Behind the Voice

Christon E. Carney is a tenor recognized for his expressive warmth, narrative depth, and versatility across opera, oratorio, and art song. A native of Nashville, Tennessee, he earned his Master of Music in Vocal Performance from the New England Conservatory, and a Bachelor of Music in Music Education from Lipscomb University.

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Christon made his operatic debut with Nashville Opera as Giuseppe in La Traviata and later performed in Pulitzer Prize winning opera, Omar. He has appeared with Boston Lyric Opera, Nashville Opera, the Rhode Island Civic Chorale and Orchestra, the Nashville Symphony, and the Pioneer Valley Symphony & Chorus new operas and orchestral works in principal and featured roles.

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As a concert soloist and recitalist, Christon has been featured in American Hope at Mount Holyoke College, Holiday Pops with the Massachusetts Symphony Orchestra, Salisbury Singers, among other regional performances. He has also appeared in programs presented by Music at Trinity, Music at College of the Holy Cross, Mechanics Hall Concert Plus and the College Church Concert Series.

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During his training, Christon participated in masterclasses with Lawrence Brownlee, Ben Heppner, and other distinguished artists. His repertoire ranges from Bach and Handel to American composers and spirituals, characterized by sincerity, refined tone, and an abiding connection to text and meaning.

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Currently based in Worcester, Massachusetts, Christon serves as Education & Outreach Manager and Managing Director of the Many Voices: Mechanics Hall Youth Singers, continuing his dedication to nurturing the next generation of musicians. In addition to his performance career, Christon is a dedicated educator, teaching voice at JMS School of Singing in Shrewsbury and Pakachoag Music School in Worcester. A 2024 Worcester Business Journal “40 Under 40” honoree, he is celebrated for uniting artistry, education, and community through the transformative power of song.