Student ConneXion

Student ConneXion Program

Merola Opera Program is about nurturing the future of opera - both on the stage and in the audience. Our Student ConneXion Program was created to deepen your understanding and appreciation of this art form.

 


Join and Learn Today

The Merola Opera Program Student ConneXion Program is open to junior high, high school, and college students. ConneXion members are invited to select Merola events including master classes, workshops, and performances to receive an in-depth, first-hand look at what it takes to be an opera artist.
Participation Requirements:
  • Must be currently enrolled student with valid school ID. A copy of your student ID and/or proof of enrollment will be requested for admission.
  • Accepted students must attend a mandatory ConneXion orientation.
  • Attendance of a minimum of five (5) Merola events/performances is required to maintain membership.
 
 

Calendar

(Date, time, and venue subject to change.)  
 

Bring a Friend Master Class with Carrie-Ann Matheson


Wednesday, June 14, 7:00 PM

San Francisco Conservatory of Music Concert Hall • 50 Oak Street  
 

Merola Auditions for the General Director 


Sunday, June 25, 7:00 pm

War Memorial Opera House • Enter at the North Carriage Entrance  
 

Metamorphosis: Recovery, Renewal, and Rebirth Community Preview


Tuesday, June 27, time TBA

San Francisco Conservatory of Music Concert Hall • 50 Oak Street 

 
Warren Jones Master Class


Wednesday, June 28, 7:00 pm

San Francisco Conservatory of Music Concert Hall • 50 Oak Street  
 

The Rape of Lucretia


Friday, July 14, 7:30 pm

Herbst Theatre • 401 Van Ness Avenue, San Francisco   
 

The Rape of Lucretia


Saturday, July 15, 2:00 pm

Herbst Theatre • 401 Van Ness Avenue, San Francisco   
 

Martin Katz Master Class


Wednesday, July 19, 7:00 pm

San Francisco Conservatory of Music Concert Hall • 50 Oak Street  
 

Schwabacher Summer Concert, Community Preview


Tuesday, August 1, time TBA

San Francisco Conservatory of Music Concert Hall • 50 Oak Street 

 

Day at Merola


Friday, August 4, 11:00 am-6:00 pm

Blue Shield of California Theater at Yerba Buena Center for the Arts • 700 Howard Street  
 

Rolando Villazón Master Class


Wednesday, August 9, 7:00 pm 

San Francisco Conservatory of Music Concert Hall • 50 Oak Street  
 

Merola Grand Finale

 

Saturday, August 19, 7:00 pm

War Memorial Opera House • 301 Van Ness Avenue  
 

 

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For more information on the Student ConneXion program, contact info@merola.org.

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Each summer, approximately 23 singers, 5 pianist/coaches and 1 stage director are selected from nearly one thousand international applicants to participate in the Merola Opera Program.
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