Founded in 1984, the Florida Grand Opera (FGO) Studio has gained
worldwide recognition as one of the leading operatic training programs
in the United States for exceptionally promising singers and coach/
accompanists on the verge of international careers. Studio Artists spend
the full season performing principal and comprimario roles alongside FGO’s
roster of acclaimed directors, conductors, and musicians.
As the face of opera in Miami and Fort Lauderdale, these emerging artists
enjoy the opportunity to bring opera to the community through a series
of concerts and recitals at museums, bars, cultural and religious centers,
galas, and more. Additionally, the Studio tours a compact opera, performed
in English, throughout local schools, giving many middle and high school
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With a focus on holistic skill development, Studio Artists study vocal
interpretation, acting, language, movement, and personal business practices
in individual coaching sessions and classes by accomplished industry
colleagues. Further career-building opportunities including agent/house
auditions, media interviews, portfolio development, donor relations, social
media content creation, bilingual immersion, and collaborations with fellow
arts and young professional organizations throughout the vibrant South
Florida community are regular occurrences each season.
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TOP ROW
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Shaina Martinez, Soprano
Nathan Mattick, Baritone
MIDDLE ROW
Michael Miller, Baritone
Stephany Peña, Mezzo-soprano
Jared Peroune, Pianist/Coach
BOTTOM ROW
Rafael Porto, Bass-baritone
Asleif Willmer, Soprano
Staff:
Mitch Roe
Director of Artistic Administration
Katherine Kozak
Head Coach/Chorus Master
Gregory Buchalter
Guest Coach
Karen Levine
Guest Coach
Paul Schwartz
Accompanist
Dr. Richard Vivero at South Florida ENT
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