Michael Beetham

Baritone

Michael Beetham is a staff singer at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church in Seattle, where he brings over two decades of experience in liturgical music. He has previously held positions at All Saints Episcopal Church in Palo Alto and at Notre Dame des Victoires (French National Church) and St. Dominic’s Catholic Church in San Francisco. Throughout his career, Michael has been deeply committed to serving the liturgy through music, believing in its unique ability to elevate prayer, foster community, and express the richness of faith. He approaches his ministry with a thoughtful balance of spiritual intention and artistic craft, striving to enrich the worship experience through expressive and attentive performance.

In addition to his work in the church, Michael is an accomplished vocalist with extensive experience in opera, concert, and recital settings. He holds a Bachelor of Music from Rutgers University, where he studied trumpet with Dr. William Fielder before turning his focus to voice, and a Master of Music from the University of Washington, studying under tenor Vinson Cole. He also trained at the San Francisco Opera Center with Sheri Greenawald and studied acting at the University of Washington.

Michael has performed with opera companies including Pocket Opera, Livermore Valley Opera, and University of Washington Opera, and has appeared as a concert soloist in a wide range of sacred and classical repertoire. He is a passionate advocate for contemporary music and underrepresented composers.

Outside of music, Michael is an avid runner and outdoor enthusiast, finding inspiration in the landscapes of the Pacific Northwest.