BIOGRAPHY

Hakeem Henderson's repertoire spans Classical to Contemporary works, with performances in a diverse range of roles including 'Don Curzio' (Le Nozze di Figaro), 'Fortunato' (The Cask of Amontillado), and 'Rapunzel's Prince' (Into the Woods). He also appeared as 'Big Deal' in the 2019 Edinburgh International Festival's production of West Side Story. 

Henderson has showcased his talent in concert works such as Elgar's Coronation Ode, Mozart's Coronation Mass, Dvorak's Stabat Mater, and Saint-Saëns' Christmas Oratorio. His achievements include winning 3rd place and the Audience Favorite Award at the 2020 Boulder Bach Festival’s World Bach Competition, as well as being a finalist in several  competitions. 

He holds a Bachelor's degree in Vocal Performance from Morgan State University and a Master's from the Royal Northern College of Music in Manchester. Henderson has participated in esteemed programs like the Gerdine Young Artist Program at Opera Theatre St. Louis and the Daniel Ferro Vocal Program. 

Henderson has written, produced, and performed popular music, with his work featured on Spike Lee's She's Gotta Have It and BBC Music Introducing in Manchester.

Based in the DC Metropolitan Area, he continues to thrive as a freelance performer.