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Christian Sanders at the NYC Botanical Gardens

Operatic Tenor

About Christian

Christian Sanders is celebrated for dynamic performances with Minnesota Opera, Opera Theatre of Saint Louis, The Glimmerglass Festival, Utah Opera, Des Moines Metro Opera, and at the historic Chateau de Versailles in France.

A lithe, gleaming tenor and a hugely winning stage presence.

Opera Today

The Journey

A Career in Opera

Christian Sanders in theatrical settingChristian Sanders in Susannah production
2025-26

Current Season

This season brings Christian to Utah Opera for The Shining, Opera Omaha for Susannah, and Pacific Opera Victoria for Orpheus and Eurydice—continuing to expand his repertoire across dramatic and lyric roles.

Christian Sanders as Rodolfo in La bohème at Minnesota OperaChristian Sanders at Opera Theatre of Saint Louis
2023-25

Breakthrough Roles

Landmark seasons featuring Christian's debut as Rodolfo in La bohème with Minnesota Opera and Flute in A Midsummer Night's Dream at Opera Theatre of Saint Louis—signature roles showcasing his lyric tenor voice and dramatic versatility. Additional highlights included Sam Kaplan in Street Scene and the Vain Man in The Little Prince.

Christian Sanders as Begearss in The Ghosts of VersaillesChristian Sanders in Billy Budd
2021-23

Gaining Traction

Acclaimed performances as Loge in Das Rheingold with Dayton Opera and Begearss in The Ghosts of Versailles—first at The Glimmerglass Festival, then reprised at the historic Chateau de Versailles in France, marking an international milestone.

Christian Sanders as Jonathan Dale in Silent NightChristian Sanders in Il cappello di paglia di Firenze
2017-20

Residency Years

As a Resident Artist with Minnesota Opera, Christian performed standout roles including Jonathan Dale in Silent Night (recorded by Pentatone), Prunier in La rondine, and Bill in Jonathan Dove's Flight. He also trained with Des Moines Metro Opera and The Glimmerglass Festival young artist programs.

Christian Sanders early career photoChristian Sanders at the NYC Botanical Gardens
Training

Foundation

Christian earned his Master of Music in Operatic Performance from Rice University and his Bachelor of Arts Magna Cum Laude from Point Loma Nazarene University. His early career included the Utah Opera Resident Artist Program and pivotal roles at Santa Fe Opera and Aspen Music Festival.

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Praise

What Critics Say

Christian Sanders revealed a ringing tenor that seems destined for distinction...

Cameron Kelsall, Bachtrack

The villainous Patrick Honoré Bégearss is served up with obvious relish, with a side of scenery to chew on, by Christian Sanders. Mr. Sanders' clarion, bright-toned tenor sailed through the treacherous Aria of the Worm with nary a problem, undaunted by the tessitura or imposing orchestration.

James Sohre, Opera Today

Standouts included the theatrically astute tenor Christian Sanders, as Bégearss, the cartoon villain in Beaumarchais's opera, who has two lengthy, vehement arias about vermin...

Heidi Waleson, The Wall Street Journal

Delightfully wicked in his portrayal of Delbert Grady, singing with a dynamic, charismatic flare that is highly entertaining to see and hear.

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