Kelsey Quinn

Baritone Quinn Kelsey has experienced steadily increasing success, appearing at top American houses and often at those abroad. He has a broad repertory but is heard most often in classic Italian opera. Kelsey was born in Honolulu on March 7, 1978. His full name is Quinn Kamakanalani Kelsey, and he is of Native Hawaiian background. His interest in opera grew after he joined the chorus of the Hawaii Opera Theatre in 1991. Kelsey attended the University of Hawaii at Manoa, studying with John W. Mount and majoring in vocal performance. He went on to study at the Chautauqua Instit...