Finalist in The George London Competition

February 15, 2012

I am thrilled and delighted to inform you that I have been chosen as a finalist in the George London Competition here in New York.  To be a finalist in this competition is such a great honor, and I'm looking forward to performing for the public on Friday, February 17, 2012 at 5:55p.m.  To find out more information, click here.  Thank you for your unwavering support, encouragement, and prayers.

The Sullivan Foundation Award

November 16, 2011

Dear Friends, 

I just wanted to let you know that I have been informed that I am one of the recipients of the 2011-2012 Sullivan Foundation Award.  Winners of the award are granted monetary funds to offset career-related expenses.  Thank you so much for all of your prayers, positive vibes, and great thoughts! 

1st Place Winner of the 23rd Annual Dallas Opera Guild Vocal Competition!!!!!!

May 14, 2011

I just wanted to share some news with you!  I'm fresh off of the airplane from Dallas, Texas - my second home!  As of last night, I can proudly say that I am the 1st Place Winner of the 23rd Annual Dallas Opera Guild Vocal Competition.  Of course, I'm sure that you can imagine how excited I am.  it is a tremendous honor and delight for me to have been received so well by the Dallas community because they helped to nurture my talent while I was an undergraduate student at Southern Methodist University (Go Mustangs!!).  I am honored to have been chosen as the winner among so many of my talented colleagues.  Thank you all so much for your words of wisdom, prayer, and encouragement during this process.  It means the world to me.  As we approach the coming months, there are many things ahead so keep me in your thoughts.  One thing I know for sure is that winning this competition will change my life.

Review of Grand Finals Concert at Palm Beach Opera

April 11, 2011

Countertenor John Holiday gave an outstanding rendition of Handel’s Crude furie degli orridi abissi from Serse. The countertenor dazzled with the clarity and purity of his tone. It is a large voice for a countertenor. The precision of his cadenzas and passage work were crisp and sparkling. Holiday was awarded the fifth prize.
~ R. Spencer Butler of Palm Beach Daily News 

Palm Beach Opera Grand Finals - 5th Place!!!!!

April 10, 2011

It was such an honor to have been chosen as a finalist for the Palm Beach Opera Vocal Competition, which was held today.  While in Palm Beach, I have encountered so many wonderful colleagues with whom I hope to work in the near future.  At  the end of the finals competition, I earned 5th place overall.  I know that there were many of you praying and sending good energy my way, and I want to say thank you for all of your thoughts and prayers.  The esteemed judges of the competition were Ken Benson, Lenore Rosenberg, Dona Vaugh, and Christine Scheppelmann. To read a review, click here!

Review Of "Something Olde, Something New II"

February 12, 2011

"Bourbon Baroque performed with finesse, in arrangements characterized by their good taste.  They were joined by countertenor John T. Holiday, Jr. for several pieces.  Mr. Holiday’s singing was simply breathtaking, provoking gasps of appreciation from many in the audience and warm, ecstatic applause during curtain calls.   Beginning with a magnificent reading of Strike the viol from Come ye sons of art away, and through several other pieces, his performance was most impressive." - Keith Waits of The Arts Louisville 

*WELCOME*

December 12, 2010

Hello and welcome to the new and improved JohnHolidayLive.com - OFFICIAL website of countertenor John Holiday. It has been recreated to be more user-friendly so that you can keep tabs on me.  On JohnHolidayLive.com, I hope that you will be able to find information about me, my events, and ways that I can sing for your personal event.  So, if you have some burning questions or just want to know more about me, sign up for my quarterly newsletter and I will divulge all of the answers to your questions.  

 

Let’s Catch You Up:

The past few months have been kind of crazy, but - alas - I survived!  In the world of opera, we young artists have just finished our whirlwind tour of auditions for summer and year-long apprentice programs.  Although it was exhausting, every moment of it was worth it.  I am proud to announce that I have accepted an assignment with Santa Fe Opera as an apprentice in their 2011 Santa Fe Opera Apprentice Singer Program.  From June through August, I will be there covering the role of Corrado in Antonio Vivaldi’s Griselda - training and working with some of the most respected conductors, directors, and singers in the classical world. Currently, I am in the production week of George F. Handel’s Messiah, and it is going well.  

 

So, there you have it!  There is much to be done, and I have always enjoyed a challenge. Because the site is still being updated, please continue to check back often for media updates and contact me if you have some questions. I would like to thank Scott Allen, the creative force behind this website, for an outstanding job.   It is my prayer that you will remember the reason for the season, and give something to someone who perhaps may not receive any other gift but the one you give.  Have a happy holiday season and a very prosperous new year!

 

~ JH