Electronic Press Kit
Biography
Singer, Pianist, Polyglot, Weightlifter
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Born in New Zealand, Soprano Katherine Merryman grew up in a small town along the Mississippi River in Illinois.
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After graduating as a voice major from Interlochen Arts Academy, a boarding school for the fine arts, Katherine double majored in Vocal Performance and French at DePauw University School of Music and trained further in Vienna, Austria and Paris, France.
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She earned her Master's vocal performance degree from the Prayner Konservatorium in Vienna, Austria. She speaks French and German and has sung in ten languages.​​
​​​A skilled speaker and writer with a talent for developing unique programs such as "Lifesong," "Zeitgeist: A Journey of Song from the Medieval Age to the 21st Century," "Gratitude in Song," "Christ's Birth Songs: Perspectives," and "Mystery of Faith: Were You There?" she excels at collaborating with musicians and non-musicians alike to provide audiences a theatrical experience accompanied by music that tells a story.
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Katherine's excellent acting is evident when she sings, wholly embodying the emotion of the characters she portrays, delivered with her clear, rich soprano - full yet agile.
Katherine is also a pianist and weightlifter.
Videos
Music
Frauenliebe und Leben, Op. 42 (Robert Schumann)
Released 11/2023
Press & Reviews
"The selection of music you provided was personal and enlightened." - Bolling Willse, Sr. (Manor Mill)
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"...your voice is absolutely beautiful and will be remembered for a long time." - Michele Wickline (Upperco VFC)
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"Your beautiful voice matched perfectly with the gallery space!" - Kathleen Kline (Katsea Art Gallery)
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"She has a beautiful voice that is sure to capture attention."
- Kulsoom Khan
Sample Programs
Concerts/Performances
More 2024-2025 Concerts, Events, Recitals, & Programs
Dates, times, & locations to be announced​
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Concert with Elena Millar (Palmyra, PA) 2025
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Frauenliebe und -leben, Op. 42 (Schumann) & Zigeunerlieder, Op. 103 (Brahms) 2025
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Bachianas Brasileiras No. 5 (Heitor Villa-Lobos) 2025
Past Performances
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National Anthem - Garrison Forest Veterans Day Ceremony - November 2024
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"Autumn Leaves" with Annie Gill and Andrew Stewart - BOPA Grant - October 2024
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Concert: "Three Sopranos" (Capitol Opera Harrisburg) - October 2024
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The Grand Duchess of Gérolstein (J. Offenbach), Chorus/Grand Duchess (Cover) (Victorian Lyric Opera Company) - August/September 2024
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Hansel and Gretel (E. Humperdinck), Gretel and Dew Fairy (Center Stage Opera) - May/June 2024
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National Anthem - Delmarva Shorebirds - April 2024
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"Mystery of Faith: Were You There?" (worship drama) March 2024
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"Broadway, will you be my Valentine?" February 14, 2024
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"Christ's Birth Songs: Perspectives" (worship drama) December 2023
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"Gratitude in Song" - Reflection on provision, rescue, promise, and freedom - November 2023
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"Sunday in the Park" Series (Hampstead, MD) Summer 2023
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"Zeitgeist: A Journey of Song from the Medieval Age to the 21st Century" - Manor Mill (Monkton, MD) - May 2023
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"Autumn Leaves" with Annie Gill and Andrew Stewart - Manor Mill (Monkton, MD) - October 2023
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Grand Opening - Upperco Volunteer Fire Company (Upperco, MD) February 2023
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"Lifesong" - Benefit Concert for Human Life Services of York, PA - November 2022
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Annual Towson July 4th Parade (Towson, MD) since July 2022
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Katsea Art Gallery (Towson, MD) December 2022
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Annual Yuletide Village (Upperco, MD) since December 2022
Photo credit - Jon Buser