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The Miami Music Festival (MMF) announces the creation of The Miami Wagner Institute–an elite tuition-free program led by Metropolitan Opera soprano Christine Goerke, and preeminent Wagner specialist Kathleen Kelly for dramatic/lyrics in transition age 24-40. The Institute aims to provide much-needed training and professional-level performance opportunities for the unique demands of the dramatic Wagnerian singer. Singers chosen to participate will receive voice lessons, coachings, master classes and performance opportunities including scenes and arias with the MMF Symphony Orchestra at the New World Center. Singers who do not meet these requirements should apply to the MMF apprentice or studio programs. Apply now through YAP Tracker.

**DEADLINE EXTENDED** The application process now closes on Monday, October 19th.* Mildred Miller International Voice Competition Be a part of this year's Mildred Miller International Voice Competition as we search for America's best singers. Young professionals aged 18–35 are encouraged to compete for cash prizes and solo roles in SummerFest 2016 in Pittsburgh. Dates Semi-finals: Saturday 07 November 2015 from 10:00 am – 6:00 pm Finals: Sunday 08 November from 2:30 pm – 6:00 pm *Extension due in part to the late addition of Julius Caesar to the summer season.

Last Chance to apply for Pittsburgh Opera’s 2016-2017 Resident Artist Program Auditions!! Application Deadline is October 16! Resident Artist opportunities may include: Perform principal and/or comprimario roles in mainstage productions; Cover principal roles; Perform auditions for artist managers and opera companies; Perform art song recitals; Perform principal roles in fully-staged Resident Artist productions; Perform throughout the region to promote Pittsburgh Opera; Receive individual coaching from Opera music staff; participate in master classes; Concerts with Pittsburgh Symphony, Chatham Baroque, Erie Philharmonic. 2016-17 Audition Information can be found at http://www.pittsburghopera.org/pages/2016-17-auditions

Now open to U.S. and Canadian citizens and residents! The Ziering-Conlon Initiative at The Colburn School, James Conlon, Artistic Advisor, is hosting a national Art Song competition for U.S. and Canadian citizens and residents under the age of 31. This Initiative is inspired by LA Opera's "Recovered Voices" project. The objective of this competition is to introduce music of composers suppressed during the Nazi regime to young singers and collaborative pianists and to reward excellence in its performance. Live finals, with audience, to be held at The Colburn School on December 6, 2015. Cash prizes totaling $12,000 ($5,000 First Prize) will be awarded to all finalists. Plus, a fully underwritten residency at SongFest 2016 will be offered to the winner, courtesy of SongFest. For those requiring it (singers and pianists), roundtrip domestic airfare and accommodations will be provided for the competition weekend. Meals are also provided. Apply by October 15 through YAP Tracker.

Pittsburgh Opera Resident Artist Auditions - Application Deadline is October 16!! Resident Artist opportunities may include: • Perform principal and/or comprimario roles in mainstage productions • Cover principal roles • Perform auditions for artist managers and opera companies • Perform art song recitals • Perform principal roles in fully-staged Resident Artist productions • Perform throughout the region to promote Pittsburgh Opera • Receive individual coaching from Opera music staff; participate in master classes • Concerts with Pittsburgh Symphony, Chatham Baroque, Erie Philharmonic 2016-17 Audition Information can be found at http://www.pittsburghopera.org/pages/2016-17-auditions. Apply now!

Chautauqua Opera Company Young Artist Program Auditions NY, NY USA Type: Young Artist Program Age limit: 35 Deadline: apply by Thursday, October 1, 2015 Chautauqua's 2016 mainstage repertoire includes Verdi's "La Traviata" directed by Keturah Stickann and Gilbert and Sullivan's "The Mikado" directed by Ned Canty. Many principal, featured and supporting roles for all voice types will be assigned to Young Artists, who will work alongside established Guest Artists in both productions. Apprentices are also featured in two concerts (opera highlights and pops) with the Chautauqua Symphony Orchestra, while Studio Artists are featured in recitals, a scenes program, musical theater revues, and outreach events.

The deadline for Opera Saratoga’s Young Artist Program is this weekend: Saturday, September 12th. Three operas will make up the company’s 2016 Summer Festival: Le nozze di Figaro (Mozart), Il Postino (Catán), and the American premiere of The Witches of Venice (an opera-ballet by Philip Glass). Principal, supporting and cover role assignments are available for singers in the recently expanded Young Artist Program, which also includes opportunities for pianists/coaches, conductors and directors. Program dates: May 22-July 17, 2016. Auditions in Cincinnati Nov.10; Houston Nov.12; and NYC Nov.16-18. For a complete list of roles and cover assignments available, please visit www.operasaratoga.org/young-artist-program/

ONE WEEK LEFT TO APPLY! Seeking a Winter escape…with artistic rejuvenation? Don’t miss out on this unique artistic opportunity in sunny California that brings the artist back to self, artistry, and intuition. Being an artist is not a product, it is a process. Once an artist decides they have “arrived” is the moment they begin to stagnate. OperaWorks’ Winter Intensive is a crucial step in that process. Free from the expectations of others, artists at all stages of their careers work in a safe haven where they can dig deeper into their craft: musically, dramatically, physically, emotionally, and as entrepreneurs. The confidence and mental resilience that comes with this empowering process is undeniable. Two weeks that shape a lifetime. Apply now through September 14 for live auditions or September 19 by recording. operaworks.org

THE KOSCIUSZKO FOUNDATION Marcella Sembrich International Voice Competition Artistic Director Dr. Malgorzata Kellis November 7th and 8th, 2015 Application deadline: September 15, 2015 The Competition honors the great Polish soprano Marcella Sembrich Kochanska, who made her Metropolitan Opera debut in 1883. After an enormously successful career, the popular singer founded the vocal programs at both the Juilliard School and the Curtis Institute. Apply now.

Do you feel like you spend more time preparing to perform than actually performing? At Opera Colorado, we believe the key to mastering your craft is through performance, not constant rehearsal. Each member of the Opera Colorado Young Artist Program has the incredible opportunity to sing all over the state of Colorado in touring productions, sing supporting roles and cover leading roles with one of the premier opera companies in the U.S., as well as receive individual coaching with world-class directors, conductors and singers to further their growth. Housing in beautiful Denver, CO is provided and competitive pay gives each Young Artist the opportunity to enjoy Colorado to the fullest. Apply by September 7.