Bates O'Neal, tenor, is a recent graduate of the College of Charleston. Studying with David Templeton, he has performed roles with College of Charleston Opera, College of Charleston Department of Theatre and Dance, Charleston Opera, and Miami Music Festival, and he has been seen as a featured soloist with the Charleston Symphony Orchestra. He has sung under Dr. Robert Taylor in numerous choral ensembles in Charleston. Beginning Fall 2018, Bates is pursuing a Masters of Music at Mannes School of Music at The New School in New York City.