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Just five more days to apply: The Linda and Mitch Hart Institute for Women Opera Administrators

Just five more days to apply! Beginning in 2017, and for the next six years, TDO will invite between two and four American opera administrators to join the program each season. These women will be selected on the basis of their potential to become the leader of one of America’s top opera companies later in their careers. The Dallas Opera is encouraging women of various backgrounds to apply. In addition to women currently working as opera administrators, applications are being accepted from women working in other arts organizations, as well as performers, directors, designers, choreographers, and composers looking to make a transition into line management. Apply now! More info here: http://dallasopera.org/learn/womens-conducting-institute/

Published Mon Jul 10, 2017
Walk into the audition hall with confidence: OPERA America's Career Blueprints for Singers 2017

OPERA America's Career Blueprints for Singers provides all the tools you need to refine your personal brand and walk into the audition hall with confidence. Guided every step by a team of experts, you’ll receive new headshots (including makeup and hair styling), a 1-hour high-quality audio recording and a 30-minute HD digital video recording of audition material, plus valuable feedback, website design consultations, resume advice, and practical tips from industry leaders on marketing and focusing your brand. Thanks to generous underwriting, this 3-day program is available to OPERA America members for just $250 ($325 for non-members). Dates: Aug. 23–25 or Sept. 7–9, in NYC. Space is limited. Hurry! Applications due Mon., July 10!

Published Fri Jul 7, 2017
Full-time mezzo soprano/alto position: Heartland Sings, Inc. 2017

Heartland Sings, Inc. is a dynamic vocal production company headquartered in Fort Wayne, Indiana, founded in 1997 by Maestro Robert Nance. Full-time vocal artists are engaged in the production of programming that includes opera, musical theater, jazz and pop, as well as community and educational outreach. Each receives a salary and benefits (including healthcare, retirement, vacation). We are currently seeking to fill a full-time mezzo soprano/alto position. Application deadline is July 20, 2017 or until the position is filled.

Published Tue Jul 4, 2017
Full scholarships to all participants! Maryland Lyric Opera: Role & Recitative Study with Louis Salemno

Final deadline approaching!! Maryland Lyric Opera will be offering a three-week intensive preparatory institute for young artists in the DC/MD/VA area. 5 singers and 1-2 pianists will participate in a holistic program that addresses the needs of young artists pursuing a career in opera taking into consideration the current demands on artists. Young artists will be working primarily on full Italian opera roles and arias. Singers will receive 1:1 vocal coaching on full Italian opera roles from conductor Louis Salemno. Singers will receive daily coaching and recitative workshops with Maestro Louis Salemno. Voice lessons will be taught by baritone Javier Arrey. Career discussions with Sherrill Milnes, Elizabeth Bishop, and Hans Stein among others. APP DEADLINE July 5, 2017

Published Mon Jul 3, 2017
Last Call to Apply - German Vocal Arts Institute's Summer Program 2017 in Seattle, WA

Last call to apply: Summer Opera Program Magic Flute, Seattle, WA 7/30-8/13/2017. Open roles: Queen, Second lady, Tamino, Monostatos, Papageno. Apply now, no later than June 12th. GVAI’s summer program is unique in the US, offering German diction, voice coaching, career management classes by professionals working in Germany and US. Study a German language role with dialogues in 15 days with German experts and learn how to win auditions, expand your network, build and succeed in your career. Sing a Recital of Lieder and German arias. Get feedback you can trust by German native singers and speakers. Beginners in German are welcome. Scholarships available. Watch our video trailer here: www.gvai.org/summer-program-2017.html

Published Sun Jun 4, 2017
Positions still open: BALANCE ARTS OPERA BERLIN 2017

BALANCE ARTS OPERA BERLIN is looking for 2 tenors for L’Aumonier (priest) and Chevlier for Dialogues of the Carmelites. (July 5 - 31). Four positions still open for Audition Success Program July 16-29 Berlin. Send videos and audio files to: arodiger@balanceartscenter.com

Published Fri Jun 2, 2017
Applications are closing: 2018/2019 edition of Teatro dell'Opera di Roma,

Applications for the 2018/2019 Edition of "Fabbrica" Young Artist Program of the Teatro dell'Opera di Roma are closing! Apply online before May 31st following this link: http://www.fabbrica.operaroma.it/en/come-partecipare. 8 singers, 3 Répétiteurs, 1 Director, 1 Set Designer, 1 Costume Designer, 1 Lighting Designer will receive a scholarship of 1.000€ per month during all the length of their contract. Take the next step in your international career! www.fabbrica.operaroma.it/en/

Published Thu May 25, 2017
Professional Preparation for House Auditions and International Competitions: Opernfest Prague

Opernfest Prague is an elite training program designed to prepare singers for House Auditions & International Competitions. GALA CONCERT WITH ORCHESTRA: Participants will have the opportunity to perform in a historic Czech theater, with full orchestra. HOUSE AUDITIONS: All singers will receive an audition for Theater J. K. Tyla in Pilsen, with the General Director. Introductions to additional regional houses including the National Theater may be made on behalf of select participants. SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE. DEADLINE: MAY 22, 2017. Submissions reviewed in the order received.

Published Mon May 15, 2017
Extended Deadline till May 31st: Roles still available for Mediterranean Opera Studio and Festival 2017

Extended Deadline till May 31st. Roles still available in Barbiere di Siviglia, Così fan tutte, La Boheme and Tosca. A generous grant has been established for a Baritone. Please apply ASAP if you wish to be considered. Mediterranean Opera Studio & Festival is simply the best Summer intensive Opera program on the planet. Situated in the small Sicilian village of Caltagirone, MOSF offers the best training for aspiring and established opera professionals. Voice and coaching faculty from the Metropolitan Opera of New York, Royal Opera House Covent Garden, Oper Frankfurt, and Teatro Real-Madrid.

Published Thu May 11, 2017
Deadlines approaching: Janus Vocal Arts Workshops

Janus Vocal Arts Workshops: July 5-14, 2017. Exciting opportunities for Emerging Artists, High School Student Vocalists, and Educators! Two Tracks: Emerging Artist – Opera Role Study (Adamo’s LITTLE WOMEN), Art Song Recitals, professional development seminars. (July 5-14) and High School Student – Classical and Musical Theatre, Choreography, Voice Workshops (July 10-14) Two Professional Development Seminars: “Mind, Body, Voice: Taking the Mystery out of Breath and Breath Support" (July 7-8); “Music as a Business” (July 12-13). Location: Toledo, OH, USA. Type: Training Program. Age Limit – No limit. Deadlines: Emerging Artist & High School Tracks – May 15; Seminars – June 7. Apply now!

Published Tue May 9, 2017