Rochelle K. Ellis

Rochelle K. Ellis is a Performance Faculty member in Voice at Princeton University, concurrently serving on the voice faculty at Westminster Choir College. She specializes in oratorio, opera, and chamber music performance, with notable engagements including roles in Porgy and Bess (Serena) and Verdi’s Requiem with the National Opera of China. Her teaching emphasizes vocal technique and cultural context, exemplified in courses like Exploring Art Songs from the African Diaspora.

• Education: D.M.A. in Voice (Rutgers University), M.M.Ed. (Westminster Choir College)
• Affiliations: Board Member of New York Singing Teachers Association, Vocal Consultant for Trenton Children’s Chorus

Her outreach work includes directing opera education programs through The Princeton Festival and mentoring youth choirs. Ellis’s performances frequently bridge classical traditions with cross-cultural exploration, reflecting her commitment to accessibility and community engagement.