PSU Opera Alumni

Metropolitan Opera star and Grammy Award winner Audrey Luna graduated with her undergraduate degree from Portland State University in 2001 and earned her master’s degree from the University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music. 

"I was able to tailor my undergraduate education at Portland State University around my goal of becoming an opera singer. The opera department provided me with ample opportunities to grow within its walls and beyond. From performing in full-scale operas, to the regular masterclasses with singers enjoying an international career to the unforgettable tour of Germany with chamber choir. I enjoyed all that the PSU music department had to offer and am so grateful for my time there." ~ Audrey Luna

This Portland, Oregon born, award-winning bass-baritone has amassed a wonderful list of accolades and successes in the last decade singing leading roles with the major orchestras and opera companies of the world.  His imposing stage presence and magnificent voice have electrified audiences in Europe, New Zealand, North and South America, Korea and Japan.

"My studies at Portland State University were critical in my path to achieving worldwide success as an opera singer...[T]he high-quality [faculty] provided the support and belief in me to propel me on year after year. I am so thankful for the opportunity to have earned my Bachelor of Music from Portland State University!" ~ Clayton Brainerd