Join Us This Summer

Experience an intensive summer opera program featuring performances of Mozart's Die Zauberflöte and concert opportunities with professional orchestra.

In residence at Santa Clara University, with additional performances across the San Francisco Bay Area.

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Audition Requirements

Video auditions 2026. Minimum age 18; advanced 16-17 year-old singers accepted with parental consent.

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Singers

  • Recent videorecordings of two contrasting arias in different languages
  • Resume
  • Repertoire list
  • 100-word biography
  • Recent headshot
  • Reference contact
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Conductors

  • Statement of purpose: why you wish to participate
  • Video recording of conducting
  • Resume including relevant conducting experience
  • 100-word biography
  • Recent headshot
  • Reference contact
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Pianists/Coaches

  • Recent videorecordings of two contrasting arias
  • Resume
  • Repertoire list
  • 100-word biography
  • Recent headshot
  • Reference contact

Program Options & Tuition

All deposits and fees are non-refundable. Scholarships and work-study opportunities are available.

Singers

Option 1: Lead Role

Perform a role in Die Zauberflöte plus concert performances with orchestra.

$3,500

Option 2: Understudy

Cover a role with piano rehearsal and concert performances with orchestra.

$3,200

Option 3: Concert Only

Two aria concerts with orchestra.

$2,900

$1,200 deposit required

Conductors

Full program participation including rehearsals and performance opportunities with professional orchestra.

$3,500

$1,200 deposit required

Pianists/Coaches

Full program participation including coaching sessions, rehearsals, and collaborative performance opportunities.

$1,800

$900 deposit required

Important Dates

Application Deadline

Thursday, April 30, 2026

Applications received after this date will be considered based on space availability.

Program Dates

July 23 - August 16, 2026

Intensive summer program in the San Francisco Bay Area.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is housing provided?

Housing recommendations are provided but not included in tuition. Many participants choose to share accommodations with other program members.

Are scholarships available?

Yes, scholarships and work-study opportunities are available. Please indicate your interest in financial assistance on your application.

Can I apply to multiple tracks?

Yes, you may indicate interest in multiple tracks on your application. Please note that you can only be accepted to one track per season.

What is the age requirement?

Minimum age is 18. Advanced 16-17 year-old singers may be accepted with parental consent.

Are deposits refundable?

All deposits and fees are non-refundable.

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