In 1995 he was a Regional Finalist in the Metropolitan Opera National Council Auditions and subsequently appeared with the National Opera Company in 175 performances in over 40 states in such diverse roles as Fenton and Slender in the Merry Wives of Windsor, Paolino in the Secret Marriage, Pozzo and Verada in El Capitan, Count Amalviva in The Barber of Seville and Rodolfo in La
Mr. Poeltl has performed with numerous symphonies including recital and concert performances throughout Europe. He sang the leading role of Ollantay in the premiere recording of The Inca’s Chosen Bride with the Bulgarian National Symphony and Chorale. Most recently, Mr. Poeltl has brought his artistry to the concert stage in recitals throughout the Eastern U.S.
A native of Waterbury, Connecticut, Mr. Poeltl holds Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from Central Connecticut State University and continues his professional musical studies with Betti McDonald, Founder and Director of the Institute for Musical Arts (New York City/Apopka, FL).