'Rivolgete a lui lo sguardo' - Così fan tutte (Mozart)

2021/22 National Opera Studio Young Artist Josef Ahn, accompanied by Associate Artist Nadia Kisseleva perform 'Rivolgete a lui lo sguardo' from Così fan tutte by Mozart.

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Introducing Lucy Bradley

September 2024
We’re delighted to announce Lucy Bradley as our first Resident Director at the National Opera Studio.
Wandsworth Wednesday: Free Lunchtime Recital

11 December 2024, 1.15pm
Blackburn Hall, National Opera Studio

Our free lunchtime recital series 'Wandsworth Wednesdays', performed live at the National Opera Studio's Blackburn Hall in London.
Wandsworth Wednesday: Free Lunchtime Recital

16 October 2024, 1.15pm
Blackburn Hall, National Opera Studio

Our free lunchtime recital series 'Wandsworth Wednesdays', performed live at the National Opera Studio's Blackburn Hall in London.
Wandsworth Wednesday: Free Lunchtime Recital

6 November 2024, 1.15pm
Blackburn Hall, National Opera Studio

Our free lunchtime recital series 'Wandsworth Wednesdays', performed live at the National Opera Studio's Blackburn Hall in London.

My NOS Story: Elli Welsh (Repetiteur)

We catch up with 2021/22 NOS repetiteur Elli Welsh at The Royal Ballet in her current role as Associate Pianist for their 2023/2024 season.
National Opera Studio at Scottish Opera

Our 2023/24 Young Artists recently visited Scottish Opera, one of our partner companies, for their final residency before their performance at Cadogan Hall.
National Opera Studio at Glyndebourne

Our Young Artists recently visited Glyndebourne, one of our partner companies, to work with Glyndebourne’s Artistic Director, Stephen Langridge.
My NOS Story: Josef Ahn

Baritone Josef Ahn (2022/23 Young Artist) returns to the Studio to share his story of his time at the Studio and his exciting journey to the Royal Opera House as one of the artists on their Jette Parker Artists Programme.
Marie McLaughlin Masterclass

Acclaimed Scottish soprano Marie McLaughlin leads a masterclass with three of our Young Artists - Samantha Quillish, Sarah Seunghwa Chae and Beren Kader Fidan, accompanied by repetiteurs Max Bilbe and Adrian Salinero.
My NOS Story: Ffion Edwards

Soprano Ffion Edwards (2021/22 Young Artist) talks to us about her time at the Studio and shares a unique insight into some of the key things she learnt during her time on our Global Talent Programme.
Nicky Spence Masterclass

Acclaimed Scottish operatic tenor, friend of the Studio and NOS alumnus Nicky Spence leads a masterclass with our Young Artists exploring Verdi, Stravinsky and Mozart.

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Masterclass with Brindley Sherratt

December 2021

Internationally acclaimed Bass Brindley Sherratt leads a masterclass featuring four Young Artist singers accompanied by Young Artist repetiteurs.

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'Sul fil d'un soffio etesio' - Falstaff (Verdi)

13 October 2021

2021/22 Young Artists Ffion Edwards (Soprano) and Associate Artist Nadia Kisseleva (Piano) perform live at the Studio's recital series - Wandsworth Wednesdays
Masterclass with Dame Sarah Connolly

Our Young Artists star in a masterclass with acclaimed mezzo-soprano Dame Sarah Connolly, filmed at the Studio's Blackburn Hall.

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2024/25 Young Artists

Find out about our Young Artists, with individual biographies, and downloadable media.
Applying as a singer

Explore here for further information about application procedures, audition guidelines and frequently asked questions.

Applications for our 2025/26 Young Artists' Programme opens on 18 October.
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.
First Round Auditions
Key Dates
2022/23 Young Artist Programme - Apply now

December 2021

Applications for singers and repetiteurs to audition for our 2022/23 Young Artists' Programme are now open.
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.
Our history

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