Scandinavian Cello School

19 Sep 2024

Opera Masterclass “Swans of Stevns: From Baroque To Modernity”

Opera Masterclass “Swans of Stevns: From Baroque To Modernity” – Denmark, 18-21.05.05

APPLY by clicking HERE before 20th October 2024.

Associations “Machinchouettes” (Poland) and “Scandinavian Cello School” (Denmark) invite young opera singers of all voice types to apply and participate in a unique opera masterclass, led by distinguished artists and educators Anna Radziejewska and Lilianna Stawarz. Thanks to generous EU support, the course is 100% free of tuition costs, with 100% stipends for both travel & full board/logding.

The masterclass will take place at the world famous Scandinavian Cello School and their “Musical Farm” close to the UNESCO-listed Stevns Klint (Stevns Cliff). from May 18-21, 2025.

During the workshops, participants will have the opportunity to work on Baroque repertoire (arias chosen by the participants) as well as modern repertoire exploring a congenial vocal aesthetic in contemporary context (arias by Krzysztof Żelichowski, with the composer’s participation).

Thanks to the support of the European Union, participation in the workshops is free and the organizers will cover the travel costs of selected participants.

The masterclass offers you:

  • Free accommodation at Scandinavian Cello School campus, alimentation and full coverage of your travel costs
  • Three-day workshop with Anna Radziejewska and Lillianna Stawarz, leading authorities on ancient music performance practices in Poland. Read more about the workshop leaders here.
  • A career management workshop led by Prof. Jacob Shaw, experienced manager of numerous successful soloists and ensembles
  • Collaboration with outstanding HIP instrumentalists invited by Scandinavian Cello School
  • A live performance opportunity during the project’s final concert
  • An option to prolong your stay at Scandinavian Cello School in a form of artistic retreat
  • And much more!

Artists interested in participating are kindly requested to fill out the form available here and return it via email with all relevant links to office@scandinaviancelloschool.com before 20th October 2024.