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“Opera Nuova is a program that will inspire you to strive for more each day and if you are willing to be open to the opportunity, it will reward you in amazing ways. Nuova is a great stepping stone for artists looking to launch themselves into the professional world. You will grow artistically, emotionally, physically, and vocally- a truly enriching experience”
“Opera Nuova is truly a special program. It provides so much more than just stage experience-it is a nurturing positive and energy-giving program where you can learn more about yourself in six short weeks that a whole year at home! The program is worth every penny of the tuition. The connections to be made and the amount of knowledge to be learned are truly invaluable to any young Canadian singer!”
“Opera Nuova has been the best way I could have spent 6 weeks. I have learned so much on so may levels and I would recommend this program to any passionate singer!”
“Opera Nuova is essential for young Canadian Singers. The outstanding faculty, the fresh perspectives, and positive atmosphere encourage growth and the high standards prepare you for a career in the industry. Nuova has sharpened my focus and broadened it at the same time!”
“Opera Nuova is a training ground for some of the brightest operative talent in Canada. You will work until you are exhausted, and then you will work more. At the end of the six weeks, you will wonder when working this hard has been this much fun. Get ready!”
“Six weeks at Opera Nuova will determine one thing: what you’re made of⎯Ok, one more thing; if you really want what it is you say you want.”
Programs for Pianists
6 Week Collaborative Pianist & Repetiteur Program (May 21 - June 30, 2012)
$950.00
Intensive study will focus on developing tools that pianists with advance training require to become accomplished pianist/coaches. Practical training will emphasize skills in coaching diction, cueing the singer, conducting and prompting during rehearsals, learning recitative and understanding musical and vocal traditions. In tandem with this training, pianists will have a professional experience of performing the duties of an operatic repetiteur. Each day pianists will receive classes with Michael McMahon, regular Alexander sessions, diction classes, recitative classes and weekly masterclasses focusing on accompanying artsong.
