Vocal Audition Advantage is a unique 10-day intensive for classical vocalists ages 15–18. At VAA, our focus is your success. You will receive individualized instruction from leading experts in the field in a supportive environment. We help you put together your complete audition package. This year, we are thrilled to announce our collaboration with one of the nation's leading vocal training programs. Our 2019 Institute will be held at The Hartt School in Hartford, CT.
Preparing your best audition with Vocal Audition Advantage includes:
Individualized repertoire selection / Dramatic presentation / Language and diction / Musical style and interpretation / Movement for the stage / Vocal technique / Audition attire / Addressing the panel and acing the interview / Entrances and exits / Protecting your vocal gift
Applications will be open soon! Interested in updates? Complete our online interest form.
For more information, please visit the VAA Page.
MEET THE 2019 FACULTY!
Audition for the Hartt faculty and receive written feedback!
Students also will have the opportunity during the program to audition for members of The Hartt School voice faculty and receive written feedback pertaining to their audition. This opportunity provides students with the advantage of direct feedback and better preparing them for competitive collegiate entrance auditions and vocal scholarship competitions.
Preparing your best audition with Vocal Audition Advantage includes:
Individualized repertoire selection / Dramatic presentation / Language and diction / Musical style and interpretation / Movement for the stage / Vocal technique / Audition attire / Addressing the panel and acing the interview / Entrances and exits / Protecting your vocal gift
Applications will be open soon! Interested in updates? Complete our online interest form.
For more information, please visit the VAA Page.
MEET THE 2019 FACULTY!
- Deborah Lifton, Director, Voice Teacher, The Hartt School
- Samuel Martin, Rice University, Pianist Founding Artistic Director, Cincinnati Song Initiative
- Liz Rubino, National Performer, Teaching Artist, Drama Therapist
- David Lefkowich, Stage Director, Choreographer, Metropolitan Opera
- Charis Dimaras, Principal Vocal Coach, Ithaca College
- Terence Goff, Guest Masterclass Artist, Tenor, Cincinnati Conservatory of Music
- Melody Racine, Guest Masterclass Artist, Mezzo-Soprano, Former Dean of University of Michigan School of Music
- Beth Canterbury, Guest Masterclass Artist, Voice Teacher, Classical and Musical Theater, Walnut Hill School for the Arts
- Stephen Scarlato, Collaborative Pianist The Hartt School
Audition for the Hartt faculty and receive written feedback!
Students also will have the opportunity during the program to audition for members of The Hartt School voice faculty and receive written feedback pertaining to their audition. This opportunity provides students with the advantage of direct feedback and better preparing them for competitive collegiate entrance auditions and vocal scholarship competitions.