F E A T U R E D R E V I E W S
"A true highlight came with the riotous “King Herod’s Song” sung with panache and style by Herod (Kevin A. Starnes) and the Heretics. This upbeat and kooky song and dance had Thursday’s audience roaring appreciatively."
The Flint Journal
“Mr. Starnes added gravitas with his rich baritone.”
Flint Area Theatres
N E W S
Kevin Starnes is a bass-baritone and voice teacher based in Metro Detroit, known on social media as The Bearded Baritone. A member of the Detroit Opera Chorus since 2002, he has over two decades of credits in opera, musical theatre, and the concert hall, performing regularly across Southeast Michigan and beyond.
He is also the founder of The Bearded Baritone, a vocal education platform and private teaching studio serving singers of all levels and styles.
On Stage: Opera, musical theatre, and concert soloist. Recent credits include The Handmaid's Tale (Detroit Opera, 2026), Waitress (Michigan Stage, 2025), and Breaking the Waves (Detroit Opera, 2024). Currently preparing the role of Bill Sikes in Oliver! (Nicely Theatre, July 2026).
In the Studio: Private voice instruction for singers at every level. Classical technique as the foundation, applied across all genres. In-person and virtual lessons available. [Learn more →]
Online: Vocal technique breakdowns, teaching insights, and performance clips on The Bearded Baritone.