Sherman Lowe
Sherman Lowe: A Biography
Vocal pedagogue Sherman Lowe is one of the most sought-after experts in operatic singing in Europe. He was also one of my most influential mentors. The principles I learned during my time studying with him—particularly his foundational understanding of vocal support and registration—form a core part of the historically-informed, science-led vocal pedagogy I teach to my own students today.
Mr. Lowe's expertise is built on a lifetime of dedicated study and performance. A graduate of the prestigious University of North Carolina School of the Arts, he completed his formal education at the Accademia Chigiana in Siena and the Hochschule Mozarteum in Salzburg. After moving to New York City, he studied with some of the city's most respected teachers, including Daniel Ferro, Armen Boyajian, and Shirlee Emmons. He later continued his development as a bass-baritone in Europe under the guidance of legendary artists such as Hans Hotter, Walter Berry, and Simon Estes.
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As a performer, Mr. Lowe won major competitions in both the United States and Europe. He sang in numerous theatres and concert halls across North America and Europe, working with many of the most noted conductors and singers of his time. This deep practical experience on the stage informs every aspect of his teaching.
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A dedicated scholar of vocal research, Mr. Lowe was awarded a prestigious Fulbright Foundation grant in 1993 and 1994 to further his pedagogical work in Italy. This marked his transition from a successful performer to a world-renowned teacher.​
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Dr. Ken Querns-Langley
Today, Mr. Lowe lives and teaches privately in Treviso, Italy. His studio has become an international melting pot for gifted singers from every corner of the globe. His students regularly win prizes in the world's most prestigious voice competitions and perform leading roles in leading opera houses worldwide. His authority in the field makes him a frequent lecturer at voice conferences and a guest for masterclasses at renowned institutions, including the Maggio Musicale di Firenze, Teatro Comunale di Bologna, La Fenice di Venezia, Opernhaus Zürich, the Junges Ensemble at Theater an der Wien, and the Accademia del Bel Canto “Rodolfo Celletti” at the Festival della Valle D'Itria.
Continue the Legacy of Masterful Singing
with Dr. Ken Querns-Langley
The principles of vocal technique passed down through the lineage of Sherman Lowe are foundational for any serious artist. Dr. Ken Querns-Langley builds upon this profound work, integrating it with the latest in vocal science to meet the demands of the modern professional singer. A limited number of private studio slots are now available for dedicated, advanced students.