What could be better than a summer full of quality vocal instruction in one of the most beautiful cities in European cities? The Florence Voice Seminar application for Summer 2014 is now up on YAP Tracker, and live auditions will be scheduled in New York, Philadelphia or Sarasota; recorded auditions will also be accepted.
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This summer, study with world-renowned artists in the city that was the birthplace of one of the greatest musicians who ever lived—the “City of Mozart,” “Festival City,” “City of Music”—the city of Salzburg, Austria. The University of Miami School of Music at Salzburg is a five-week, comprehensive study program offering group and private vocal instruction; the faculty are eminent scholars/performers from the University of Miami Phillip and Patricia Frost School of Music and other internationally recognized musicians and teachers. Apply now on YAP Tracker through February 1, 2014.
OperaWorks' Emerging and Advanced Artist Programs application for 2014 is up on YAP Tracker! Auditions will be held live in Los Angeles, Boston, New York, Dallas, San Francisco, Chicago and by recording; the deadline to apply is December 31. A full program description can be found via the listing link or the company's website.
Opera North is accepting applications for this summer for both production and performance roles: applications are open for singers, coach/accompanists, directors, stage managers, costume managers and company interns. Auditions are being scheduled on a rolling basis, so don't miss out by being a last minute applicant! A word to the wise on applying for this popular program: don't let your slot be taken by an earlier bird!
Ravinia's Steans Music Institute is the Ravinia Festival’s professional studies program for young musicians; the Program for Singers exists to promote the art of song, focusing on the central repertoire of German, French, English, and American art song. Everyone accepted for the program receives a full fellowship covering all Institute activities, housing, most meals and intercampus transportation. Applications are open until October 25, but as always, we recommend you apply early!
The International Vocal Competition ‘s-Hertogenbosch (IVC) has been Holland’s sole international classical vocal competition since 1954. Prizes total € 45.000, and the competition offers a distinguished jury including well-known singers and casting directors and travel expenses for semi-finalists and finalists. Deadlines from November 1, so apply today! See the YAP Tracker listing for complete details.