ILAH RALEIGH
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Ilah Raleigh, Ed.D.

Arts Education Leader, Performing Artist, and Writer

Welcome!

I'm an arts education leader, performing artist, and writer based in Minneapolis, MN.

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I'm staying busy as always! Read on for the highlights of my upcoming gigs, recent performances, and other news.

Upcoming Gigs
I'm calling this my "season of new music!" My performance calendar for 2026 includes new works by Russ Kaplan, B.E. Boykin, and Heather Christian. I'm so excited to dive into new music, new characters, and new experiences!

Reggaeton Project
I am currently recruiting music industry professionals to interview for my Reggaetón Project. I am excited to share I recently signed a contract with publisher Rowman and Littlefield (recently acquired by Bloomsbury Publishing) to publish a general interest book on reggaetón! My book Reggaetón: A Surprising Story of Migration and Empowerment will be published in 2027 and focus on the cultural forces, artists, and producers that together created the pan-Latinx genre of reggaetón. 

Past Performances
I was thrilled to join the Minnesota Opera in February 2026 for the world premiere of My Name is Florence by B.E. Boykin and Harrison David Rivers. Performing in the ensemble of this new work was a highlight of my season, reinforcing my commitment to expanding the American opera canon.

In April 2025, I performed Mahler's 2nd Symphony with Bloomington Symphony Orchestra at Orchestra Hall. The April 6 concert "Transcendent Mahler" was a big success! Manny Laureano conducted the “Resurrection” Symphony of Gustav Mahler, No. 2 in C Minor, joined by Angelica Encore Choral Ensemble, the Normandale Concert Choir, and the Twin Cities Catholic Chorale. I performed the iconic alto solo alongside talented soprano, Tracey Engleman. 
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  • Home
    • Biography 2026
  • Reggaetón Project (EN)
    • Proyeto de Reggaetón (ES)
  • Performer
    • Upcoming Performances
    • Audio
    • Performance Resume
    • Repertoire
  • Educator
    • Vision for Arts Education
    • Curriculum Vitae
  • Private Studio
    • Experience & Philosophy
    • In their own words...
    • Payment
    • Contact
  • Books