Utah District Metropolitan Opera National Council Auditions
Now accepting applications for January 7, 2012 Auditions
UTAH DISTRICT AUDITIONS
Saturday, January 7, 2012
11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Libby Gardner Concert Hall - University of Utah Campus - Salt Lake City, Utah
Judges: Carol Vaness, Operatic Soprano; Richard Buckley, Artistic Director for Austin Lyric Opera; and William Florescu, General Director of Milwaukee’s Florentine Opera Company
Official Accompanist: Carol Anderson, Principal Coach for Utah Opera and Coach for The Santa Fe Opera
ROCKY MOUNTAIN REGIONAL FINALS
Sunday, January 29, 2012
2:00 p.m.
Elie Caulkins Opera House, Denver, Colorado
NATIONAL SEMI-FINALS
Sunday, March 11, 2012
GRAND FINALS CONCERT
Sunday, March 18, 2012
The National Council Auditions Semi-Finals and Grand Finals Concert take place at The Metropolitan Opera House during the spring season. At that time, the first place winners of the fifteen Regions are brought to New York for musical preparation under the guidance of The Metropolitan Opera’s Music Staff. They then audition with piano on The Metropolitan Opera stage before members of The Met Artistic Staff at the National Semi-Finals. Those not selected as National Finalists will receive a cash award of $1,500. All National Finalists will remain in residence at The Met for another week and continue to coach with The Met’s Music Staff in preparation for the Grand Finals Concert with The MET Orchestra. During this final audition they will compete before a public audience and a distinguished panel of judges for awards in the amount of $15,000. Finalists not chosen as Winners will receive $5,000. All travel and housing for participants at the national level is paid for and arranged by The Metropolitan Opera National Council.
More information and a downloadable application can be found at The Metropolitan Opera website.
Utah District applications should be mailed to the following address and postmarked by December 7, 2011
Utah District MONC Auditions
c/o Natalie Cope
2613 Imperial Street
Salt Lake City, UT 84106
We are only able to accept the first 50 applications this year.
Questions may be directed to phone: 801-628-8034 or e-mail: moncauditions@gmail.com
http://www.metoperafamily.org/metopera/
auditions/national/application/
FAQ for Utah District Auditioners
Q. When are the auditions?
A. The 2011-12 Utah District auditions will be Saturday, January 7th. In previous years there have been preliminary and final rounds for the auditions, this year there will be only one round of auditions. District winners will be announced at the end of the audition day.
Q. Where do I send my application?
A. Utah District MONC Auditions, c/o Natalie Cope, 2613 Imperial Street, Salt Lake City, UT 84106
Q. Is there a deadline for applications?
A. Yes. 2011-12 Utah District applications should be mailed to the above address and postmarked by December 7, 2011 (Please waive the signature requirement if you send by any means other than U.S. Mail.) Please note we're only able to accept the first 50 applications this year.
Q. To whom does the application fee check need to be made payable?
A. Metropolitan Opera Utah District Auditions
Q. How do I get to Libby Gardner Concert Hall at the University of Utah?
A. It is located in the music building (David P. Gardner Hall) on the University of Utah Campus at 1395 Presidents Circle, Salt Lake City, Utah. Please visit http://www.map.utah.edu/?&xmin=427676.9&ymin=4512784.9&xmax=428546.0&ymax=4513523.1&find=3&aerial=off for maps and directions.
Q. I have friends and family that would like to see the auditions, do I need tickets?
A. No tickets are required. The Utah District Auditions remain FREE and open to the public.
Q. What time do I need to be at the auditions and where do I go?
A. You will receive an e-mail from the auditions coordinator with all the pertinent information approximately 2 weeks before the auditions.
Q. What do I wear for the District Auditions?
A. It is suggested that all contestants dress as if they were singing an audition for an opera company. (Examples would be: suits and ties or sport coats and ties for the men and dresses or pants suits for the women.)
Q. Will there be a place to warm up?
A. Yes. We will have dedicated warm-up rooms. Space is limited, please allow yourself plenty of time.
Q. Can I bring my own accompanist?
A. Yes, however, the District provides an excellent accompanist at no cost to the singer. You must let us know if you plan on bringing your own.
Q. Can I change my arias from my original list?
A. Yes, you may change your arias right up to the day of the auditions. The auditions coordinator will be in contact with you approximately one week before the auditions for your latest aria list in order to provide the most current information possible for our programs.
Q. When will the results be announced?
A. The judges will deliberate immediately following the last singer. District Winners will be announced at a reception directly following the district final auditions.
Q. Will I have an opportunity to speak with the judges about my performance?
A. Yes. After the results are announced, you will have one of the most valuable benefits of the auditions; a chance to speak with each judge one on one.
Q. How many singers advance to the Regional Auditions?
A. There is no preset number of winners. The judges will select as many or as few contestants as they deem qualified to advance.
Q. If I advance, what is the date and where are the Regional Auditions?
A. The Rocky Mountain Regional Auditions take place on January 29, 2012 at the Ellie Caulkins Opera House in Denver, Colorado.
Q. How do I receive information about the auditions?
A. Contact Natalie Cope, Auditions Coordinator, at (801) 628-8034 or email: moncauditions@gmail.com
Q. How do I receive information about other events sponsored by the Utah District MONC?
A. Contact Julie McBeth at (801) 910-2457 or email:julie.mcbeth@mail.com
Please be sure to carefully read the METROPOLITAN OPERA NATIONAL COUNCIL AUDITIONS 2011-12 GOVERNING REGULATIONS (page one of the application available at http://www.metoperafamily.org/metopera/auditions/national/application/ )
