Michael Wisdom

Michael Wisdom

A native of Arlington, Texas, counter-tenor Michael Wisdom is quickly becoming recognized as one of the most exciting young talents in vocal music.

A 2004 graduate of the Fort Worth Academy of Fine Arts, Michael has dedicated himself to focusing and developing his craft. In 2005, he accepted multiple scholarships to study at the Cincinnati Conservatory of Music, where he sings as a member of the Chamber Choir. He also sings professionally with the acclaimed Cincinnati Vocal Arts Ensemble.

Mr. Wisdom has been called upon to perform alto solos in Bach’s Cantata 172, St. Matthew Passion and St. John Passion, as well as in Handel’s Messiah and Dixit Dominus. Last year, he had the privilege of meeting and studying with Simon Carrington at the Yale Norfolk Music Festival.

Currently, Mr. Wisdom studies privately with Karen Lykes, but has also had the distinguished pleasure of studying with David Adams. In his spare time, he enjoys running, swimming, camping, basketball, tennis, and practicing his music. Mr. Wisdom currently resides in Cincinnati, where he is pursuing his Bachelor’s Degree in vocal performance at CCM.