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The American bass, Thou Yang, received his Bachelors of Arts in Music Education and Teaching Credential from Fresno Pacific University in California under the direction of Dr. Roy Klassen. He taught choir for three years at Selma High School and Abraham Lincoln Middle School in Selma, California where he was able to develop and expand the growing choral music program in the district. He recently graduated from The Conservatory of Music and Dance - University of Missouri-Kansas City with a Master of Music in Choral Conducting.
At Fresno Pacific, Thou Yang performed the role of Sarastro in W.A. Mozart's 'Die Zauberflöte' under music director Deborah Sauer-Farrand. He was also the Baritone Soloist for Johannes Brahms'
Ein deutsches Requiem' under the direction of Dr. Roy Klassen. He has toured and performed in Italy with the Fresno City Singers, under the direction of Julie Dana, as well as throughout California. His notable performances include: singing backup for Kenny Loggins, Deborah Allen, opening for Jimmy “JJ” Walker, opening choir for Chanticleer, and singing in the mass choir with Carol Channing and the Fresno Philharmonic.
Thou Yang is currently teaching Vocal Music in Kansas City and is in his first season with the Kansas City Chorale. He currently resides in Kansas City, Missouri's with his wife Susan and four children - Alene, Mark, Jean, and Corinne. |
