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John is a much-sought-after teacher who serves on the faculty of Rowan University, College of the Performing Arts; The Hartt School, University of Hartford, as well as his NYC studio of students from Broadway, Off-Broadway, regional opera and theatre companies, tours, recordings, cruises, cabaret, and many other venues.

"As a teacher it is my job not only to mold an emerging voice, but to support the artist as a whole person. I accept this responsibility with humility, and the awareness that I am collaborating with the student to lay a foundation of technique, style, and discipline that will enable the true artist to emerge with color, capacity, depth, volume, and nuance. Allowing your voice to come out, and to share that voice with a listening public, is a beautiful aspect of performance and life - for in that giving you are sharing love. "

Originally hailing from the insurance capital of the world, Hartford, Connecticut, John went on to attend Boston University for his Bachelor of Music in Vocal Performance, before returning to Hartford to attend The Hartt School for his Masters of Music in Vocal Performance.

As a performer, Tedeschi is becoming recognized for his dynamic-tenor-instrument coupled with his captivating stage presence and endearing acting. John has performed with: Centenary Playhouse, Center Stage, Access Theatre, Ars Nova, Opera Theater of Connecticut, Osh Opera, New Britain Symphony, Wichita Grand Opera, Chautauqua Opera, Sarasota Opera, New Orleans Opera, Center City Opera and Eastern Opera of New Jersey. Broadwayworld.com cites: "John Tedeschi mastered the role of (Verdi's) Otello, delivering a powerful performance, and lending the perfect blend of musical triumph and drama." Favorite roles also include: Don Jose, Pinkerton, Turiddu, The Boatswain, Sweeney Todd, Poseidon and Menelaus, Mr. Harry Horner, Harlan Gray, Rubirosa, Orin the Dentist, Orestes, and Che.

John lives in his beloved borough of Brooklyn, and tries to remain patient while awaiting subway trains!