Pre-College Program with Chicago Summer Opera
High School Freshman-Senior singers interested in honing their skills as well as discovering more about opera are welcome to apply. Key features include:
Sing or cover a small role in our productions
Keeping in mind the vocal health of our young singers, those who are ready for small roles will be given a chance to do so. Our faculty is committed to ensuring a safe environment for young singers to flourish.
Sing chorus in our productions
All pre-college singers will be cast in one or more choruses from our season.
Private voice lessons
Students will have a chance to work on their vocal technique and repertoire materials in private voice lessons.
Masterclasses
A chance to witness or take part in workshops conducted by professionals such as conductors, directors, voice teachers and opera stars.
Acting workshops
An opportunity for the students to break down their roles or audition material from a dramatic perspective. The course focuses on understanding and building a character.
College application workshop
For students interested in applying for college, all you need to know about majoring in music, guidance on how to apply and how to prepare for your audition.
Audition Materials
Two videos of contrasting classical works, one preferably in a foreign language. Classical musical theater (Pre-1950) welcome.
Resume detailing your past performance experience, years of private instruction and classes taken in music.
Short essay (250-350 words) on why you’d like to be part of Chicago Summer Opera
Private instructor contact information.
Deadline: April 15, 2024
2024 Season
June 20 - July 14, 2024 (Session 1)
Orfeo ed Euridice, Gluck/Dido & Aeneas, Purcell
The Consul, Menotti
Hansel und Gretel, Humperdink
July 16 - August 11, 2024 (Session 2)
Giulio Cesare, Handel
Albert Herring, Britten
Don Giovanni, Mozart
Tuition Fee
$3,250 per session
Audition based scholarship available. Over $150,000 in scholarship was given for the 2023 season.
Financial aid available
Work study available
Payments
$850 Deposit due 7 days after acceptance. (Non Refundable)
Payment 1: Due 30 Days after Acceptance
Payment 2: Due 60 Days after Acceptance
Other Payment Plans Available Upon Request
Dates
Session 1
June 20 - July 14, 2024
Session 2
July 16 - August 11, 2024
Refunds
More than 90 days before the start of the program - 100% Refunded (Deposit is Non Refundable)
90 - 60 days before the start of the program - 50% Refunded (Deposit is Non Refundable)
60 days before the start of the program - 0% Refunded (Deposit is Non Refundable)