Opportunities : Young Artist Program

Crested Butte Music Festival !!

Marcello Giordani Young Artist Program, Apprentice Director Interviews

The application period for this opportunity has passed.

Restrictions

Age Limit

30

How To Apply

Deadline

Received By Fri Nov 25, 2011

Materials Required

All artists must submit the online application form, resume, headshot and mail in the application fee ($42).
Materials mailed to the company office (other than the fee) may not be reviewed.
No application will be considered unless materials are complete and the $42 fee is received.
All fees are non-refundable.
All submitted materials will be retained by the company.

Additional documents:
- Brief biography
- Two (2) letters of recommendation/reference
- Brief statement of interest (250-300 words)

Application Form Location

https://www.yaptracker.com/applications/crested-butte-music-festival-director

Audition Information

Audition Location and Date

New York, NY USA: Not Posted

New York City: time and date TBD
or by phone interview

Pianist Provided

n/a

Opportunity Information

Location

Crested Butte, CO USA

Season Information

2011-2012
Die Zauberflöte, sung in German with German dialog - directed by Sarah Meyers of the Metropolitan Opera, conducted by David Syrus of Covent Garden
Young Artist opera (Repertoire TBD) performed with orchestra - directed by Justin Johson of AVA
Evening of fully-staged opera scenes

Program Dates

June 25, 2012 - August 04, 2012

Program Information

More Information:
The Opera Young Artist Program is an important part of the Crested Butte Music Festival - an internationally recognized festival.  CBMF presents a vast array of world-renowned performances including opera, symphony, chamber, jazz, bluegrass and dance.
CBMF Artistic and Managing Director, Alexander Scheirle
Marcello Giordani Young Artist Program Director, Keith Miller
Opera and MGYAP Manager, Justin Johnson

The Young Artist Program Faculty:
Keith Miller, Program Director (Metropolitan Opera)
Sarah Meyers, Stage Director (Metropolitan Opera)
David Syrus, Conductor (Covent Garden)
Laurent Philippe, Vocal Coach (AVA)
Richard Raub, Master Vocal Coach/Conductor  (AVA)
Justin Johnson, Stage Director/Program Manager (AVA)
Linda Gelinas, Dance Instructor/Choreographer (Met)

Program Highlights:
-Assist the professional directing staff on the mainstage production and Young Artist opera
-Direct selected scenes with the Young Artists
-Direct the Children's Opera, performed by members of the Childrens Opera Chorus
-Attend dance, drama, and masterclasses with the other Young Artists
-Assist as needed in all technical and organizational aspects of production
-Coach Young Artists on scenes and roles as necessary

Compensation

Payment is provided
All accepted Young Artists will receive housing as well as a $300 stipend.
 All accepted Young Artists will be considered for two scholarships awards to be awarded at the final performance.
   The Rosalind Jackson Memorial Award, $1000
   The Mike Martin Memorial Award, $1000

Contact Information

Crested Butte Music Festival
PO Box 2117
Crested Butte, CO 81224
(970) 349.0619

Please submit all questions to justin@mycbmf.com

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