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Saturnia International Bootcamp for Opera Singers

Introducing the Camerata Bardi Vocal Academy's New Educational Program: Audition and Italian Language Bootcamp in Maremma, Southern Tuscany, Italy.

Audition Preparation and Italian Language Bootcamp | September 29th to October 6th, 2024

Program of Camerata Bardi Vocal Academy with POLO CULTURALE PIETRO ALDI , BANCA TEMA and TEMA VITA and in collaboration with MORELLO CLASSICA FESTIVAL

Program Highlights

Immerse yourself in a week-long intensive program designed to elevate your vocal skills, language proficiency, and operatic artistry.

Join us in Italy for this unique opportunity to prepare for a busy audition season, refine your Italian language skills, and uncover the hidden treasures of Maremma, the stunning Southern part of Tuscany. Elevate your operatic journey with the Camerata Bardi Vocal Academy's "Audition and Italian Language Bootcamp."

Comprehensive Curriculum

DAILY VOICE LESSONS WITH FRANCESCO ANILE:
Personalized voice coaching from the renowned Metropolitan Opera and Teatro Alla Scala tenor, Francesco Anile.
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ITALIAN LANGUAGE AND DICTION LESSONS:
Master the lyrical language of opera with daily Italian language lessons, ensuring that you can convey the emotions and nuances of your performances authentically.
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MUSIC AND STYLE COACHING:
Refine your musical interpretation and stage presence through specialized coaching sessions. Collaborative Pianist soon to be announced.
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ACTING FOR SINGERS CLASSES:
Enhance your storytelling abilities and stagecraft, especially on an audition setting with Stefanos Koroneos, Artistic Director of Teatro Grattacielo
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BRANDING FOR OPERA SINGERS:
Learn how to market and present yourself effectively in the competitive world of opera.
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LIVE AUDITION DAY AND FEEDBACK DAY:
Present your skills to industry professionals and receive valuable feedback to prepare you for future auditions.
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ARTS AND HISTORY MASTERCLASS:
Delve into the cultural and historical context of your art with Daniela Pronesti.

Grand Finale Concert at the Morellino 2024 International Festival

On October 6th, showcase your newfound talents and artistry in concert, part of the prestigious Morellino 2024 International Festival. Perform at the beautiful Italian-style Teatro Castagnoli in Scansano.

Teatro Castagnoli

Exciting Extras

2 Excursions: Embark on two excursions to discover the enchanting landscapes and history of Southern Tuscany, including a visit to the historic Torre del Cala Piccola and Pitigliano.
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Two Practice Concerts at Polo Culturale Pietro Aldi : Perfect your craft through two additional concerts during the week, applying what you've learned in a real-world setting.

Polo Culturale Pietro Aldi

Admissions

The Program is open to opera singers who are interested in preparing their auditions package while working on Italian diction and language. Our mission is to pay particular attention to each and every participant and to ensure that by the end of this program, not only they have a complete audition package, but are also ready to be a part of the professional, fast-paced world of opera.

TUITION

TUITION IS $1,750
**THE COURSE HAS MAXIMUM CAPACITY OF 12 PARTICIPANTS **

Tuition Includes

- All program lessons and materials.
- Accommodation in double occupancy rooms for the entire duration of the course in Saturnia (check out on the morning of October 7th).
- Half-board (breakfast and lunch OR dinner).
- Guided Excursions and wine tastings.
- A wine and food tasting event on October 6th, following the concert at Teatro Castagnoli, generously offered by the Consorzio di Morellino.
- Bus transfers to and from a nearby train station.

Tuition Does Not Include

- Travel expenses (best accessed by flying to Rome and taking a short train ride to Grossetto).
- One meal per day.

TAILORED LEARNING EXPERIENCES FOR EACH PARTICIPANT

INDIVIZUALIZED LESSONS:
2 hours with a voice teacher of your choice
2 hours with Italian diction coach
2 hours and vocal coach
1 hour with acting coach

COLLECTIVE LESSONS/ MASTERCLASSES/ PUBLIC PRESENTATIONS
5 hours of concert/ auditions preparation with voice teacher and vocal coach
4 hours of conversational Italian
3 hours of Branding for Opera Singers
4 hours of Auditions Workshop/ Deliver the perfect audition - does and don'ts.
4 hours of Auditions Feedback
3 hours of Art and History Masterclass
2 Concerts

FACULTY

FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT OUR FACULTY, CLICK ON THEIR NAMES BELOW:

STEFANOS KORONEOS
Director, General & Artistic Director Teatro Grattacielo, Artistic Director Camerata Bardi Vocal Academy
LUCA PACINI
Tenor, Italian Diction Coach
EUGENIO MILAZZO
Vocal Coach
LEWIS EHLERS
Artist Manager | Lombardo Associates
MASSIMILIANO BECCO GAGLIARDO
Artist Manager |Athole Still Artist
DANIELA PRONESTI
Art Curator, Editor of La Toscana
PAOLA BRIGANTI |
Italian Language Teacher

READY TO APPLY? FILL OUT THIS FORM FOR CONSIDERATION

SPONSORS

READ MORE ABOUT BANCA TEMA HERE

READ MORE ABOUT TEMA VITA HERE

LOCATIONS

Daily Lessons and Masterclasses will take place at Sala Bartolini in Saturnia.

ABOUT

READ MORE ABOUT SATURNIA HERE

READ MORE ABOUT PIETRO ALDI MUSEUM HERE

READ MORE ABOUT MORELLINO CLASSICAL FESTIVAL HERE

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