Jennifer O’Neal is the Founder and Director of professional Renaissance music ensemble Bardic Inspiration, the Assistant Director of the Livingston County Chorale, and the director of the Belleville Community Chorus. She has worked with singers of all ages, and after completing her undergraduate degree in music education, she taught band, choir, and music theory at Taylor Preparatory High School. Since receiving her Master’s degree at Eastern Michigan University, she has pursued various musical interests including directing music for Shakespeare in the Arb, teaching private voice lessons, and arranging music. She also performs with the Cathedral of the Most Blessed Sacrament, The Arbor Consort, Swing Nouvelle, Vocal Arts Ensemble, and various other ensembles and diverse genres of vocal music. Her creative and scholarly interests include Renaissance music, modern choral music, and small ensemble music making. She has performed in operas, including performing the role of Pamina in The Magic Flute, Rosalinda in Die Fledermaus, and the Countess in the Marriage of Figaro. She has also appeared as a guest artist and soloist with dozens of different ensembles. Her passion is making music, and she is thrilled to be in her hometown with Beyond, helping her musical community thrive.

2023-2024 Ensemble Vocalist

2024-2025 Resident Vocalist