Mark Baker Obituary News; Death – Cause of Death: According to an online obituary on Wednesday, April 5, 2023, Mark Baker has passed away unexpectedly. However, his cause of death was not disclosed.
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I’m deeply saddened to hear about the loss of my mentor and friend J. Mark Baker. Mark was my first voice teacher, who instilled in his students a keen attention to detail and a love of musical storytelling. He was everything you would have wanted in a voice teacher: insightful, unflinchingly honest, and always kind. He continued to share his love for classical music by founding Milwaukee Chamber Chorus and bringing beautiful music to the city.
After I graduated high school Mark became a close family friend, staying in touch and making time to come see shows whenever possible. Very quickly he became not only a teacher but also a family friend.
The last time I saw Mark was opening night of Seven Guitars at the Rep. I got some comps through work and he offered to repay me with tickets to the Symphony. I wish more than anything in the world that I had taken him up on that offer.
Rest in Peace, Mark. Your light touched so many people, and I know that I would not be artist or the man I am today without you. There is now a little less music in the world, and you will be dearly missed.
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