Kristin Roach is a Grammy-nominated pianist and international conductor with 37 new operas and 21 world premieres under her baton. She serves as Opera Coach and Conductor at Lawrence University, and Conductor at Pacific Opera Project and Vocal Academy of Opera in Bodrum, Turkey.
As Founding Music Director of Alamo City Opera from 2012-2019, Ms. Roach conducted seventeen operas over seven seasons. She has recorded with the New World Symphony, the Eastman Wind Ensemble, and violinist Daniel Kobialka. Salon Buenos Aires, recorded with Camerata San Antonio, was nominated for two Latin Grammy® awards.
She holds Bachelor and Master of Music degrees and the Performer’s Certificate from the Eastman School of Music.