as honorary professor at Gyumri State Conservatory and guest conductor for Gyumri State Symphony Orchestra. Her career demonstrates sustained excellence across performance, education, and artistic leadership in classical music.