Biography

Jóhann Schram Reed has been noted internationally for his rich, warm sound and moving performances.  The Icelandic bass-baritone was most recently seen as Rapunzel’s Prince in Pacific Opera Project’s dynamic production of Sondheim’s Into The Woods at Descanso Gardens. Shortly before that, he appeared as Escamillo with the Lyric Opera of Orange County.  He also recently performed the role of Don Basilio in Opera Roanoke’s exciting production of Rossini’s Il barbiere di Siviglia, “singing absolutely beautifully all the while” (Roanoke Times).

Mr. Schram Reed made his international debut as the soloist in Tokyo Sinfonia’s performance of Brahms' Ein Deutsches Requiem, a part of their quincentennial celebration of the Reformation. He has previously been a celebrated soloist in works such as the Mozart Requiem, Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony, Walton’s Belshazzar’s Feast, the Bach Magnificat, Handel’s Messiah and many others. In 2019, he took part in Marina Del Rey Symphony’s stellar performance of La Bohéme. That following winter, Mr. Schram Reed joined Portland Opera for their production of La Bohéme in the role of Colline. 

He earned first prize at the Vox Domini Voice Competition in his native Iceland, which was followed by a featured recital with the Icelandic National Opera.

As a successful crossover artist, Mr. Schram Reed was seen as Dr. Neville Craven in Utah Festival Opera's 2018 stunning production of The Secret Garden. During the same season, he was also featured as Mr. Whitley in Amazing Grace, as well as in multiple concerts and cabaret appearances. He has previously received acclaim for his portrayal of Emile de Becque in South Pacific as well as his powerful performance as Inspector Javert in Bay View Festival’s Les Miserables.