Brian L. Fenderson
Baritone Brian L. Fenderson has distinguished himself with diverse roles across opera and concert stages. Recent highlights include title roles in Puccini’s Gianni Schicchi and Milhaud’s Les Malheurs d’Orphée with Opera at USC, performances with The Palmetto Opera, and soloist appearances in benefit concerts and new music series. Other recent productions include Scott Davenport Richards’ "Blind Injustice," Mazzoli’s "Proving Up," and Humperdinck’s "Hänsel und Gretel." Brian appeared in the Metropolitan Opera’s Grammy-winning production of "Porgy and Bess" and will return for the 2025-2026 season. He recently earned a Doctor of Musical Arts from the University of South Carolina and is excited to join the Tenet Trailblazers this season. Brian has performed at Carnegie Hall, the Kennedy Center, and internationally.