Florentine Opera Studio: Showcasing opera's bright future
2009-2010 Florentine Opera Studio Artists
Sarah Lewis Jones, soprano
Columbus, OH
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Julia Elise Hardin, mezzo soprano
Lawrence, KS
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Aaron Blankfield, tenor
Memphis, TN
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Scott Johnson, baritone
Madison, WI
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2009-2010 Program Info
Florentine Opera Studio Artists participating in the program will have the following opportunities:
- Perform in mainstage productions
- Perform principal roles for in-school touring program
- Participate in master class(es) with guest artists
- Receive individual coaching with Florentine artistic staff
- Participate in community outreach and education programs
- Network and perform at donor events
About the Florentine Opera Studio Program:
The Florentine Opera Studio provides season-long, comprehensive artist-in-residence employment for talented singers beginning their professional careers, while serving the mainstage, education and outreach goals of the Florentine Opera Company. From October 2009 through May 2010, the Florentine Opera Studio allows promising singers experience and training to facilitate their professional growth in the opera art form.
Each season, four singers (soprano, mezzo, tenor, baritone/bass) participate in the Studio Program. As a key component of the Studio Program experience, these Studio Artists have the opportunity to sing supporting and comprimario roles during the opera season. Additionally, artists will perform for education and community outreach initiatives and the Florentine's in-school touring opera program. Studio Artists will have also the opportunity to gain continuing training and career advice through masterclasses and coachings with visiting artists and master teachers.
These positions were supported in part by a grant from the Wisconsin Arts Board made possible by an award from the National Endowment for the Arts with funds from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act.
