Erica Gabriel received her bachelor’s degree in Vocal Performance and Pedagogy from Oakwood University and holds a master’s degree in Voice Performance from the University of Michigan. Currently, she is pursuing her Doctor of Musical Arts degree at the University of Kentucky. She has performed with orchestras across the country, including the Cincinnati Pops Orchestra, Jacksonville Symphony, Savannah Philharmonic, Jackson Symphony, Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra, and others.

She was cast in Ravinia’s production of Bernstein’s MASS with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, under the baton of Marin Alsop, which aired on the PBS television network as a part of their Great Performances series. She has also toured with the renowned American Spiritual Ensemble, under the direction of Dr. Everett McCorvey. Her competition credits include second place winner of the 2020 Alltech Scholarship competition and the 2018 Gold Medal winner of the American Traditions Vocal Competition.