Providing training of the highest quality for singers and repetiteurs, helping them to become the leading artists of their generation.
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In this bonus podcast episode, Hannah Sandison sits down with Anna Cooper, Jennifer France, and David Butt Philip to discuss the realities of raising children while pursuing an opera career.
Listen to ‘The Opera Training Companion’ now wherever you get your podcasts🎙️
Alum Spotlight✨
Congratulations to 2022/23 Young Artist Felix Gygli on his recent performance in the title role of Mendelssohn’s Elias at the Opernhaus Zürich 🌟
Last week, our Young Artists took part in a residency with @Opera_North, culminating in a performance of opera scenes by Benjamin Britten.
Accompanied by the Orchestra of Opera North and conducted by Garry Walker, the performance was directed by Louisa Muller.
📸 Tom Arber
It’s the final week of term, which means we’re saying goodbye to our 2024/25 Young Artists 💔
Their final performances include Britten scenes at @HoxtonHall in partnership with @Opera_North, a recital for our donors, and a free lunchtime concert this Friday.
Noticing vocal fatigue, bloating, or changes in stamina before your period? Here’s Julie Cooper with tips to navigate the luteal phase and keep your voice in top shape:
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Young Artists Spotlight ✨
Congratulations to Ana-Carmen Balestra, who will make her debut as Michaëla/Michaëlle in Opera2Day’s brand-new production of Carmen!
Cross-training isn’t just for athletes—singers can benefit hugely by exploring different genres and techniques to build a more flexible, resilient voice.
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Alum Spotlight ✨
@ETOpera has announced the casts for their upcoming productions of The Elixir of Love and The Rape of Lucretia — and we're thrilled to see several NOS alums featured!
Read more below 👇
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Wonder why German vowels sound so different depending on the word?
Dominik Dengler guides you through the differences between open and closed vowels 👇
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A fantastic night for NOS Singers at the Ashburn English Song Prize!
🏆 Eve Pearson Maxwell (Academy) – 1st Prize
👏 Nancy Holt – 2nd Place
🎉 Georgia Mae Ellis won the Audience Prize, with repetiteur Blanca Graciá Rodríguez
With just 3 weeks to go until our performance of Benjamin Britten opera scenes at @HoxtonHall, in partnership with @Opera_North, we're thrilled to introduce our incredible creative team:
Garry Walker – Conductor
Louisa Muller – Director
Katie Kim Hackman – Assistant Director
Week 30 ✨
We’re now in production rehearsals for our final residency of the year with Opera North. Be sure to follow our social media for behind-the-scenes moments and updates!
Explore our summer short courses for singers & pianists—expert-led training in vocal craft, auditions & repetiteur skills.
📍All courses held at the National Opera Studio, London
🎟️ Places are limited – early booking recommended
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A vocal coach is one of the key collaborators in a singer’s support team—alongside voice teachers, language coaches, directors, and more.
In this video, Allyson Devenish shares what vocal coaches actually do!
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We’re excited to welcome the 2025/26 Young Artists to the National Opera Studio!
Over the next 9 months, they’ll receive world-class training and performance opportunities to prepare for successful careers in today’s opera world.
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Matthew Best (1957-2025)
We are saddened to hear of the passing of Matthew Best, an alum from 1979/80.
We remember him with great admiration and share a feature from our January 2000 newsletter by Richard Van Allen, celebrating his outstanding contribution to the musical world.
Week 29 🎶
Our Benjamin Britten scenes with Opera North are fast approaching—looking forward to getting stuck into music calls this week!
Yesterday we had the absolute pleasure of welcoming the incredible Ryan Speedo Green to the Studio for a masterclass with our YAs. A Grammy Award-winning bass-baritone, Ryan has quickly become one of the most in-demand performers on the stages of the world’s top opera houses🎶
What should you do when your voice feels off?
In this video, Kate Valentine shares practical guidance for navigating vocal fluctuations—something every singer experiences.
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Yesterday, our YAs gave a recital at @wigmore_hall, presenting a programme of English song curated by pianist and NOS Artistic Consultant Dearbhla Collins, alongside Sir Thomas Allen. Congratulations to all of our YAs on an outstanding performance!
📸 Richard Hubert Smith
