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We’re delighted to announce that the National Opera Studio will be taking part in the Big Give Christmas Challenge. This December, we’re aiming to raise £37,500 to support our mission of providing free, world-class training to the UK’s most exceptional emerging opera singers and pianists. For one week only, donations made through the Big Give platform will be matched pound for pound.

A new trade body representing the UK’s opera sector – UK Opera Association (UKOA) – launches today, bringing together an initial group of 20 opera companies to strengthen the future of opera and ensure the art form continues to thrive across the country.

We are deeply saddened by the passing of Michael Harper. As a vocal coach at the National Opera Studio, Michael left an indelible mark on our community, inspiring all who had the privilege of working with him.

We're delighted to announce the launch of our podcast - The Opera Training Companion - your go-to podcast for navigating the world of opera. Available on all podcast platforms. Subscribe and listen now.

We are delighted to announce our opera scenes performances for the 2024/25 training year. From Baroque classics to modern-day masterpieces, our fantastic Young Artists will take the stage across the UK, collaborating with renowned opera directors and our esteemed partner companies to deliver exceptional performances.

We’re delighted to announce Lucy Bradley as our first Resident Director at the National Opera Studio. In this exciting new role, Lucy will oversee the dramatic and stagecraft development of our new cohort of Young Artists, who begin their training on 16 September.

The National Opera Studio is excited to announce the appointment of American coach, pianist and conductor Eric Melear as Artistic Director, effective July 2024.

We were greatly saddened to hear of the recent death of soprano Kathryn Harries from cancer. Kathryn was Director of the National Opera Studio from 2008-2017.

Following a week long residency with Opera North, one of our partner companies, our Young Artists gave two outstanding performances of their latest contemporary opera scenes at London's Wilton's Music Hall.

To celebrate World Piano Day, we spoke to our 2022/23 Young Artist about their role as repetiteurs.

Neurodiversity Celebration Week is a worldwide initiative transforming how neurodiverse individuals are perceived. The week celebrates the talents and advantages of neurodiversity whilst also creating a platform to challenge the stereotypes and misconceptions that come with it.

The board of the National Opera Studio is delighted to announce the appointment of two new trustees - Dori Dana-Haeri and Antje Hensel-Roth.