David T. Clatworthy

Name: Visitation
Start: 11/29/2024 12:00 PM
End: 11/29/2024 02:00 PM
Location: Allen Memorial Home

April 14, 1931 — November 19, 2024

David Clatworthy of Vestal, New York and New York, New York, beloved husband, father, grandfather, friend, teacher and opera singer, died peacefully in his home on November 19, 2024.
Born in Grand Rapids, Michigan in 1931, David developed a love of both singing and baseball and was awarded two full baseball scholarships to Marquette and University of Arizona. He played for the University of Arizona Wildcats for 2 years until he decided to switch to the music department to sing opera!
Determined to succeed, he soon auditioned for legendary opera singer Richard Bonelli who then brought him to California for lessons. His studies continued while serving his country in the U.S. Military and starting a family. Upon being accepted to The Juilliard School he pursued a double masters at the Juilliard School of Music in opera and voice, followed by a graduate degree in music education at Teachers College, Columbia University. Soon his auditions led him to a prestigious career as a leading baritone with the New York City Opera (1962-1977). Here he met his beloved wife and fellow musician, Diane Richardson.
David was recognized for his unique portrayal of Count Almaviva in Mozart’s “The Marriage of Figaro” and a recording of Prokofiev’s “Lieutenant Kije Suite” on RCA records with Eric Leinsdorf and the Boston Symphony Orchestra, both of which he was very proud. While still performing with NYCO he began teaching voice at Binghamton University (1971-1999) and went on to become Chair of the Music Department. He worked hard to get the music school accredited where it was finally recognized nationally as a department of excellence. In 1998, his life came full circle when he joined his wife as a professor in the Department of Vocal Arts at The Juilliard School.
David will be missed by his wife, Diane Richardson Clatworthy, his children P. Conrad Clatworthy, Mary Anne Darah Clatworthy-Bull and their families.
In lieu of flowers, you can make a donation in honor of David Clatworthy to Mercy House Southern Tier. Online: MercyHouseSouthernTier.com By Mail: Mercy House,
212 North McKinley Ave., Endicott, NY 13760
Service will be held 2pm, Friday, November 29 at Allen Memorial Home, 511-513 East Main Street, Endicott, New York. The family will receive friends at Allen Memorial Home from 12pm until the service at 2pm. Allen Memorial Home.com, (607) 754-0110.

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