Natalie Wilson
Possessing a unique voice of exceptional agility, color, and range, mezzo-soprano Natalie Wilson is a specialist in the bel canto coloratura repertoire of Handel and Rossini, including such roles as Xerxes and Radamisto (Handel), and Rosina, La Cenerentola, and Tancredi (Rossini). Her repertoire also includes performances as Sesto (La clemenza di Tito), the title role in Carmen, and Prince Orlofsky (Die Fledermaus). Also an engaging actress, Ms. Wilson has charmed audiences in such musical comedy roles as Desiree Armfeldt (A Little Night Music) and Pitti-Sing (The Mikado). She sings with regional companies spanning both coasts, such as the One World Symphony, Opera San Jose, North Bay Opera, Berkeley Opera, and San Diego Comic Opera.
Ms. Wilson studies with E. Randolph Mickelson, Nico Castel, and Carol Castel. She resides in Manhattan, and teaches voice at the SUNY Long Island Conservatory in addition to her active performing career. Aside from music, she practices yoga and the healing art of Reiki. She and her husband Dan also regularly participate in Burning Man, Nevada's unique art festival.