Jaman E. Dunn-Danger is a queer African American multidisciplinary orchestral conductor, vocalist, and instrumentalist. A Chicago native, they currently reside in Buffalo, New York where they serve as faculty in both the vocal and orchestral fields at SUNY University at Buffalo, as well as the Artistic Director of Buffalo Master Chorale. They are also active as a guest conductor, guest soloist, and clinician. 

Mx. Dunn-Danger began their musical studies at the age of eight, starting with violin and adding viola at age seventeen. They began conducting informally at age twelve, with academic studies to begin in high school. To become a more well-rounded musician, they received a Bachelor of Music in Voice Performance at The Ohio State University, under Dr. C. Andrew Blosser. They then earned a Master of Music in Orchestral Conducting, under the instruction of Maestro Bruce Hangen at The Boston Conservatory at Berklee. 

Mx. Dunn-Danger’s past professional accomplishments include being the former Assistant Conductor of the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra (2018-2022), Guest Conductor with Dance Theater of Harlem (2022), and Guest Conductor with Buffalo Opera Unlimited (2021 & 2022). In addition, they have maintained an active vocal career as a baritone in both oratorio and operatic repertoire. 

A core tenant of Mx. Dunn-Danger’s approach is to make music accessible for everyone, regardless of skill level or background. They spend a large portion of their time giving back to the community through various master classes, workshops, and teaching positions. Additionally, they are actively committed to promoting musicians from traditionally under-represented backgrounds. 

Outside of their professional career, Mx. Dunn-Danger spends their days with their wife and dogs enjoying all the beauty and wonder that New York State has to offer. 

January 2024