"A once-in-a-generation voice, a born communicator, a deeply compassionate human being with so much to give to audiences – Jamie Barton is an artist whose time truly has come."

Jamie Barton in Recital

University of Memphis

Arizona Opera presents Jamie Barton, celebrated mezzo-soprano and “opera’s nose-studded rock star” (New York Times), in recital. Critically acclaimed by virtually every major outlet covering classical music, Barton was named 2020 “Personality of the Year” at the BBC Music Magazine Awards and received the Opera Magazine Reader’s Award at the 2021 International Opera Awards. Additionally, she is the winner of the Beverly Sills Artist Award, Richard Tucker Award, and BBC Cardiff Singer of the World Competition, and her album Unexpected Shadows earned a GRAMMY nomination in 2022 for Best Classical Solo Vocal Album.

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Tucson Desert Song Festival Presents: Jamie Barton, mezzo-soprano with pianist Kathleen Kelly

University of Arizona

We're thrilled to present celebrated mezzo-soprano Jamie Barton in recital, joined by pianist Kathleen Kelly! Don't miss your chance to hear this "once-in-a-generation voice" (Opera) and "opera's nose-studded rock star" (The New York Times) in what is sure to be an unforgettable evening.

Kathleen Kelly

Events

Upcoming events

Nov 21, 2026

Jamie Barton in Recital · Seattle Opera

Past events

Mar 21, 2026

Jamie Barton in Recital · Opera Memphis

Mar 5, 2026

Tucson Desert Song Festival Presents: Jamie Barton, mezzo-soprano with pianist Kathleen Kelly · University of Arizona School of Music

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