Sarah Lonsert
Choral Artist
Bio:
Sarah Lonsert is a versatile vocalist known for her "angelic voice" and authentic artistry across genres. Currently, Sarah performs with several acclaimed ensembles, including the L.A. Master Chorale under Grant Gershon, Pacific Chorale under Dr. Robert Istad, Long Beach Camerata Singers under Dr. James K. Bass, the vibrant team at Voices of Terpsichor. She is also the cantorial soloist for Desert Outreach Synagogue under Rabbi-Chazzan Danny Maseng. She continues her vocal studies with Diane Ketchie, refining her craft in both classical and musical theatre techniques.
Sarah was part of the Grammy Award-winning choir on Mahler’s Symphony No. 8, conducted by Gustavo Dudamel with the Los Angeles Philharmonic, which won Best Choral Performance in 2022. Sarah had the honor of being on the recordings of John Williams, Steven Spielberg, J.J. Abrams, and Danny Maseng. She has shared the stage with Andrea Bocelli, the L.A. Symphony, and performed internationally in Taipei, Rome, Paris, Germany, Russia (Glinka Cappella), and Estonia (The Rock Church). Sarah has performed as the soprano soloist for Handel’s “Messiah” and Mahler’s “Symphony No. 4” with the L.A. Master Chorale and Santa Monica Symphony respectfully.
She holds a Bachelor of Music in Vocal Performance from Cal State Fullerton and a Master of Music from Cal State Northridge. As a crossover artist, some of Sarah’s favorite roles include, Pamina (Die Zauberflote), Rose Maurrant (Street Scene), Juliette Understudy (Romeo et Juliette), Fire (L’enfant et les sortilèges), Glinda (The Wizard of Oz), Lois Warner (Breaking Up Is Hard to Do), and the Narrator (Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat).
What began as a form of therapy for her high-functioning autism blossomed into a lifelong passion for music and performance. Rooted in musical theatre from a young age, Sarah's love for classical music was sparked—serendipitously—through an accidental enrollment in a college Music 101 course. Since then, she has built a dynamic career spanning classical, musical theatre, and pop, with a focus on genuine storytelling and connection through music.
Above all, Sarah is passionate about storytelling and making music accessible to all. Whether on the concert stage or in an intimate theatre, she believes music and stories—no matter the genre—has the power to connect, heal, and inspire.
Photo: Molly Noori
