Nathaniel Codio

Baritone, background vocalist, voice teacher, speaker and worship leader

From Carnegie Hall to worship nights and youth summits, Nathaniel brings classical training, gospel roots and a message to every room. Book him to sing, provide background vocals, lead worship, speak, or teach. His faith is his foundation, and he is equally at home in religious and secular settings.

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About

Nathaniel is a Boston-based baritone whose work spans classical, gospel and contemporary music. He studies Classical Voice at Boston Conservatory at Berklee with Dr. Gregory Zavracky, and trains in contemporary and gospel styles with GeeGee LittleJohn.

A Boston Arts Academy graduate, he was bass-baritone section leader of the Spirituals Ensemble and Concert Choir. He is a two-time full-scholarship recipient of the Boston University Tanglewood Institute, where he performed as soloist and with the choir.

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At Bethel Tabernacle Pentecostal Church in Dorchester, Nathaniel served as worship team leader, leading the team in weekly rehearsals and in services. He also founded Christ On Campus, where he organizes youth services, leads Bible studies and hosted a student-led worship night. He serves in youth and young adult ministry at Jubilee Christian Church and helped organize PRAY’s youth summit, which led him into speaking and mentoring young people.

Rooted in his faith but open to every setting, Nathaniel is comfortable and experienced in secular rooms as well as sacred ones. An event does not need to be religious or connected to a church to book him.

He approaches every stage and every microphone with authenticity, integrity and a focus on connecting with the people in the room.

Where he has sung

  • Carnegie Hall, New YorkThe Spirituals of BAA, baritone
    May 2025
  • Seiji Ozawa Hall, TanglewoodSoloist and ensemble, BU Tanglewood Institute
    Aug 2025
  • MGM Music Hall at FenwayBAA Foundation Honors, with Johnny Gale of New Edition
    Oct 2025
  • Boston Symphony HallHome Alone in Concert, baritone
    Dec 2024
  • Heritage Festival, AtlantaFirst place gold with the Spirituals Ensemble
    Apr 2025

What you can book

Concerts and recitals

Classical repertoire, art song and spirituals as a soloist or with an ensemble.

Worship nights and services

Worship leading and vocals for worship nights, services, revivals and special programs.

Weddings, funerals and ceremonies

Live vocals for processionals, ceremonies, funerals, memorials and private gatherings.

Speaking and exhortation

Keynotes, exhortations and motivational talks for churches, schools and youth events.

Podcasts and interviews

Guest appearances to talk about music, faith, youth leadership and the road to the conservatory.

Mentorship and workshops

Youth-focused sessions on leadership, discipline and finding your voice.

Background vocals

Polished backing vocals and harmony for live performances, recordings and worship teams.

Voice and musicianship coaching

Private instruction in vocal technique, sight-singing, music theory and ensemble leadership, for singers at every level.

Community and private events

Galas, school programs, receptions and community gatherings, whether or not they are religious.

Repertoire

Browse what Nathaniel sings by style, and listen or watch where available. Don’t see a piece you want? Request it in the booking form.

    Beyond the stage

    Let Heaven Come Down: a student-led worship night

    Christ On Campus Worship Night · Founder and event organizer

    Nathaniel founded and organized a student-led worship night at Boston Arts Academy built around the theme “Let Heaven Come Down” and a vision of generational revival. He planned the event from concept to execution: shaping the vision, coordinating the program, organizing worship and prayer, and bringing in guest speaker Pastor Matthew K. Thomson Jr.

    The service combined worship, exhortation, intercessory prayer, and time for reflection and fellowship, creating a space for students to come together in faith and community.

    Jubilee Christian Church, Influence Campus Ministry and Youth and Young Adults leaderSupports faith development and community among young people through Bible studies, prayer gatherings and campus outreach.
    PRAY, youth summit coordinator and founderBrings young people together for a faith-centered summit.
    The Gathering, Mentor in TrainingBoston Public Schools mentoring program for young men; mentored elementary students in 2023.
    BU Tanglewood Institute, Student AmbassadorRan the program’s Instagram and represented it at Community Day.
    Berklee City Music High School AcademyCollege-level theory, advanced ensemble and vocal masterclass.
    BAA Vocal Department Operations ManagerManaged the department’s sheet music library and trip planning.

    Recognition

    • 2025Second place, William Warfield Vocal Competition
    • 2025First place gold, WorldStrides Heritage Festival, with the Spirituals Ensemble
    • 2024Spirituals Ensemble recording Genesis reached No. 1 on Billboard Classical Crossover
    • 2024Fourth place, William Warfield Vocal Competition
    • 2024Choir singer with James Taylor at the BAA Honors Award Gala

    Watch and listen

    Performance videos coming soon

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    Tell Nathaniel about your event or opportunity. He will reply by email to confirm availability and discuss rates. If cost is a barrier, sponsored options may be available.

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