Nathan Granner, Tenor

American tenor Nathan Granner is celebrated for his eloquent voice and commanding stage presence, traversing from the lyrical narratives of classical opera to the bold frontiers of contemporary composition. His recent portrayals of Mario Cavaradossi in Tosca with Opera Orlando and Don José in Carmen with Opera Santa Barbara, alongside his profound depiction of Korey Wise in the Pulitzer Prize–winning opera The Central Park Five with Portland Opera, Long Beach Opera, and Detroit Opera, attest to his versatility and commitment to bringing intricate characters to life with emotional authenticity.

Nathan has recently completed recording two albums for the prestigious Pentatone label, expanding his already rich discography. These releases represent his deep-seated respect for the classical canon, and his enthusiasm for exploring modern opera’s expressive new frontiers. Ombre di luce features a collection of resplendent Classical-epoch arias for tenor, accompanied by the Orchestre Philharmonique de Marseille.

The other recording, a new version of Gordon Getty’s Goodbye, Mr. Chips, promises to be a significant addition to Nathan’s discography following the positive critical and public reception of the 2021 film adaptation of the same opera.

The 2024–25 season included La bohème with Tacoma Opera and Nathan’s return to Portland Opera as Ullman/Grady in The Shining. Reprising Korey Wise in The Central Park Five and premiering Radamès in Aida, Nathan debuted with Detroit Opera and Dayton Opera, respectively. Last season, Nathan was featured in a new film adaptation of Gordon Getty’s Plump Jack.

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