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We are the Knoxville Opera Camerata;

a community that enjoys music, seeks out cultural experiences, and loves to have a good time!

β€œBeing able to contribute to Knoxville’s cultural life in a meaningful way while participating in fun activities and enjoying the camaraderie of like-minded folks….what could be better? I feel very privileged to be part of such a purpose driven, active, and fun board. The enthusiasm generated by us all working together for the good of the opera we love is wonderful!”

Upcoming Events

Membership Party, September 26, 2023

Bubbles & Bravos, October 13, 2023

Pre-Opera Brunch, October 15, 2023

Couture en Rouge, November 3, 2023

Holiday Party, December 7, 2023

Le Bal de Paris, January 20, 2024

Bubbles & Bravos, February 16, 2024

Pre-Opera Brunch, February 18, 2024

Bubbles & Bravos, May 3, 2024

Pre-Opera Brunch, May 5, 2024

Knoxville Croquet Tournament, May 19, 2024

The Happy Booker Award is presented annually by the President of the Opera Guild to recognize a member of the Guild who has exhibited extraordinary service in the furtherance of the goals of the Guild. 

Happy Booker Awardees

Mark Hill – 1998

Jacqueline Ball – 1999

Joanne Mounger – 2000

Ann Exum – 2001

Theresa Stone – 2002

Frankie Hulett – 2003

Susana Esrequis – 2004

Audrey Duncan – 2005

Robert Gibson – 2006

Jim Stiegler – 2007

Margaret Bull – 2008

John Butler – 2009

Phyllis Driver – 2010

Kathy Krohmer – 2011

Audrey Duncan – 2012

Susana Esrequis – 2013

Kimberly Henry – 2014

L. Caesar Stair, III – 2015

G. Mark Cramolini – 2016

Evelyn Hopp - 2017

Robin Gold - 2018

Eden McNabb Bishop - 2019

Trey Coleman – 2020

Dr. Catherine Elise Braunstein - 2021

Natalie Dowling – 2022

Julia Mullaney – 2023