OPERA CREATION LAB for Composers and Singers
| OPERA CREATION LAB for Composers and Singers | |
| Summary: | Opera writing course |
| Deadline: | None |
| Date Posted: | 27 September 2017 |
| Details: |
Program Dates: July 5-15, 2018 COSI 2018 is pleased to offer its OPERA CREATION LAB for Composers and Singers, directed by Dean Burry, in combination with members of COSI’s magnificent artistic teams. Apply for this summer’s COSI OPERA CREATION LAB for Composers and Singers via COSI’s YAPtracker link. FOR COMPOSERS: In receiving your application for the program, you will then be contacted by us to submit two examples of your compositions. Vocal and/or instrumental pieces are welcome, though examples of previous operatic writing are encouraged. Successful composer applicants will: Submit a vocal composition or opera scene before the program. Collaboratively create a scene while at the program. Receive a final public presentation and recording. For composers, the summer Opera Creation Lab includes: • Vocal masterclasses that will inform about writing for the voice, and the particular considerations for each voice type and differences within those voice types (writing for different kinds of sopranos, for example). • Dramaturgy and the libretto – how to work with a libretto or consider writing one. • Building a Composing Career in Opera • Elements of Design • Private lessons with Dean Burry. • Interactive sessions with Music Director Shannon Hiebert and the performers of your music. • Making important connections with singers and opera professionals with whom you may work in the future. • Access to all COSI opera performances and courtyard concerts for the duration of the Opera Creation Lab. “COSI’s Opera Creation Lab exceeded all my expectations. It was incredible to hear my music so soon after writing it. The singers were wonderful, engaged and creative. Seeing our scenes brought to life gave me a new understanding and appreciation for all the dramatic work that goes into making opera work. This, in turn, will forever affect how I approach the combined forces of music and drama. Thank you so much!” Katherine Saxon (COSI 2017), University of California Santa Barbara. “The week that I spent at the COSI Opera Creation Lab for Composers and Singers was a completely enriching experience. There is nothing more inspiring than working in an environment surrounded by young driven performers and seasoned instructors. I look to forward to seeing the growth of this amazing program and am proud to have participated in its inaugural year.” Ryan Henwood, Dalhousie University. |
| Web Site: | www.co-si.com/opera-composition/ |
