About

Kristin Gavaza Ward is a classically trained singer and vocal teacher in the Washington, D.C. Metropolitan area. Having studied and performed a wide range of roles in operatic works including Die Zauberflöte, Street Scene, Amahl and the Night Visitors, Andrea Chénier, Suor Angelica, Faust, Iolanthe, and many others, she continues to perform and compete locally. Kristin completed her undergraduate studies at George Mason University, graduating with a Bachelor of Music in Vocal Performance. During her time at GMU, she was involved in both the opera and choral workshops, performing a variety of different roles and giving solo performances.   

Kristin later pursued graduate studies at James Madison University, graduating with a Master’s of Music in Vocal Performance. During her time at JMU, Kristin performed with the advanced chorale, studied and performed lead roles in the opera company’s Faust and Iolanthe, performed in recitals, and debuted music from fellow graduate composers.  

Outside of her studies and performing, Kristin has been teaching private voice lessons for ten years and enjoys working with a variety of classical and contemporary styles. She has held recitals, judged and entered students in competitions, prepared students for lead roles in school music productions, and assisted students in auditioning for college music programs.  

In addition to teaching privately in her home studio, Kristin serves on the faculty at The French International School, Rochambeau, in Bethesda. She has experience putting on productions and working with talented students and adults. She enjoys working with a wide range of levels and helping singers of all levels become the best musicians they can be.