Anthony Blake Clark
About Anthony Blake Clark
Anthony Blake Clark serves as the Director of Choral Activities and has held various leadership roles in choral music, including Music Director at the Baltimore Choral Arts Society since 2017. He co-founded The Texas Baroque Ensemble and has conducted numerous performances, including Handel’s Messiah and works by Bach and Mozart.
Work at The George Washington University
Anthony Blake Clark has served as the Director of Choral Activities at The George Washington University since 2017. In this role, he oversees the choral programs and directs various ensembles, contributing to the university's music department. His leadership has enhanced the choral experience for students and the community in the Washington D.C. Metro Area.
Current Role at Baltimore Choral Arts Society
Since 2017, Anthony Blake Clark has held the position of Music Director at the Baltimore Choral Arts Society. In this capacity, he directs choral performances and engages with the local community through music. His tenure has included a variety of concerts and educational initiatives aimed at promoting choral music.
Education and Expertise
Anthony Blake Clark earned a Master of Arts in Choral Conducting from The University of Birmingham. He also studied Music Composition at Baylor University, where he received a Bachelor of Music degree. Additionally, he participated in various workshops, including the Sarteano Chamber Choir Workshop and the Czech-American Summer Music Institute, focusing on choral and orchestral conducting.
Background in Choral Conducting
Clark co-founded The Texas Baroque Ensemble at the age of 21, conducting its premiere performance of Mozart’s Requiem in San Antonio, Texas. He has conducted significant works, including a French instrumental program and a 4-city tour of Handel’s Messiah. His experience includes preparing choruses for performances with prestigious ensembles such as the Berliner Philharmoniker and Rundfunk Chor Berlin.
Previous Experience and Roles
Before his current positions, Anthony Blake Clark worked as a Worship Leader at Highland Baptist Church in Waco, Texas, from 2011 to 2013. He also served as a Worship Arts Intern at Oak Hills Church from 2009 to 2011. His diverse roles in church music and community ensembles have shaped his approach to choral leadership.