Edward Kim is a distinguished baritone of international repute, renowned for his profound musical interpretations and commanding stage presence. A native of South Korea, Kim has enthralled audiences across Europe and Asia with his nuanced vocal artistry and refined dramatic sensibilities. Currently based in Singapore, he maintains an active career as a performer and pedagogue, making substantive contributions to both operatic and academic spheres.

Professional Trajectory

Kim’s extensive operatic repertoire underscores his remarkable versatility and interpretative depth. His critically acclaimed performances include:

• Don Giovanni (Don Giovanni) – The Opera People (Singapore)

• Silvio (Pagliacci) – Singapore Lyric Opera

• Vater (Hänsel und Gretel) – Opera Holland Park (UK)

• Dandini (La Cenerentola) – Welsh National Opera Gala under Maestro Carlo Rizzi

• Forester (The Cunning Little Vixen) – Hampstead Garden Opera (UK)

Beyond the operatic stage, Kim has been a featured artist in esteemed international festivals and recitals, including the Oxford International Song Festival, the Voices of Singapore Festival, and the Verbier Festival’s Atélier Lyrique. His artistry has garnered recognition through numerous accolades, such as the Sir Ian Stoutzker Prize, a Special Prize at the Antonina Campi Competition, and honors from the Osaka International Music Competition and Concert Artists Competition in New York.

Academic Formation and Pedagogical Engagement

Kim holds a Master of Performance with Distinction from the Royal College of Music (RCM), London. He has refined his craft under the mentorship of preeminent vocal coaches and conductors, honing his expertise in operatic and art song traditions.

As a dedicated educator, Kim serves as a lecturer in the vocal faculty at Capital College of the Arts (Singapore), where he instructs Principal Study (Classical Voice) and Choral Music. In his capacity as Programme Coordinator from 2025, he plays a pivotal role in curriculum development and the mentorship of emerging classical vocalists.