“Theodore Thorpe III is a first-class musician par excellence whose music and leadership is grounded in a deep sense of his faith. He is greatness personified and will continue to create innovative and ingenious works that will heal the world.”
— Victor Simonson, Musical Director for Hamilton
Theodore Thorpe, III is a multifaceted, master musician.
A native of Brooklyn, NY, Theodore began his musical training when he studied piano at just four years old. Today, Theodore is a well-recognized talent, being celebrated as a musical director, conductor, pianist, vocalist, organist, composer, arranger, and choral master. He presently serves in his sixteenth season as music director and staff musician at Alfred Street Baptist Church in Alexandria, VA and his twelfth season as Director of Choral Activities at Alexandria City High School (formerly T.C. Williams High School). Theodore’s musical talents have been recognized for exemplifying musical excellence, with notable performances at major historical performing arts centers including Carnegie Hall, the Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall, the Strathmore Music Center, and the John F. Kennedy Center for Performing Arts.
Theodore and his wife Jennifer happily reside just outside Washington, DC. He continues to work passionately toward making a difference in education, in the lives of young people, while blazing a trail for upcoming musicians.
“Theodore Thorpe is one of the most accomplished and versatile musical giants of our time! In addition to being a sought after Conductor, Artistic Director and Educator, he is an amazing composer, vocalist and pianist who does it all! Classical, Gospel, Jazz, Pop, Hip Hop - no genre is beyond his reach! I've worked with many artists and conductors over the years, I'm honored to say that ‘T’ is one of the absolute best, period!”
— Anthony Walker, Artist / Composer / Music Director / Educator
“T, a consummate and versatile musician extraordinaire…equally skilled as choral or instrumental music director, educator, composer, and vocalist! World-class excellence!”
— Joyce Garrett, Director, Music and Worship Arts at Alfred Street Baptist Church
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“Theodore Thorpe III is a programmer and conductor of deep intellect, breadth, and vision who inspires excellence in his ensemble members. As the Artistic Director of Washington Performing Arts’ Men and Women of the Gospel Choir, he has built upon an important legacy, bringing out the best in each member. I respect him tremendously.”
— Jenny Bilfield, President and CEO, Washington Performing Arts
