Long standing soprano section leader of Canterbury Choral Society Laura Jobin-Acosta is both a soprano and composer. Jobin-Acosta is a regular performer of new and classic work in NYC including performances at the prestigious venues within Lincoln Center and Carnegie Hall. As a soloist, her professional singing experience expands internationally. Laura's compositions focus on Puerto Rican culture, BIPOC voices, & positive stories. OPERA America IDEA Resident Opera Composer at the National Opera Center, 2021-2022. Finalist in BMP: Next Gen as part of Beth Morrison Projects, 2021. Art song commissions from Opera on Tap, Five Boroughs Music Festival & On Site Opera. Current opera projects: The Curious Lady of Lyme Regis, a short opera film about paleontologist Mary Anning & La Alcaldesa, a full-length opera about Puerto Rico's Doña Felisa Rincón de Gautier, the first female mayor in San Juan. Other large work includes The Seven Last Words of Christ, a chamber oratorio for soloists and choir. Upcoming commissions from Brick Church in Manhattan, Ensemble Pi, & Canterbury Choral Society. BM in Classical Voice from Denver University, MM in Classical Composition from SUNY Purchase Conservatory of Music. www.laurajobinacosta.com
Of her role in Canterbury Choral Society, Laura says, “As a section leader for CCS, it’s wonderful to share the beauty and power of such amazing compositions with singers of all levels. The music never goes underappreciated, as my fellow singers are there to sing with their hearts.”
