Patrick Shanahan

Wellington Based Baritone who has performed with prestigious companies such as the International Bel Canto Academy, Wellington Orchestra and NZSM. Patrick is available for Performances, Opera and Musical Theatre roles, and Oratorio Soloist opportunities around New Zealand and over the world.

Patrick Shanahan is a Wellington-born Baritone, has recently completed his Bachelors of music with Honours in vocal performance at Te Kōkī - New Zealand School of Music (NZSM).

He has had the privilege of studying under renowned vocalists Margaret Medlyn and Wade Kernot. Patrick’s performance repertoire includes roles such as Don Giovanni in Bel Canto International Achademy’s production of ‘Don Giovanni’, Rhadamanthus in Offenbach’s 'Orpheus in the Underworld', Pandolf in Massenet’s 'Cinderella' with NZSM, Handworker II in Berg’s 'Wozzeck' with Wellington Orchestra, and chorus roles in Donizetti’s 'Lucia di Lammermoor' and Verdi’s 'La Traviata' with Wellington Opera. He has also participated in the Days Bay Opera production of Bellini’s 'La Sonnambula'.

Patrick’s concert performances are equally impressive, highlights include having sung in masterclasses for Simon O’Niel, Madeleine Pierard, and Sasha Cooke. He featured in the role of Jesus for Dunedin City Choirs production of ‘St John's Passion’ with the Dunedin Symphony Orchestra, and performed DeLalande’s 'Te Deum' with Queens Closet. Additionally, he portrayed the roles of Raphael and Adam in Haydn’s 'Creation' with St Peter’s Orchestra and Cantoris Choir, conducted by Thomas Nikora.

Raised in a loving Catholic household with two siblings, Patrick was baptised in St Martin de Porres church, Educated at Ss Peter and Paul’s Primary School Lower Hutt and St Bernard’s College. He has been an active member of Te Awakairangi parish, playing music at Ss Peter and Paul’s church for the last decade, sharing his talent and faith with his community.

Patrick has recently embarked on an exciting journey to the Netherlands, where he will perform the title role in Mozart’s 'Don Giovanni' at the International Bel Canto Academy. This once-in-a-lifetime opportunity is a significant step toward fulfilling his opera dreams. He hopes to use classical music, particularly sacred vocal music, to connect people and demonstrate God’s love through its beauty.

Patrick extends his heartfelt gratitude to everyone who has supported him in reaching this milestone. He is deeply thankful and eager to see what this adventure will bring.