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Compete for world-class judges Evans Mirageas, Daniel Wolfsbauer, and more external reviewers plus opportunities for cash prizes and solo performances with the Rochester Oratorio Society and other professional engagements. Past contestants have gone on to perform around the globe, from the Metropolitan Opera to Europe and beyond. Apply for the Rochester International Vocal Competition by March 16, 2025.
L’Institut canadien d’art vocal/The Canadian Vocal Arts Institute: July 2-27 in Montreal, Canada. Intensive opera program with orchestra. Full tuition scholarship and Ca$1000 stipend offered to all accepted participants. Program includes: semi-staged production of Mozart’s “Die Zauberflöte” with symphony orchestra, “The Audition”, a broadcast event where each singer performs an aria with symphony orchestra, opera gala concerts, daily private lessons with world class faculty, masterclasses, professional headshots and video recordings of performances, workshops on career management, vocal health, performance anxiety and others. Apply now!
Ultimate Paris Summer Arts: Imagine spending two unforgettable weeks in Paris refining your performance skills in acting, singing, and dancing while soaking in the energy of one of the world's greatest artistic capitals. Work with world-class instructors. Perform at iconic Parisian locations. Network with like-minded artists. Get inspired by the city's culture and history. Spots are limited, and demand is high! Don't miss your chance to grow as a performer while exploring the magic of Paris! www.ultimateparissummerarts.com
The New Voice Festival is designed for today’s career needs in a one-of-a-kind experience for opera, musical theater, crossover singers and composers to immerse themselves in the excitement of living as a full-time musical artist. We are excited to present our program in New York City June 2 - 12, 2025. The festival boasts a faculty of International instructors and artists offering a curriculum of Vocal lessons, Coaching, Acting, Masterclasses, Italian language, Audition preparation, Industry panel, a day in the Recording studio, and the opportunity to debut new works in the Composers Studio Program. All performances include a chamber group and the performance of contemporary works at a beautiful New York City theater.
Casting will soon close for Opera Lucca's production of Le nozze di Figaro! Select second cast and cover spots are still available! Apply by February 23rd to study Italian opera and language in Puccini's hometown. Opera Lucca is a summer festival for singers, pianists, and composers. It will be held at the Lucca Italian School in the summer of 2025, June 7th - July 6th. This season we are casting roles in Le nozze di Figaro as well as in scenes from Suor Angelica, Così fan tutte, La bohème, and other bel canto, baroque, and dramatic repertoire. We specialize in teaching Italian opera and art song through a focus on the poetic language. Our distinguished faculty include native Italian speakers and experts in operatic Italian from Italy and the US. Join us for an unforgettable summer! Follow us on Instagram.
From world-renowned coach Leone Magiera to internationally acclaimed conductor Nicoletta Conti, BIOA’s faculty also boasts an opera director, four voice teachers, three masterclass presenters, and numerous pianists and coaches. These individuals have all been selected with the healthy and progressive development of the 21st-century musician in mind and work together to deliver a curriculum aimed at building the proficiency and discipline that will facilitate success for those seeking a professional singing career as well as expose participants to professional-level opera auditions early in their careers. Apply now to experience BIOA firsthand!
The Vienna Summer Music Festival is still accepting applications for its 2025 productions which includes: La bohème, Giulio Cesare, & PLUTO. All productions are done with orchestra. Every admitted participant receives a named role(s) and an understudy. Participants will attend daily masterclasses with members of the Vienna State Opera, Teater an der Wien, Vienna Volkoper, and other local talent, take voice lessons/coachings, meet European/American agents, and managers. Housing and local transportation are included in the tuition. Scholarships are available in excess of $1500. For questions please email us at: info@viennasummermusic.com or call us at +1.856.404.4743. More information is on our website: www.viennasummermusic.com
Jerusalem Lyric Opera Studio is the premiere opera training program established to promote the art of opera and nurture young talented singers. The Jerusalem Lyric Opera Studio extended the deadline until February 28. Join us and perform a role in the Jerusalem Lyric Opera Festival. The program includes: Individual classes with renowned artists. Private coaching. Masterclasses. Concerts. The scholarship is available. L'elisir d'amore by G. Donizetti. Rinaldo by G.F. Handel. Don Giovanni by W.A. Mozart. For more details visit our website: https://opera-studio.org
Join Varna International Music Academy from June 2-29 to hone your skills in the charming state of South Carolina or from July 7-31 in the beautiful regions of Varna, Bulgaria, Asiago, Italy, & Taormina, Sicily. The locations are different, but both offer private lessons with Metropolitan Opera singers, coaching sessions with master opera & musical theater coaches, & fully staged performances under the baton of Maestro Buchalter from The Metropolitan Opera, such as: Die Fledermaus, Strauss. Suor Angelica & Gianni Schicchi, Puccini. A Grand Night for Singing, Rodgers & Hammerstein. From Stage to Screen: An Evening of Broadway Favorites & Hollywood Classics. Petite messe solennelle, Rossini. Visit our website to apply now! https://varnainternational.com
La Musica Lirica 2025 - Application deadline: March 25th! Apply today, and take your first step towards making your career dreams come true in the enchanting Emilia-Romagna region of Italy. We are presenting 3 fully staged and costumed operas, Gianni Schicchi, Rigoletto and L'elisir d'amore; the latter 2 being presented with professional orchestra. Additionally, we offer advanced opportunities for collaborative artists and emerging conductors. This is an intensive 5 week program that includes daily Italian language courses, weekly lessons and coachings, masterclasses and concert performances, all under the tutelage of world-renowned artists and educators. June 21st - July 26th, 2025. lamusicalirica.com