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As one of America’s most accomplished tenors Mark Thomsen enjoys a successful career in critically acclaimed performances throughout the world. Often working repetitively with major companies, Mr. Thomsen has performed to acclaim at the Metropolitan Opera, Chicago Lyric Opera, La Scala(Milan), Wiener Staatsoper, Wiener Volksoper, New York City Opera, Dallas Opera, Houston Grand Opera, Washington National Opera, and the Santa Fe Opera among others.

Highlights of recent seasons in Florida include directing and singing in several productions with the Imperial Symphony Orchestra including productions of Puccini’s La boheme, Mozart’s Die Zauberflöte, J. Strauss’ Die Fledermaus (in English); directing and singing the role of Alfredo in their production of Verdi’s La Traviata. Outside of Florida highlights include singing the role of Pirelli in Portland Opera’s production of Sondheim’s Sweeney Todd; The Governor, Vanderdendeer and Ragotski in Portland Opera's production of Bernstein's Candide; singing a recital for the King and Queen of Sweden with Maestro James Caraher at the piano in Minneapolis; performing the role of Cavaradossi in Puccini's Tosca in Mercatello sul Metauro, Italy; and performing the role of Don Ottavio in Opera Las Vegas' production of Mozart's Don Giovanni.

Performing concerts in Las Vegas/Henderson/Summerlin, NV are always special concerts for Mr. Thomsen especially with the team of MarKenSpence (Mark Thomsen, Ken Phillips and Spencer Baker, pianist extraordinaire) most recently performing a Memorial Day concert for the Star Bright Theater in Las Vegas, NV, Memories of the Heart, combining classical, pop and Musical Theater genres. As Artist-In-Residence with Florida Southern College (FSC) based in Lakeland, FL, Mr. Thomsen has staged/designed several operettas and operas with the talented students at FSC. The students get many performing opportunities as well as experience in the production disciplines of set design/building, makeup, costuming, marketing, super titles, etc.

Mr. Thomsen is Program Director and co-founder of the vocal summer program IOPE (International Opera Performing Experience, http://www.performopera.com/), which is based in Mercatello, Italy. When performing, Mark Thomsen appears courtesy of Florida Southern College, Lakeland, FL.
 
 

Ken Allan Phillips is a proud graduate of the American Musical & Dramatic Academy (NYC) and has performed throughout the country in various forms of entertainment to include Film/Television spots, Off Broadway musicals & plays, national tours, dinner theater, cruise ships, one man shows, barbershop quartets, a cappella vocal groups and much, much more.

One of Ken's favorite projects was sing the Bass line in the next generation of the legendary doo wop singing group “The Chaperones” (which was quite an honor as he had the pleasure of singing with the original Chaperone Mr. Nick Salvato).

Locals might remember Ken as Smudge in “Forever Plaid” at the Flamingo Hilton. While all aspects of the entertainment business (TV, Film, Stage, etc.) are his passion, nothing compares to the joy of song.

Ken is grateful to have many ongoing projects to include the creation of his very first album of "all original songs" (compiled from his own originals and his uncle's originals) soon to be released! Ken is also grateful to be performing yearly with Mark Thomsen and Spencer Baker as "MarKenSpence". With all the challenges we are facing in the world, it's comforting to know there is a place to go for pure entertainment.... MarKenSpence.com

Ken dedicates all current and future performances to his loving mother "Jo Phillips"(R.I.P.), and his brother (Thom) for their never ending support throughout his performance endeavors!
 
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Dr. Spencer Baker is a distinguished Las Vegas pianist, conductor and teacher. Spencer has been a soloist with several regional orchestras. While most of Spencer's solo appearances have centered in the Southwest, new engagements have taken him to Dallas, Washington DC, Disneyland, Niagara Falls, Montreal, Italy and China. Dr. Baker is in his seventh season with the International Opera Performing Experience in Mercatello sul Metauro, Italy as Pianist/Apprentice Tier Director.

Dr. Baker is currently an Assistant Professor of Music at the UNLV School of Music. In addition, he is the Director of Music for Saint Timothy’s Episcopal church and one of the principal pianists for Opera Las Vegas and Opera On Tap.
Dr. Baker recently served as guest conductor and pianist for Vegas City Opera’s production of Gianni Schicchi at Art Square Theater and The Face on the Barroom Floor at the Artisan. Spencer also served as immediate past Artistic Director for the GVPC:Live! concert series at Green Valley Presbyterian church; Liberace scholar and professional competition winner, performed Schubert’s song cycle, Winterreise, with internationally acclaimed tenor, Mark Thomsen; accompanied a solo recital with Opera star, Denyce Graves; and co-created an interactive children’s educational theater production entitled, “Mini Musical Masters”.

Dr. Baker is in demand as an adjudicator for piano festivals and competitions and is on the State Board of the Nevada Music Teachers Association. He recently held an artist in residency position at Truman State University (Missouri) and maintains an active teaching studio and solo performing career.