William Ferguson

William Ferguson is a Lecturer in Voice at the University of Virginia. A native of Richmond, Virginia, he holds a Bachelor’s and Master’s of Music from The Juilliard School.

Mr. Ferguson is a renowned tenor with extensive performance credits in opera, orchestral, and recital settings. Highlights include roles with Santa Fe Opera, Opera Australia, The Metropolitan Opera, New York City Opera, and international venues in Europe and North America. He has collaborated with prestigious orchestras such as the Los Angeles Philharmonic, Boston Symphony Orchestra, and BBC Orchestra.

Scientific Awards:

• First Place in the Oratorio Society of New York Solo Competition
• Alice Tully Debut Recital Award
• Awards from Opera Index, The Bagby Foundation, and Opera Orchestra of New York

His current and upcoming engagements include recitals in New York and Toronto, performances at the Bard Music Festival, and a return to Salzburg for Stuart MacRae’s Anthropocene.