Biography
A former Patricia and Dr. Carl S Hoveland Opera Fellow, Isaiah Feken is a sought-after
teacher and performer across the U.S. Isaiah has appeared with Central City Opera,
Des Moines Metropolitan Opera, Des Moines Ballet, Crested Butte Music Festival, Pittsburgh
Festival Opera, Athens Choral Society, and was an artist in residence with Opera Colorado
for their 19-20 and 20-21 seasons. Dr. Feken is also an active researcher; his article,
"The Voice Divided," was featured in the Journal of Voice in January 2023. Previously,
Dr. Feken was a Teaching Associate of Voice at Drake University and served as the
Artistic Director and Principal Conductor for Drake Opera Theatre. A native of Tulsa,
Oklahoma, Dr. Feken received his B.M. from the University of Tulsa, later completing
his M.M. and D.M.A. at the University of Georgia where he served as a principal baritone
for UGA Opera Theatre.
Research Interests
Vocal Subcategorization and the Fach System<br>A Psychosomatic model for Vocal Production
