Bass-baritone
American
Davóne Tines is an American bass-baritone of formidable range and intellectual depth, distinguished by his refusal to be confined to operatic convention and his commitment to centering Black narratives and social critique within the lyric arts.
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Davóne Tines has built a career that privileges artistic innovation and conceptual depth over the traditional operatic career arc. Beginning as a classical vocalist, he has progressively expanded his practice to encompass composition, curation, and performance art, establishing himself as a leading voice in conversations about race, representation, and the future of opera. His creation of *The Black Clown* and his collaborative projects with major cultural institutions position him as an essential figure in contemporary performing arts.
Created and performed *The Black Clown*, a multimedia performance work exploring race and representation through operatic voice and contemporary art, presented at The Miller Theater and other major venues
Recordings featuring Davóne Tines in the Society index
Additional recordings will appear here as the catalog expands.