Jeremy Huw Williams
Jeremy Huw Williams BEM (born 3 April 1969) is a Welsh baritone opera singer, known for his work in contemporary classical music.
Early life and education
Williams was born in Cardiff. He studied at Ysgol Gyfun Gymraeg Glantaf, Cardiff, St John's College, Cambridge, at the National Opera Studio, London, and with April Cantelo.
Career
Williams has appeared for
Incorporated Society of Musicians (ISM).[2]
Recordings
Williams has an extensive discography, including recordings of songs by William Mathias, Alun Hoddinott, and Mansel Thomas.[3]
Personal life
In 1991, Williams married Manon Jenkins, now Manon Antoniazzi.[4] The marriage ended in divorce.
Honours
Williams was awarded the
Honorary Degree of Doctor of Music from the University of Aberdeen in 2011, and also the 2022 John Edwards Memorial Award, the most prestigious non-competitive award given in Wales for services to the nation’s music.[7]
References
- ^ Official Website
- ^ Melissa Bradshaw (16 April 2019). "Jeremy Huw Williams appointed ISM President 2019-20". Rhinegold Publishing. Retrieved 12 June 2021.
- ^ Recordings on jeremyhuwwilliams.com
- ^ "BBC Wales public affairs head moves up to UK-wide role". BBC.
- ^ "No. 63377". The London Gazette (Supplement). 12 June 2021. p. B34.
- ^ Benjamin Wright (11 June 2021). "Queen's Birthday Honours List 2021: All the Welsh people honoured". WalesOnline. Retrieved 12 June 2021.
- ^ Jeremy's biography
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