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The Yale School of Music's opera program provides intensive professional preparation through hands-on training in opera performance. Alongside individual vocal instruction and coaching in opera and art song repertoire, participants engage in language studies, stylistic interpretation, theatrical techniques, physical expression, and fundamental stagecraft. Regular workshops and vocal sessions emphasize proper pronunciation, artistic expression, and compelling performance delivery. Distinguished guest artists frequently conduct specialized master classes. Annually, the program mounts multiple performances, typically including two complete operatic productions and two evenings of costumed scene work. These presentations rotate between orchestral, chamber, and piano-accompanied formats. The selection of works occurs after finalizing each year's vocal ensemble.