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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 essential stagecraft. Regular workshops and vocal sessions emphasize pronunciation, artistic expression, and compelling performance delivery. Distinguished guest artists frequently conduct specialized master classes. Annually, the program produces multiple performances, typically including two complete operatic productions and two costume-presented scene programs. These productions vary in musical accompaniment, rotating between full orchestral, chamber group, and piano collaborations. The selection of works is determined based on the current year's vocal talent.