Casey Robards

Korean adoptee, Casey Robards (Ahn SuhJung) is a music director, pianist and vocal coach known for her sensitive musicality, expert collaborative skill, stylistic versatility and expressive conducting. A sought after collaborative partner, she has given recitals throughout the United States, Europe, Central and South America and Asia. Robards is Music Director of Ensemble Concert 21, a chamber group devoted to the performance of contemporary music and the mentorship of young and emerging composers. In 2024-2025, Robards will conduct productions with Indianapolis Opera, Opera Columbus, El Paso Opera, and Soo Opera. She has worked as repetiteur for Santa Fe Opera, New Orleans Opera, and Kentucky Opera. She currently is on the faculty of the University of Illinois.