Dr. David Rentz works throughout Southern California as a conductor, teacher, singer, and composer. Whether conducting orchestras, directing college choirs, or leading performances and recording sessions by contemporary music ensembles, he is known for his rigorous musicianship, compelling musicality, artistic versatility, and ability to connect with both performers and audiences. A true musical omnivore, his projects range among conducting world-premiere chamber operas in Los Angeles, leading orchestral masterworks in Orange County, and directing college and university choral performances both at home and abroad. He is a graduate of the University of Wisconsin-Madison (M.M.) and the Yale University School of Music (M.M.A., D.M.A.).