Valley Opera Summer Intensive

Valley Opera Summer Intensive (VOSI)

Aug 1, 2027

Aug 22, 2027

Applications for Fall 2027 are now open!

Opera Kelowna welcomes applications for our emerging artist training program, Valley Opera Summer Intensive (VOSI). Featuring a faculty of leading artists from across Canada, the program offers holistic training for emerging professional opera singers and pianists.

The VOSI program includes private voice and body mapping lessons, individual and ensemble coaching sessions, master classes, as well as group classes in acting, diction, movement, choreography, and body mapping. In 2027, we are offering classes in stage fighting, and training in stage intimacy. All VOSI voice participants will perform in Opera Kelowna’s annual, professional, mainstage production as chorus members, and/or comprimarios. Cover opportunities, as well as other role opportunities, may also be available. Additional professional development sessions may include grant writing, networking opportunities, working indie-opera contexts and project development.

Some scholarship and subsidized accommodation opportunities are available.

VOSI is incredibly jam packed with a wide variety of educational and professional development activities. I found that the value for the fees was excellent, and exceeded my expectations.

Cecilia P.

I would highly recommend this program to anyone at any stage because of the amazing faculty who hone in on what each singer needs.

Matthew G.

A huge thank you to the sponsors and the funders for this year’s VOSI program. It is a huge financial commitment for young singers to take time out of their summer to come to a new place for professional development, so thank you for your contributions that made the experience not only worth every penny, but also for keeping costs as low as possible for us. It is so, so appreciated!!

Diana R.

This program and the people who run it are truly one of a kind and I feel so fortunate to have been able to take part in a program that so seamlessly blends professional experience with in-depth training.

Emma Yee

VOSI Participant 2025

Everything felt like a breeze and easier when I was having lessons with Monica Huisman.

James Raquion

I chose to participate because it offered me numerous opportunities to work with exceptional voice teachers and faculty, as well as to perform in the mainstage production alongside professional singers.

Delaney Dam

VOSI provided not only technical coaching but also valuable insights into the industry as a whole.

Matthew Bermudez