Thomas & Maria - Wandsworth Wednesdays

2020/21 National Opera Studio Young Artists Thomas D Hopkinson (Bass), accompanied by Maria Tataru perform 'Denn es gehet dem Menschen' (Because man is good), the opening song of Brahms's song cycle entitled 'Vier ernste Gesänge (Four Serious Songs), Op. 121.

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Diverse Voices - Spring Term

April 2024

Our spring term Diverse Voices activity was wide-ranging, and we were pleased to continue expanding opportunities for young people in our home borough of Wandsworth. Part of this outreach work involved our Young Artists and singers from our Diverse Voices Programme leading workshops for our local school communities. Shafali Jalota, one of our NTP Young Artists, describes her involvement in this project:
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Life as a repetiteur

Tuesday 3 – Friday 6 September 2024

Life as a repetiteur - led by NOS's Head Coach our repetiteur short course is designed for pianists interested in exploring the wonderful world of opera for the first time, or enriching their existing skills.

Who is it for? Experienced pianists interested in exploring operatic repertoire. Prior experience of working in opera is not required.

Booking open 1 May
Demystifying Auditions

Wednesday 28 – Friday 30 August 2024

A three-day intensive short course designed to demystify the audition and build confidence in front of a panel.

Who is it for? Postgraduate level or professional singers of all voice types.

Booking open 1 May

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

13 October 2021

2021/22 Young Artist Josef Ahn (Baritone) 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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Masterclass with Danielle de Niese

Our Young Artists star in a masterclass filmed at the Royal Opera House led by Danielle de Niese.

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2023/24 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 2024/25 Global Talent Programme now open.

Applications are now closed.
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.
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.
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.
First Round Auditions
Applying as a repetiteur

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

Applications for our 2024/25 Global Talent Programme now open.

Applications are now closed.
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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.