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Apprenticeship Program

Our apprentice program is built on the belief that the next generation of opera makers deserves a place to learn, experiment and grow in a real artistic environment. We want to give emerging conductors and répétiteurs the chance to develop their craft while working side by side with experienced professionals. Each role offers hands on experience in rehearsals and productions, so the apprentices can gain confidence, build essential skills and understand how an opera company truly works from the inside.

Apprentice Conductor

Opera Rehearsals

  • Serve as assistant conductor for the mainstage opera production

  • Conduct staging rehearsals with piano while receiving guidance from the faculty

  • Work closely with the stage director to create an artistic result that connects the music with the regie (staging).

  • Support the preparation of singers and the orchestra

 

Orchestra Time

  • Opportunities to conduct orchestral readings, stage orchestra rehearsals with singers, and selected performances after discussion with the artistic faculty

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Conducting Lessons

  • Individual opera conducting lessons with piano and singers

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Industry connections and insight into real opera houses

  • Hands-on experience in the daily life of a professional opera house, supported by Opera Zuid

  • Learn about logistics, planning and communication, which form a large part of an opera conductor’s work

  • Access to networking events with casting agents, managers and opera professionals, as well as on-site auditions and Q and A sessions with industry leaders

 

Credits and promotion

  • All performance credits listed on Operabase

  • Professional recordings of your work for personal use or career development

Apprentice Répétiteur

Activities:

  • Serve as Répétiteur for mainstage opera production rehearsals

  • Collaborate with the vocal faculty in lessons and coachings

  • Assist the conductor and music staff during rehearsals and coachings

  • Accompany workshops and masterclasses​​​

  • Receive guidance and mentorship in preparation for opera house music staff auditions​

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Industry connections and insight into real opera houses

  • Hands-on experience in the daily life of a professional opera house, supported by Opera Zuid

  • Learn about logistics, planning and communication 

  • Gain understanding of the art of coaching opera singers

  • Access to networking events with casting agents, managers and opera professionals, as well as on-site auditions and Q&A sessions with industry leaders

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