Andrew Smith, Bass-Baritone

Dr. Andrew Smith, bass-baritone, was born and raised in Washington, DC. He attended George Mason University, The Catholic University of America, and the University of Michigan.

As a classically trained musician, Dr. Smith uses his knowledge of vocal technique and musical interpretation to bridge the gap between genres and overall musicianship within the community. He is well-versed in performing and writing across multiple genres, including classical, gospel, musical theater, and jazz. Over the years, Dr. Smith has performed as a soloist in operas, choral works, and musicals and has been at the helm of many productions as a music director and vocal director.

As a singer, conductor, composer, and arranger, Dr. Smith actively shares his musical talents through numerous compositions and arrangements for the ensembles he founded: The Sam Bonds Chorale and The Genesis Music Ministry. He also serves as an assistant conductor for the Men of Color Chorale, which encourages men of color to make choral music together.

Recent solo performances include performing as the bass soloist in oratorios and choral-orchestral works across the country, including Schubert’s Stabat Mater (2023) and Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony (2024) with Colby College, Elijah in Mendelssohn’s Elijah with the Georgetown Chorale (2023) and Hillsdale College (2024) and the bass soloist for with The Washington Chorus’ presentation of This Love Between Us by Reena Esmail (2025).

Dr. Smith currently serves as an Adjunct Applied Professor of Classical Voice at George Mason University and maintains a vocal studio for all ages through his organization ASMITHMUSIC LLC.