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The Canadian baritone and vocal instructor, George (Geordie) Roberts, obtained his Bachelor of Music degree in General Music from University of British Columbia School of Music (1981-1985); and his Diploma in Performing Arts, Voice from Vancouver Academy of Music (1991-1994).
In thirteen seasons with the Vancouver Chamber Choir (since September 2015; Director: Jon Washburn), George Roberts was a frequent soloist in concert, on recordings and in many CBC radio broadcasts. “Geordie” also performed with the a cappella quartet “Fourtissimo” for 10 years, specializing in vocal jazz and renaissance repertoire. He has adjudicated music festivals from Victoria to Winnipeg, and has facilitated choral workshops throughout BC. His solo career has included engagements with Early Music Vancouver, Pacific Baroque Orchestra, Trinity Western University, the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra, Masterpiece Music and many community organizations in the Lower Mainland.
For 17 summers, George Roberts has been the vocal instructor at the West Coast Family Music Festival, offering group instruction in vocal technique, song interpretation and diction for singers. He is an instructor in voice and the co-ordinator of the Music Department, Capilano University (January 2001-September 2025) and the Co-ordinator of Music at Highlands United Church, North Vancouver (since 1992). He also hass his yPrivate voice teaching studio. In addition to his busy singing and teaching career, he is also a gifted accompanist and coach.
George Roberts makes his home in North Vancouver with his wife, Frances, and sons, Aidan, Garreth and Liam. |
