Mary Nelson

Mary Nelson is a Professor of Singing at the Royal Academy of Music, where she was elected a Fellow in 2019. She is a renowned operatic and concert soprano with extensive international engagements. Her roles include principal parts with English National Opera, such as Susanna, Pamina, and Lucia in *The Rape of Lucretia*, and collaborations with major orchestras including the Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment and the Royal Scottish National Orchestra. She has performed major works like Mozart’s *Requiem*, Bach’s *St Matthew Passion*, and Handel’s *Messiah* under conductors such as Sir Richard Hickox and Nicholas McGegan.

Education: Studied at the Royal Academy of Music. Career highlights include recitals at Wigmore Hall and a critically acclaimed tour of Argentina. Recordings include Vivaldi Cantatas and Mendelssohn’s *Symphony No. 2*.

Research interests focus on classical vocal performance, baroque opera, and early music interpretation. Awards include her Fellowship from the Royal Academy of Music.

Advising and grants: No specific grants noted, but her professorship at RAM reflects her academic leadership. Collaborations include the Early Opera Company and Classical Opera Company. She is actively involved in mentoring through her teaching role and performance projects.