Jonathan Reinhold Choral Artist Program
Jonathan Reinhold was long recognized as a towering figure of Reading's artistic community.
His legacy of ultimate musicianship, professionalism, kindness, and joy will live on in his family, friends, colleagues - and those who were privileged enough to see and hear Jonathan perform.
Opus One was fortunate to have had this opportunity many times and we were even more blessed when he became a board member for our organization. His dedication and support for Opus One was unwavering.
To honor his memory and work, Opus One has created this Choral Artist Program in his name.
CHORAL ARTIST PROGRAM
Opus One seeks local vocal artists (semi-professionals, music students, excelling amateurs) for a new Choral Artist Program to form a paid singing core within the ensemble. The purpose is to correct voice part imbalance, increase the quality of vocal technique, and bolster the group’s confidence overall.
EXPECTATIONS
Choral Artists will…
- attend all dress rehearsals and concert events for Season 13
- regularly attend rehearsals (80% of total number of rehearsals listed)
- properly prepare music
- serve as a section leader (demonstrate proper vocal technique and musicality)
COMPENSATION
Choral Artists will be paid in the following manner…
- Regular Rehearsals = $50
- Dress Rehearsals = $75
- Main Concert Events = $100 ($200 for RenFaire Event)
APPLICATION
All applicants must complete a written application form (accessible by clicking the button below) and undergo an in-person audition. Auditions may be scheduled by emailing the director (info@opusonechamberchoir.com). Applications due by September 1, 2024.
Jonathan Reinhold graduated from Muhlenberg HS and continued his education at Temple University and then attended The Juilliard School in New York City, where he received his Bachelor's degree in Music.
Jonathan appeared with the Philadelphia Lyric Opera Company in the premiere of Gian Carlo Menotti’s, “The Hero”, in a role written for him by the composer. Other appearances included the Colorado Opera Festival, the Virginia Opera Company, the New York Lyric Opera Company, Eastern Opera Company of New York, and the American Opera Center. He has worked under the batons of James Conlon, Christian Badea, Robert de Cormier, and Christopher Keene.
Jonathan also had the privilege of singing at The White House for President Jimmy Carter to celebrate America’s bicentennial.
Jonathan debuted at Carnegie Hall in New York as the baritone soloist in Handel’s “Israel in Egypt”, subsequently performing in Martinu’s “Military Mass” and Ralph Vaughn Williams’ “Hodie”. He was featured as the baritone soloist in the Messiah at Avery Fisher Hall in New York City. He also appeared in concert at the French Embassy in Washington, D.C., where he performed for the benefit of the Arlington Symphony.
Jonathan performed off-Broadway in the revue “Revenge With Music” and was the baritone soloist in the New York Choral Society’s Summer Sing of the “Brahm’s Requiem” at Cami Hall in New York City.
Additional theater performances include Tom Trainor in “No, No Nanette” starring Selma Diamond, “Something To Do” at The Kennedy Center in Washington D.C. starring Pearl Bailey and “Naughty Marietta” starring Cyril Ritchard, Emile de Becque in “South Pacific,’ and the Beadle in “Sweeney Todd”.
While he was not traveling around the country entertaining, he owned and operated a private voice studio, established in 1986, where he worked with professional and non-professional singers, specializing in breathing and body organization to facilitate an unencumbered singing technique.
In 2013, Jonathan and his family announced the opening of Brickhouse Theater Company, where he served as the Artistic Director for several seasons. The theater combined professional talent and local talent, as well as provided educational outreach to the community.
Locally he performed with The Reading Symphony, Reading Civic Opera Society, Reading Pops, Opus One, and Genesius Theater.
In addition to his professional endeavors, those who knew him could quickly describe the full chested laugh at well-timed jokes. He loved his family and friends, his dogs, Stephen King and crime thrillers, cheesy horror movies and a good Manhattan (sometimes all at once!). You could always hear music in the house, whether created or played on the radio. You could also always find him in a store if you listened for keys jingling or the low hum of a tune. He loved to walk his dogs around the Reading Museum or Blue Marsh. He described food as “outrageous” if he really liked it. He always said of all his accomplishments, being Roseann’s husband and Jen and Jon’s Dad, was what he was most proud of.
When he spoke of music, he had a way of connecting it, not just in technique and sound, but in feeling. He didn’t just hear music, he was able to feel it. When he stood in front of an audience, he was able to transfer the energy to his audience, captivating them, but also affecting them with his story telling. Everything was a story to be told, and a lesson to be learned.
Jonathan will most be remembered for his ability to include those around him and create a loving circle, no matter what aspect of his life you were a part of, you were family.
