Tamia

Dayanari

Tamia Dayanari Poret, soprano, has been training her voice since the age of 12, developing a foundation that bridges classical opera and contemporary commercial music. Tamia is on a mission to champion the music of her Black and Latina heritages through vocal performance, outreach, and mentorship.

Tamia earned her Master of Music degree in Vocal Performance from Loyola University New Orleans, becoming one of the few Black and Latina women to achieve this distinction. She is also a proud graduate of Xavier University of Louisiana, where she studied with Sakinah Davis and received the Sister Elise Sisson Award for Excellence in Music Performance. Her artistry has been recognized through honors such as first place in the 2024 NATS Southern Region competition and participation in the International Young Artist Program in Germany.

Her stage credits include Mimì (La Bohème), Magda (La Rondine), the Countess (Le Nozze di Figaro), Micaëla (Carmen), and Salud (La Vida Breve). In 2025, she joined OperaCréole in the historic revival of Edmond Dédé's Morgiane, with performances in New Orleans, Washington D.C., New York, and Maryland.

Beyond the stage, Tamia is dedicated to mentoring the next generation of musicians. Through Beyond the Studio LLC, she teaches voice and piano, encouraging young artists to embrace technique, creativity, and confidence.

"For Tamia, music is more than performance—it is a way to honor herself, give voice to the emotions of others, and build community through authenticity, discipline, and heartfelt connection."