At Seattle Opera in 2022/23: Pianist, Bound
Hometown: Portland, OR
David McDade first worked with Seattle Opera in 1995, accompanying rehearsals of Rigoletto and the Ring, before joining the staff full time in 2002. As Head of Coach-Accompanists for Seattle Opera, he works with each conductor to prepare every singer for their roles. He recently served as acting Chorus Master for The Marriage of Figaro (’22) and as piano accompanist in recitals for Amber Wagner and Helena Dix. McDade has been a vocalist, a French horn player, and a conductor.
Last Updated: June 2023