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VAL 2. Performance of an operatic role in a fully staged opera production

(Title to be announced in late May)

Period of the EOA module in 2025-2026:

  • From 26 January 2026 to 08 May 2026 (Easter holidays from 02 April to 13 April 2026)

Description of the EOA module:

Professional training and preparation for an opera role, concluding with the performance of a fully staged opera production (title to be announced).

This includes:

  • Singing lessons
  • Repertoire lessons
  • Acting
  • Language coaching
  • Musical rehearsals with the conductor, pianists, and the orchestra.
  • Stage rehearsals with the stage director, the conductor, and the pianists.

In order to study the specific roles of the production.

Kind of voice and role (Title and roles to be announced in late May):

  • Mezzo
  • Tenor
  • Baritone
  • Bass

The specialty of this module in comparison with other courses:

Valencia is a major cultural center and encourages immersion into the professional opera and music scene:  Palau de les Arts Opera House, concerts, and presentations by major international musicians.

In addition, there are many events and festivals throughout the year (i.e. Las Fallas). With a rich history in modern architectural masterpieces (City of Arts and Sciences), Valencia’s deep, multicultural roots, cosmopolitan flavor, and warm climate to make it a true Mediterranean gem.

Also, Valencia is one of Spain’s (and Europe’s) most affordable cities for student accommodation.

Names of the professors of this module:

  • Singing: Gloria Fabuel, Patricia Llorens, Mª José Martínez de Velasco, Amparo Quevedo, Ofelia Sala, Charo Vallés
  • Opera coaches: Mercedes Bernabeu, Carles Budó, Miquel Carbonell, Francesc Gamón, Pablo García-Berlanga, Adrià Gràcia, Diego Sánchez, 
  • Conductor: Nadie Stoyanova
  • Stage director: Eugenia Corbacho, Jaume Martorell

Possible extras besides the module

  • Masterclasses
  • Concerts at different venues in Valencia
  • Attending opera performances at Palau de les Arts
  • Exchange and collaborate with other students of the Conservatory working on the same production.

Minimum and maximum number of EOA students

  • Minimum 1 student
  • Maximum 3 students

Number of teaching/production hours of the EOA module:

Teaching: The first 8 weeks

  • Working with the singing teachers
  • Working with the opera coaches
  • Working with the conductor and vocal coaches
  • Working with the stage director and vocal coaches

Production: The following 4 weeks

  • Ensemble rehearsals with the singers and conductor
  • Ensemble rehearsals with the singers and stage director

Number of ECTS within master accreditation:

25 ECTS

Entrance examination:

Contact the coordinator:

Charo Vallés

master.opera@csmvalencia.es

The materials to submit with your application are:

  • CV
  • Repertoire
  • Two Videos (it can be a link to YouTube or any other platform)

Deadline:

  • 1st deadline: 01 June 2025
  • 2nd deadline: 15 September 2025

Date for expected answers:

  • 1st deadline: 15 June 2025
  • 2nd deadline: 30 September 2025

Description of the final Examination:

Public performance of a fully staged chamber opera at the Concert Hall of the Conservatory Superior of Music

Teaching language:

Spanish, English, Italian, French and German

Total expenses of the EOA module per student and what is included/excluded in this price:

  • Free for students in Erasmus Programme
  • Module is available within an Erasmus exchange
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VAL 1. Performance of an operatic role in a fully staged chamber opera production (Singers)

Title/s to be announced in late May

Period of the EOA module in 2025 – 2026:

From 29 September 2025 to 23 January 2026

Description of the EOA module:

Professional training and preparation for an opera role, concluding with the performance of a fully staged chamber opera production (title to be announced).

This includes:

  • Singing lessons
  • Repertoire lessons
  • Acting
  • Language coaching
  • Musical rehearsals with the conductor, pianists, and/or instrumental ensemble.
  • Stage rehearsals with the stage director, the conductor, and the pianists.
  • Performance with piano accompaniment or instrumental ensemble

In order to study the specific roles of the production.

Kind of voice and role (Title and roles to be announced in May):

  • Mezzo
  • Tenor
  • Baritone
  • Bass

The specialty of this module in comparison with other courses:

Valencia is a major cultural centre and encourages immersion into the professional opera and music scene:  Palau de les Arts Opera House, concerts and presentations by prominent international musicians.

In addition, there are many events and festivals throughout the year (i.e., Las Fallas). With a rich history in modern architectural masterpieces (City of Arts and Sciences), Valencia’s deep, multicultural roots, cosmopolitan flavor, and warm climate make it a true Mediterranean gem.

Valencia is also one of Spain’s (and Europe’s) most affordable cities for student accommodation.

Names of the professors of this module:

  • Singing: Gloria Fabuel, Patricia Llorens, Mª José Martínez Velasco, Amparo Quevedo, Ofelia Sala, Charo Vallés
  • Opera coaches: Mercedes Bernabeu, Carles Budó, Miquel Carbonell, Francesc Gamón, Pablo García-Berlanga, Adrià Gràcia, Diego Sánchez, 
  • Conductor: Nadia Stoyanova
  • Stage director: Eugenia Corbacho, Jaume Martorell

Possible extras besides the module:

  • Masterclasses
  • Concerts at different venues in Valencia
  • Attending opera performances at Palau de les Arts
  • Exchange and collaboration with other students of the Conservatory working on the same production

Minimum and maximum number of EOA students

  • Minimum 1 student
  • Maximum 3 students

Number of teaching/production hours of the EOA module:

Teaching: The first 8 weeks

  • Working with the singing teachers
  • Working with the opera coaches
  • Working with the conductor and vocal coaches
  • Working with the stage director and vocal coaches

Production: The following 4 weeks

  • Ensemble rehearsals with the singers and conductor
  • Ensemble rehearsals with the singers and stage director

Number of ECTS within master accreditation:

25 ECTS

Entrance examination:

Contact the coordinator:

Charo Vallés

master.opera@csmvalencia.es

The materials to submit with your application are:

  • CV
  • Repertoire
  • Two Videos (it can be a link to YouTube or any other platform)

Deadline:

  • First: 01 June 2025
  • Second: 01 September 2025

Date for expected answers:

  • 1st deadline: 15 June 2025
  • 2nd deadline: 15 September 2025

Description of the final Examination:

  • Public performance
  • Permanent Artistic Evaluation

Teaching language:

Spanish, English, Italian, French and German

Total expenses of the EOA module per student and what is included/excluded in this price:

  • Free for students in Erasmus Programme
  • Module is available within an Erasmus exchange
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STO 4. Full Opera production

Period of the EOA module in 2025 – 2026:

Spring semester 2026:

  • 23 February – 07 June 2026 (with possibility to begin from 19 January 2026 for the full term)

Open to:

  • 1 or 2 vocal students

This course offers an opportunity to perform an opera role in a full-scale production with a professional symphony orchestra at a Swedish theatre. The module consists of a period of musical preparation with vocal coaching and musical interpretation sessions, followed by role analysis and stage rehearsals led by a professional director and conductor. The performance is produced with an orchestra, sets, lighting, costumes, and makeup.

The repertoire will be decided in Autumn 2025.

Name(s) of the professor(s) of this module

  • Patrik Sörling, Assistant Professor of Music Dramatic Performance
  • Christine Morgan, Assistant Professor of Musical Interpretation
  • Martin Hellström, Assistant Professor of Musical Interpretation

Possible extras besides the module:

  • Seminars on aspects of opera as an art form and of the opera singer’s profession
  • Audition training
  • Individual artistic reflection project (documented by short essay) under supervision

ca. 170 hours

24-30  ECTS

Entrance examination:

We choose our EOA students via recorded material. With the application, we need sound and video recordings.

Formats:

  • Sound: Wav or AIFF
  • Video: Mov or mp4 

Description of the final Examination:

Students are examined through the staged performance and a group seminar on the course’s learning outcomes.

Teaching language/ Required level of language:

  • Communication language: EN, level 5

Total expenses of the EOA module per student and what is included/excluded in this price:

  • There are no tuition fees for EU/EES citizens
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STO 3. Opera performance with orchestra and conductor

Period of the EOA module in 2025 – 2026:

  • Spring semester 2026:

    • 19 January – 23 March 2026 (with possible extension to 07 June 2026 for the full term)

    Open for:

    • 1 to 3 vocal students

    In this module, the student singers work in a production in cooperation with student conductors and musicians from the Royal College of Music in Stockholm and a professional stage director.

    The repertoire for the project will consist of longer excerpts from 2-3 different operas, conceptually merged into one opera performance. The module includes preparatory work,  musical rehearsals with our teachers in musical interpretation and the conductor students, as well as singing lessons.

    The course also contains language coaching, both individually and in groups.

    A 5-6 weeks production follows, consisting of stage work and orchestral rehearsals leading up to a fully staged performance with lighting, costumes, and makeup.

    Repertoire will be selected in mid-autumn of 2025.

    Name(s) of the professor(s) of this module:

    • Stina Ancker, Professor of music drama performance
    • Christine Morgan, Assistant professor of musical performance

    Ca 108 hours

    18 ECTS

     

    Possible extras besides the module:

    • Movement classes
    • Seminars on aspects of opera as an art form and of the opera singer’s

     

    Entrance examination:

    We choose our EOA students via recorded material. With the application, we need sound and video recordings.

    Formats:

    • Sound: Wav or AIFF.
    • Video: Mov or mp4

     

    Description of the final Examination:

    Students are examined through the staged performance and a group seminar on the course’s learning outcomes.

    Teaching language/ Required level of language:

    • Communication language: EN, level 5

    Total expenses of the EOA module per student and what is included/excluded in this price:

    There are no tuition fees for EU/EES citizens

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STO 2. Site specific opera performance

Period of the EOA module in 2025 – 2026:

  • 20 October – 21 December 2025 

Open for:

  • 1 to 3 vocal students

In this module, the singer students explore how working in venues and spaces other than the opera theatre can influence music-dramatic expression. The students work on selected Opera scenes with a stage director and an opera coach/pianist and bring their work into the chosen venue to stage a performance for a small audience. The students, together with the teachers,  take an active part in deciding how to use the chosen space and how to place the audience in the performance. Besides the stage work in preparation for the performance, the module includes singing lessons and musical interpretation sessions. It also includes coaching in Italian lyric diction where appropriate to the chosen repertoire. The repertoire for the performance is selected in June, in dialogue with the students.

The module can be extended to include the entire term, January and December, with work on a staged concert with a conductor and piano or orchestra.

Name(s) of the professor(s) of this module:

  •   Stina Ancker,  Assistant professor of music dramatic performance
  •   Martin Hellström, Assistant professor of musical performance

ca. 120 hours

14-30  ECTS

 

Possible extras:

  • seminars on aspects of opera as an artform and of the opera singer’s profession
  • seminars on artistic research

Entrance examination:

We choose our EOA students via recorded material. With the application we need recordings of sound and video.

Formats:

  • Sound: Wav or
  • Video: Mov or mp4

Description of final examination:

  • Students are examined through the staged performance in the chosen space, through the staged concert, and a subsequent reflective discussion in the group and individually

Teaching language/ Required level of language:

  • Communication language: EN, level 5

Total expenses of the EOA module per student and what is included/excluded in this price:

  • There are no tuition fees for EU/EES citizens
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STO 1. Italian opera scenes – language, expression, communication

Period of the EOA module in 2025 – 2026:

  • 02 September – 09 November 2025 (possible extension to 18/1 2026 for a full term )
  • Open for: 1-3 vocal students

Explore the connections between language, music, acting, and movement through scenes from Italian Opera and recitative. You will work with language, musical performance, acting, vocal skills, and stage movement in parallel, often with several teachers cooperating in the same session. The module will contain:

  • Investigation of the influence of language on stage thought, action, and performance
  • vocal coaching and musical preparation of opera scenes in original language, individually and in group
  • Practical role analysis and stage work
  • Stage movement classes
  • An intensive course focusing on the secco recitative. The course gives methods for preparation, musically and language-wise, as well as methods for achieving spontaneity and meaning in the performance of recitative through improvisational methods
  • Performing arias and select ensembles in a concert with orchestra
  • Performing opera scenes with piano in our studio theatre

The repertoire is selected to suit the students in the course. The repertoire will be discussed and decided on in June 2025.

Name(s) of the professor(s) of this module

  • Patrik Sörling, stage director, assistant professor of stage movement
  • Giuseppina Penta, language coach, senior lecturer of Italian lyric diction
  • Christine Morgan, assistant professor of musical interpretation

ca. 120 hours

14 – 30 ECTS

Possible extras besides the module:

  • Seminars on opera as an art form and the opera singer’s profession with invited guests from the professional field
  • Seminars on performance psychology for singers

Entrance examination:

We choose our EOA students via recorded material. With the application, we need sound and video recordings.

Formats:

Sound: Wav or AIFF. Video: Mov or mp4

Description of the final Examination:

Students are examined through the performance of the Italian opera scenes, a concert with orchestra, and a reflective seminar.

Teaching language/ Required level of language:

Communication language: EN, level 5

Total expenses of the EOA module per student and what is included/excluded in this price:

  • There are no tuition fees for EU/EES citizens
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RIG 1. Russian language in opera fragments of Russian composers

Period of the EOA module in 2025 – 2026:

Autumn semester:

  • 15 September 2025 – 31 January 2026

Spring semester:

  • 02 February 2026 – 20 June 2026

Description of the EOA module:

Russian language phonetics and training in opera fragments of Russian composers /N. Rimski-Korsakov, P. Tchaikovski, S. Prokofiev, etc./ together with local students. Daily lessons in Opera studio “Figaro.”

Possibility to participate in rehearsals/performances of “The Queen of Spades” at the National Opera.

Possibility to master the Russian language: perception, listening, speaking, reading, and communication skills.

In addition, EOA students will be offered a tailor-made programme:

  • Singing lessons – opera repertoire vocal coaching
  • Work with pianist
  • Acting skills
  • Stage movement and dance
  • Contemporary ear training techniques
  • Vocal ensemble
  • Chamber singing

The specialty of this module in comparison with other courses in Europe:

Combining extended studies of Russian opera repertoire with Russian-speaking teachers in a live language environment is possible.

Names of the professors of this module:

Possible extras besides the module:

(e.g., supplementary programs, city culture, language)

The supplementary tailor-made study program, free entrance in all National Opera performances (except premieres and guest performances), intensive concert activities, and city culture.

Minimum and maximum number of students:

1 – 2 max

Number of teaching / production hours of the EOA module:

According to study programme on selected courses

Number of ECTS within bachelor/ master accreditation:

24 – 30 ECTS (depending on courses selected)

Deadline of application and requirements:

  • Deadline: 01 May 2025
  • Recordings (DVD, YouTube) Application form
  • Artistic CV

Description of the final examination

Public performance of opera fragment/s

Total expenses of the EOA module per student and what is included/excluded in this price:

  • EUR 1360 p/semester (travel and subsistence not included)
  • Free for ERASMUS + students and trainees.

Deadline for applications

  • 1st deadline: 01 May 2025
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    REY 1. CAMERATA Baroque ensemble – Build and perfect your vocal technique and performance skills through collaboration

    Period of the EOA module in 2025 – 2026:

    October 2025 – February 2026

    The course will start at the beginning of the autumn term with one or two weekly rehearsals in sections, primarily singers with or without continuo. From October, the rehearsals will include mostly the whole group, singers, and instrumentalists, with continuo ending with a public performance at the end of October or beginning of November. 

    An intensive early-baroque project based on the work begun in the autumn term will take place in February 2026. The theme will be operatic repertoire by 17th-century women composers. Participation in both periods is not obligatory, as this might not be practical for exchange students; however, it is recommended. 

    Description of the EOA module:

    Collaborative music making with experts in Baroque interpretation. Sessions on ensemble singing, early baroque diminutions, Mixed ensemble work, and working groups on various elements of early-baroque dramatic performance. 

    Voice lessons where all voice students work with a team of voice teachers in a collaborative learning environment.  

    • Weekly Performance classes
    • Coaching
    • Lunchtime recitals at the Reykjavík Art Museums 

    The specialty of this module in comparison with other courses in Europe:

    The collaborative learning environment at the Voice Department’s core gives you a unique opportunity to develop your individuality as a singing artist. You will build your vocal technique and interpretive skills while working with a team of expert voice teachers who work together, empowering you to clarify your goals and make your own choices.  

    Many performance opportunities give you valuable possibilities and practical experience in managing and leading projects. Working on baroque interpretation in an ensemble and making music with skilled professionals will provide hands-on experience. The relatively small size of the music department makes it a very flexible learning environment and fertile ground for initiative and creative ideas.

    Names of the professors of this module: 

    • Hanna Dóra Sturludóttir (voice and performance) 
    • Sigurður Halldórsson (music director) 
    • Matthildur Anna Gísladóttir (coach, piano accompaniment) 
    • Kristinn Sigmundsson (voice and performance) 
    • Dísella Lárusdóttir (voice and performance) 
    • Guest professors in Masterclasses 

    Possible extras:

    • Dramatic interpretation classes  
    • Movement classes  
    • Vocal improvisation  
    • Music, culture, and society, lectures  
    • Icelandic for beginners  
    • Collaboration with composition students 
    • Choir  

    https://www.islit.is/en/art-and-culture-in-iceland/music/

    Minimum and maximum number of EOA students:

    • 1-3 singers (all type voices)
    • 1-3 baroque instrumentalists primarily, strings and continuo

     

    Number of teaching/production hours of the EOA module:

    Up to 20-25 hours per week

    Number of ECTS within master accreditation

    • 20 ECTS

    Entrance examination:

    To deliver the following documents via the application at the EOA website:

    • CV
    • Repertoire
    • Two Videos (it can be a link to YouTube or any other platform)
    • Motivation letter

    Description of the final Examination:

    • Students are examined through the performance and the work they put into their studies. 
    • performance in class and concerts 
    • Assessment is based on students’ journaling and self-assessment.  

    Teaching language:

    English

    Total expenses of the EOA module per student and what is included/excluded in this price:

    • The module is available within an Erasmus exchange for students at BA-level in vocal performance and for some instrumentalists.
    • Participants pay for their accommodation and travel.

    Deadline for applications:

    • 1st deadline: 08 May 2025
    • 2nd deadline: 15 September 2025

     

    Date for expected answers:

    • 1st deadline: 15 June 2025
    • 2nd deadline: 30 June 2025
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    POR 3. Preparing an Operatic Production, for Stage Designers

    Period of the EOA module in 2025-2026

    08 October 2025 – 28 January 2026

    and/or

    11 March – 11 July 2026

    This Module is divided into two parts:

    A – Background knowledge and experience and

    B – The preparation of an Opera

    A. Background knowledge and experience: Stage Design with Technical Supervision (Costume, Set and Light Design)

    8 October 2025 to 28 January 2026

    Open for: 1-3 students

    Stage Design is, of course, divided according to specialties (Costume, Set, and Light Design), and the aim of each module now offered within each specialty is to facilitate technical and artistry improvement through the use of different and specialized techniques and knowledge, according to the philosophy of building up costumes, sets and light designs within the preparation and performance of specialized operatic repertoire (from Baroque to Contemporary repertoire). The emphasis is on artistry within the process of making an opera. Each year, there will be a different Opera Production, which will be the aim (Part B) and consequence of this Module development (Part A). This module (within the various specialties now offered) has as the goal to enable student autonomy, both in achieving methodological processes as well as the consolidation of a Stage Design and an artistic identity. This process will give the student a new approach to opera and opera making, enabling the student to experience a live performance in front of an audience.

    Names of the professors of this module:

    • Costume Design – Manuela Bronze/Manuela Ferreira;
    • Set Design: Helder Maia;
    • Light Design: Rui Damas

    Until 20 ECTS – 10 -12 hours individual tuition & 45 hours group work

    B. Preparation of an Opera Performance in a fully staged Opera Production with orchestra in Porto*

    11 March to 11 July 2026

    Open for: 1-3 vocal students

    This Module is only open to students who have completed Part A of the Module and have acquired the knowledge and experience necessary and sufficient to construct costumes, scenery, and light designs for the upcoming opera production. It is also open to those who can demonstrate through portfolios their ability and knowledge in constructing costumes, sets, and light designs.

    * The Opera Production for 2025 – 2026:

    Der Massnahme by Hans Eisler

    Number of teaching/production hours of the EOA module

    10 -12 hours of individual tuition & 45 hours of group work.

    Number of ECTS

    20 ECTS

    Description of final examination:

    full staged Opera.

    Possible extras: 

    Porto is a culturally interesting and beautiful city. Here, you can profit from the musical and cultural activity at Casa da Música of Porto, a very active cultural point in the city, as well as the Teatro Nacional de São João, Rivoli Theatre, and the Coliseum of Porto.

    Entrance examination

    Portfolio – Interview

    Video recording or link to video recording

    Description of the final examination

    Public performance on stage with piano

    Teaching language

    English – level 3

    Total expenses of the EOA

    1) This module is available within Erasmus exchange (Master´s level) only during the academic year 2025 – 2026.

    2) Prices are applicable for 2025-2026.

    3) Prices do not include travel or living expenses

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    POR 2. Performance of an Operatic Role in fully staged Opera Production with orchestra

    Period of the EOA module in 2025-2026:

    • 2nd Semester 2026 (exact dates TBA)

    The Opera Production for 2025-2026: 

    • Der Maasnahme by Hans Eisler

    Open for:

    1-4 vocal students (Soprano, Mezzo, Tenor, Baritone, Bass)

    Content:

    The module aims for students to work on performing a role and learn to cooperate with conductors, directors, and other professional groups through the performances and participation in a fully staged opera.

    The specialty of this module, in comparison with other courses in Europe

    EOA students will participate in this fully staged work and receive vocal coaching and acting to prepare for the specific roles of this production. This will make the EOA student aware of the complete teamwork and cooperation that an opera production requires. It will also make the singer aware of all the interactions between the EOA Modules 2025 – 2026 and how different areas are involved in an opera presentation (implementation of the set design, costumes, light, production, staging, orchestra, etc.).

    Possible extras: 

    Porto is a culturally interesting and beautiful city. Here, you can profit from the musical and cultural activity at Casa da Música of Porto, a very active cultural point in the city, as well as the Teatro Nacional de São João, Rivoli Theatre, and the Coliseum of Porto.

    Number of teaching/production hours of the EOA module

    10 -12 hours of individual tuition & 45 hours of group work.

    Number of ECTS

    20 ECTS

    Entrance examination

    Video recording or link to video recording

    Description of the final examination

    Public performance on stage with piano.

    Teaching language

    English – level 3

    Total expenses of the EOA

    1) This module is available within the Erasmus exchange (Master´s level) only during the academic year 2025 – 2026

    2) Prices are applicable for 2025 – 2026

    3) Prices do not include travel or living expenses

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