As a teacher, Darnell values dramatic interpretation and performance skills. A supportive presence, Darnell is a wonderful instructor for those who helps students to not only unlock their voice, but also grab hold of their potential as performing artists. Darnell is well-versed in both classical and contemporary musical styles, as well as Musical Theatre, and loves working with all styles of music to best support his students’ goals. As of Fall 2021, Darnell is also proud to serve as a Professor of Voice in the Musical Theatre Department at the University of Arizona.

Having been affiliated with world-renowned choirs such as the DC Boys Choir and the Duke Ellington School of the Arts Show Choir, Darnell boasts countless performance credits and has garnered expertise from all over the world, including his work as a professional chorister with the Washington National Opera. Darnell has performed across the US and abroad, in such places as Germany, England, China, and France to name a few. Some of his favorite performance credits include performing as Gobin in La Rondine; Monostatos in Die Zauberflote; Ernest Diggle in Jerry Springer the Opera; Benvolio in Roméo et Juliette; and Peppe in Il Pagliacci.