Daniel A. Washington is a bass-baritone and tenured Professor of Music (Voice) at the University of Michigan School of Music, Theatre, & Dance, and an Honorary Professor (Humanities) at the University of Cape Town, South African College of Music. An award winning artist, teacher, mentor, scholar, and administrator, Washington is an expert on African American classical music and spirituals, Porgy and Bess, and diversity in the arts. An active performer, Washington's career has taken him to the world's major opera houses and concert stages. Washington currently serves as a board member for the National Association of Negro Musicians, Inc (NANM) and as president of the Detroit Musicians Association, a branch of NANM.