Opera Singing Course
The Opera Singing Course comprises:
• Two-Year Academic Program
• Advanced Two-Year Program (reserved for students who have completed the academic two-year program)
Subjects
1. Vocal Technique
Teachers: Alla Simoni, Anna Vandi
2. Interpretation, style, and expression in operatic, chamber, and symphonic repertoire
Teachers: Raina Kabaivanska, Harriet Lawson, William Matteuzzi, Ernesto Palacio
3. Repertoire Study
Teachers: Alessandro Benigni, Harriet Lawson, Ettore Papadia, Mirca Rosciani
4. Physical expression techniques, acting, and stage movement
Teacher Matteo Mazzoni
5. Vocal hygiene and phoniatrics
Teacher: Franco Fussi
Study program
Study Program is individual, tailored to each student’s vocal characteristics and level of preparation. It is assigned at the beginning of the course and updated periodically. It may include opera ensemble pieces and symphonic-vocal pieces. At the end of the first year, an adjudicating committee will evaluate the student’s admission to the second year or decide whether to repeat the first year. At the end of the second year, an adjudicating committee will evaluate the results obtained in the two-year period and authorize the issuance of a certificate of course completion and possible admission to the two-year higher program.
Class Schedule
November 9 – December 13, 2026
January 11 – March 20, 2027
April 5 – June 13, 2027
Classes are held Monday through Friday each week from 9:15 am to 12:15 pm and from 3:30 pm to 6:30 pm throughout the academic year.
Attendance
Attendance is mandatory. Students are not permitted to attend other public or private music institutions, nor participate in professional activities, auditions, or competitions without the authorization of the Academy’s artistic director.
Concerts and Performances
For the entire duration of the course, students are required to participate free of charge in the artistic events scheduled by the Academy, performing in the parts and roles assigned to them by the artistic direction.
By enrolling, students consent to audio and video recording of lectures and performances, granting them the rights to use the recordings free of charge by any means or medium.
Regulations
All students are required to strictly comply with the provisions of the Regulations, as well as all other rules of conduct and professional ethics, even outside the Academy, under penalty of disciplinary action.
Scholarships
The Academy has established the ADOPT A VOICE program, which collects and awards annual scholarships.
Deserving students are selected by an internal committee—composed of the President, Artistic Director, Administrative Director, and two Professors—who evaluate the students’ artistic, commitment, and behavioral requirements.
Admission to the 2026-2027 Academic Year
Admissions will be made online based on three video-recorded arias, recorded within the last six months, which the candidate will submit as an attachment to the admission form. The pieces must be by different composers, in the original language, and at least one of the pieces must be in Italian. For each aria, the title of the piece, the name of the singer and pianist performing it, and the recording date must be indicated.
The judging panel, chaired by the Artistic Director and composed of Academy faculty, will evaluate the recordings received and—with final judgment—will decide on the candidates’ suitability, drawing up a list of those admitted to the 2026-2027 Academic Year and a ranking of eligible candidates.
Age limit
31 years for sopranos and tenors.
34 years for mezzo-sopranos, baritones, and basses.
Registration deadline
August 21, 2026
Requirements
Candidates must demonstrate adequate musical and vocal training, acquired at conservatories and universities or with private teachers (in the latter case, a certificate of study and level achieved must be submitted). Adequate knowledge of the Italian language is required.
Application and Required Documents
The application must be sent to the Accademia d’Arte Lirica secretariat at the following email address: info@accademialiricaosimo.it, along with:
• completed and signed application form;
• audio-visual recording of three arias (by different composers and at least one in Italian);
• receipt of payment of the admission exam fee;
• photocopy of passport or identity card;
• 4 passport-sized photographs;
• curriculum vitae and academic qualifications (indicating the name of each course of study, institution, location, and teachers’ names);
• singing diploma or equivalent qualification, or a statement from one or more singing teachers.
Non-EU Students
For foreign students from outside the European Union, a study visa is required. Once admitted, they will be required to report to the Police Headquarters, Foreigners’ Office, within 8 days of their entry into Italy to obtain the required residence permit.
Tuition Fees and Fees
Admission exam fee
€60.00 (non-refundable)
Annual course registration fee
€100.00 (non-refundable)
Annual tuition fee
€2,200.00*
* The fee must be paid in two installments: November 27, 2026, and January 29, 2027
Payment Methods
Bank Transfer (Swift)
to Accademia d’Arte Lirica Ets, account number 42903503
BPER Banca – Osimo branch
IBAN: IT 96 F 05387 37492 000042903503
BIC: BPMOIT22XX