Dr. Jeremiah Sanders is earning praise for “vocally powerful” (KDHX) performances and their “robust voice and a flair for comedy” (Herald Times) in classical and contemporary operatic repertoire.

Sanders has performed in France, Mexico, and Italy, and stateside, with esteemed companies and orchestras including with the Augusta Symphony Orchestra, Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra, Lakes Area Music Festival, Opera Saratoga, Des Moines Metro Opera, Cedar Rapids Opera, Minnesota Opera, and Opera San José.

Sanders consistently wins at major competitions and was awarded the Baritone Prize in the 2025 George Shirley Vocal Competition. This 26-27 Season, Sanders will sing recitals across the Midwest and South, Jazz Trio in Trouble in Tahiti with the Austin Symphony Orchestra, Baritone Soloist in Carmina Burana with Chamber Singers of Iowa City, Beethoven’s 9th Symphony with the UI Choirs and Orchestra, Judge Turpin in Sweeny Todd with Cedar Rapids Opera, and Falstaff in Falstaff with Heartbeat Opera.

Sanders regularly participates in workshops and premieres for new operas and is featured on Prestini and Campbell’s live recording of Edward Tulane. An avid recitalist, Sanders has a substantial interest in Romantic, 20th century, and contemporary composers.

Sanders is proud to teach at the University of Iowa. His students regularly perform across the world, teach the next generation of musicians, and are leaders in their fields.