The Carne Studio

Coaching Room One is our largest practice room. It has two pianos and is ideal for small groups to rehearse, piano teaching, or individual practice.

Location: Ground floor

Piano: Two grand pianos (Yamaha and Kawai)

Dimensions: 4.90m x 5.10m (25m²)

Height: 2.45m

Maximum capacity: 10 people

Price: From £25 per hour

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Latest

Coaching during Covid

13 April 2021

Pianist and NOS Assistant Head of Music, Dearbhla Collins, discusses how her work at the National Opera Studio has been impacted by Covid-19 and shares the positives that have come out of this situation during coaching sessions with our Young Artists.
Wandsworth Wednesday: Livestreamed recital

28 April 2021, 6pm

Our next Wandsworth Wednesday recital features a selection of our 2020/21 Young Artists.
Stagecraft and movement during Covid

15 March 2021

David Sulkin OBE, shares an insight into how he has adapted and developed the stagecraft and movement offer at NOS during Covid-19 and discusses the incredible work being carried out by his team with our Young Artists. (Photo: 2020/21 Young Artist Jevan McAuley)
An insight from our Head of Music

2 March 2021

Our Head of Music, Mark Shanahan, shares an insight into what's been happening at NOS over the past few months and how the NOS team have had to adapt in response to the impact of Covid-19.

Coaching Room Three

Currently not available for hire

Coaching Room Three is perfect for teaching/coaching, individual practice or for small ensembles (e.g. piano trio).
Coaching Room Two

Coaching Room Two is ideal for individual practice. Our smallest room available to hire, it also makes a good waiting space for the nearby Blackburn Hall, or as part of a casting suite.
The Douglas Kane Studio

The Douglas Kane Ensemble Studio works fantastically as a rehearsal space for individuals and ensembles, or to hold a small performance. It is also suitable for small classes or board meetings and presentations.
The Blackburn Hall

The Blackburn Hall our largest multi-use space and is perfect for recording, performance and rehearsal. With its high ceilings and acoustic curtains, it is perfect for orchestral rehearsal, theatrical rehearsal, auditions, filming, conferences and large presentations.
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Current Artists

Find out about our Artists, with individual biographies, and downloadable media.
Announcing the 2018/19 National Opera Studio Young Artists

We are delighted to announce our 2018/19 Young Artists, who will join the National Opera Studio's intensive nine-month Training Programme from September.
About the programme

Find out more about our intensive programme for singers and repetiteurs.
Current Vacancies

Join the National Opera Studio team, and play an integral role in securing the future of opera.
Diverse Voices

The National Opera Studio takes the lead, along with UK opera companies and training organisations, to create partnerships and initiatives that encourage more diversity on our opera stages.
Assistant Director Experience

Throughout our year, we engage several assistant directors on paid internships, to whom we can offer an on-the-job learning opportunity.
Who we are

The National Opera Studio exists to train talented young musicians to become the leading artists of their generation. We aim to make a significant contribution to the opera ecology and the wider creative and cultural life of the UK through the provision of top-quality professional training, and by our engagement and position in the sector.
Emily Gottlieb

Chief Executive
Announcing the 2020/21 Young Artists

We are delighted to announce artists who will join the National Opera Studio for the 2020/21 Training Year.
Our history

Learn about the history of the National Opera Studio, its forebears, and timeline over the last 40 years.