G. Thomas Allen
G. Thomas Allen
Class Year
M.M. ’23
Current home
Boston, Massachusetts
Major(s)
Master of Music in Music Theatre Vocal Pedagogy
Current Position
Associate Professor of Voice at Berklee College of Music
G. Thomas Allen M.M. ’23, a graduate of Carthage’s Master of Music in Music Theatre Vocal Pedagogy program, currently serves as an associate professor of voice at Berklee College of Music. His work encompasses teaching, creative scholarship, and service — including curriculum development, juries, and student recruitment. He recently published his first book,
A recipient of the Eduardo Garcia-Novelli Diversity Fellowship at Carthage, Mr. Allen remains connected to the College, crediting the mentorship, liberal arts foundation, and collaborative spirit he experienced there as lasting influences on his teaching and performance career.
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What have you enjoyed most about your career?
“I enjoy how performing and teaching feed each other. Every stage experience — jazz, opera, or gospel — keeps my artistry fresh and brings real-world energy to my students. Guiding them, in turn, deepens my own understanding. Living at that crossroads has been the most rewarding part of my journey.”
How has your liberal arts education benefited you?
“Communication is an essential liberal arts skill to have. It allows me to articulate complex voice science concepts clearly to students, colleagues, and audiences. I attribute this to my time at Carthage.”
Why did you choose Carthage?
“Carthage recognized my dual role as performer and educator and tailored my experience to support both.”
What opportunities were made possible because of your Carthage experience?
“I was able to bring my quintet to campus to perform for the annual MLK Legacy Awards Celebration. This opportunity was enlightening and enriched my overall experience as a student and professor.”
What Carthage professors played a part in your success and how?
“Professor Corinne Ness, director and advisor of the Master of Music program, guided me with care and consideration while challenging me to grow as a scholar.”
What role have the values in Carthage's mission, "Seeking Truth, Building Strength, Inspiring Service — Together" played in your life?
“Each day, I try to pay forward the guidance and opportunities I’ve received, shaping a stronger, kinder community for the future.”
What's your favorite Carthage memory?
“One Carthage highlight for me was watching the students perform. They were truly inspiring, and although they were my classmates, I was able to guide them and lead by example, and developed lifelong friends.”
Tips for current Carthage students?
“Build relationships with your professors and peers who will challenge and support you — mentors like Prof. Ness can shape your journey profoundly.”