Graduate Vocal Arts Program
The Graduate Vocal Arts Program is a unique master of music program in vocal arts, led by artistic director and renowned mezzo-soprano, Stephanie Blythe.
Created to prepare the young singer for the special challenges of pursuing a professional life in music in the 21st century, this two-year MM degree program balances a respect for established repertory and expressive techniques with the flexibility and curiosity needed to keep abreast of evolving musical ideas.
Students work on operatic, art song, chamber music, and new music repertoire throughout the coursework of the program.
Operatic repertoire is studied and performed throughout the curriculum and in fully staged productions at the Richard B. Fisher Center for the Performing Arts.
The program also includes a strong practical component, with seminars and classes on career skills led by some of the leading figures in arts management and administration.
Graduates of the Vocal Arts Program have gone on to particpate in major young artist programs at The Metropolitan Opera, Lyric Opera of Chicago, and Los Angeles Opera; to win major competitions such as the Laffont Competition, Houston Grand Opera Concert of Arias Competition, Young Concert Artists International Competition, and the Marilyn Horne Foundation Competition.
