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Study with renowned teachers Manny Perez, Bruce Ford, and Veronica Villarroel, participate in masterclasses with Ramón Tebar and Sherrill Milnes, receive coachings, and attend seminars in this intensive 10 day program. Applications are now being accepted through YAP Tracker for both Academy sessions: October 29-November 7, 2018 and March 31-April 9, 2019. Program fee is $850. Scholarships are available. "It was simply the best operatic program I have ever attended. Each day I received individual attention from extremely effective faculty. This is the best value and the best results for 10 days that I have ever experienced.” - 2018 Opera Naples Opera Academy singer.

DEADLINE EXTENDED & NO APPLICATION FEE: Sarasota Opera Apprentice Artists Auditions DEADLINE EXTENDED through September 4. Sarasota Opera in Florida is accepting applications for its 2019 Apprentice Artists Program (January 4, 2019 through March 25, 2019) for September auditions in Sarasota and New York. The company performs “Turandot,” “The Magic Flute, “and “Nabucco,” and a double bill of “Rita” (Donizetti) and “Susanna’s Secret” (Wolf-Ferrari). Apprentices sing chorus and take part in concerts, classes, and coachings. Some cover roles available. These are paid positions with shared housing in new facility. Airfare (within continental US) provided. See the opportunities page on YAP Tracker for details.

The Loyola Dramatic Voice Symposium brings world-renowned opera artists to present master classes for young dramatic singers in the culturally rich setting of New Orleans. Full registration includes three days of professional development culminating in a Gala Concert of the guest artists. 2018 Guest Artists include: Greer Grimsley, Luretta Bybee, Peter Volpe, Amy Johnson and more. Application deadline: September 1, 2018

Submit your OPERA THEATRE OF SAINT LOUIS Gerdine Young Artist audition application by Friday, August 17th! NO FEE TO APPLY! The GYA program seeks to offer emerging young singers invaluable professional experience. In addition to choral responsibilities in the season, GYAs also sing supporting roles and/or cover leading and featured roles in mainstage productions. Season Information: Opera Theatre's 2019 season includes The Marriage of Figaro, Rigoletto, The Coronation of Poppea, and Fire Shut Up in My Bones. Program Dates: April 29, 2019 - June 30, 2019.

New Bulgarian University presents XVIII International Master Class of RAINA KABAIVANSKA. (11-29 September, 2018), at Sofia Opera and Ballet House. Application deadlines: 7 September. Audition: September 11. Master class: 12-28 September. Gala: September 29 – 7 p.m., Sofia Opera and Ballet House For registration: http://rainakabaivanska.net/en/master-classes/application-form. Application requirements: http://rainakabaivanska.net/en/master-classes/aplication.

Heartland Sings, a nonprofit vocal music production company based in Fort Wayne, Indiana, is seeking a full-time tenor Principal Vocal Artist. This position requires a self-directed individual with a dynamic artistic skill set and wide range of performance experiences. Extensive background and expertise in the areas of vocal performance and voice pedagogy is preferred. Deadline extended to July 3, 2018. Application website: http://heartlandsings.org/About/Auditions.aspx.

Opera Audition Training-Berlin, 2018-DE Studer 27.08-02.09/ Uecker 03.09-09.09.2018 Your Goal - a Contract in Germany? Bliss...so being paid for singing Opera! “An inspiring, empowering & invaluable course” “an amazing rare experience” “ a major learning curve and an intense experience" Team of Experts, Soprano, Cheryl Studer, Intendant Gerd Uecker, Pianist Jonathan Alder etc Preparing emerging singers for the German Market, Agents, Competitions -Auditions, Our Successes speak for themselves! Contracts: Staatsoper,Deutsche Oper,Bastille,Halle,Chemnitz,Finland. Festivals: Buxton,Longborough,Innsbruck. Prizes: Bayreuth, Karlsruhe Wagner Agents have engaged singers directly Register https://summer-university.udk-berlin.de/?id=276 More info at www.operaauditiontraining.com www.aldercreativearts.com

Balance Arts Opera Berlin 2018 Presents: AUDITION SUCCESS June 26 - July 5th. Through one-on-one lessons in voice, Alexander Technique, acting, and musical coaching transform your 3 arias for the fall 2018 audition season! There will also be master classes, mock auditions, German lessons and guidance on how to audition in Europe. Faculty: Thomas Michael Allen, Abbie Furmanski, Gary Jankowsky, Ann Rodiger, Boon Koh, John Norris, Tomoko Okada, Chris Crans, Aenne Troester, Zenaida des Aubris. Visit balanceartscenter.com to apply. Application fee 25 Euros, workshop fee 1600 Euros. Application deadline: June 1, 2018. Visit www.balanceartscenter.com for more info.

The Hart Institute for Women Opera Administrators is now receiving applications! This year's curriculum will include sessions on the role of the Board, leadership development, personal branding, media and PR training, effective artist management, and navigating recruiting processes for senior level positions. To continue to develop their musical skills, which is essential for any opera executive, the administrators will observe rehearsals with The Dallas Opera Orchestra and conducting master classes. Special sessions on Marketing, Development, and Finance will also be offered to these administrators. The residency in Dallas will take place November 5-10, 2018. Selected applicants will receive a stipend, travel, and housing.

From the team that brought the Premiere Opera International Vocal Competition comes the highly anticipated inaugural year of the Premiere Opera International Summer Program. Don't miss your opportunity for amazing performance opportunities, to work with world-class vocal faculty and career consultants, combined with internationally accredited Italian language and culture classes, all within the backdrop of a stunning medieval Italian town. Take your voice and career to the next level! We would be honored to have you apply. Act Now, as our deadline has been extended through May 15th! We look forward to seeing you July 14 – August 4, 2018 in Urbania, Italy! For more information and to see our superb faculty: www.premiereoperasummer.com