Role Class

Explore and develop the character of a complete role through the historic and musical setting of the work. 

Choosing appropriate roles that have been approved by their voice teachers, the singers will:

• Prepare their own word-by-word translations

• Research the literary and historical backgrounds of the operas and their characters in detail

• Explore their character's psychological motivations and inner lives

• Develop the physicality and dramatic style appropriate to their role

• Refine their grasp of the specific musical style of the opera

• Perform selected excerpts from the opera they have studied for an audience in a formal concert.

  • The excerpts include individual arias, ensembles, and recitatives (where applicable). The purpose is to provide the singers with an opportunity to perform before an audience at the conclusion of their study.

Applications for Spring 2020 are open.

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An important benefit is the interaction of the singers with each other.

• The 12-Week Role Preparation course begins with coaching and class with Ms. Arroyo starts the following week.

• The program includes one hour-long private coaching per week held at the studios of the coaching staff and concludes in early April, with a public recital.

• There is no teaching of vocal technique.