Opera Modesto’s Story Into Song Literacy Initiative seeks to engage and encourage Modesto and area youth in literacy and cultural enrichment through operatic productions of great literature. Through casting young and emerging singers and presenting the operas in appealing settings, we seek to inspire and involve area youth in creative, collaborative and positive events that … [Read more...] about Story Into Song
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Summer Opera Institute: July 2020
Opera Modesto's Summer Opera Institute for teens is a conservatory level training program designed to develop young artists who are in the 8th - 12th grades. The program consists of a variety of workshops designed to enhance confidence and performing skills. We do not know what the rules for gatherings or social distancing will be in July. However, we are developing plans … [Read more...] about Summer Opera Institute: July 2020
2020 Kristina Townsend Competition Winners
We are pleased to announce the winners of the 2020 Kristina Townsend Memorial Vocal Competition. There were 15 participants ranging in age from 16 to 25. Each singer prepared a minimum of three songs for the judges. The winners are: Ages 23 - 26 1st Place: Sarah Conniff Sarah is a coloratura soprano from Fresno California. Most recently, she appeared as La … [Read more...] about 2020 Kristina Townsend Competition Winners