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2025 Queens Summer Vocal Institute
NOW IN OUR 18TH SEASON
Dr. Sherry Overholt, Executive & Artistic Director & Voice Teacher
Jennifer Grimaldi Toohey, Program Coordinator & Voice Teacher
TWO TIERS
Opera Division (7/25-8/10)
High School Division (7/31-8/10)
Aaron Copland School of Music
Queens College - Flushing, NY
The QSVI experience provides each young artist with a strong foundation of essential tools to excel in the competitive world of vocal performance. Led by acclaimed regional and international professionals, this intensive summer program is sure to train, motivate, and inspire each young singer! On-campus housing is available!
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OUR HIGH SCHOOL DIVISION
This unique 10 day workshop intensive program includes: Individual voice lessons, coachings, vocal repertoire classes (Classical and Musical Theater repertoire), English, Italian, French & German diction instruction
Master Classes from well-known experts in all areas of singing in Audition preparation, College Preparation skills, Artist Management, & more
Our High school Division workshop culminates in a gala performance on the final day including songs, arias, and Opera choruses!
OPERA DIVISION
Is an 14 day training program for college students and those post-college students looking for an intensive training program to gain further experience in their craft. Singers will be cast in our staged & costumed productions of Puccini’s Suor Angelica & Gianni Schicchi (sung in Italian) & Menotti’s The Medium and The Thief and other assigned operatic scenes from the standard operatic literature.
Singers will also receive Voice lessons, coachings, participate in masterclasses and sing for Management. This small select group of singers will quickly elevate their ability to perform operatically and connect with seasoned professionals while receiving individual and group attention.
TUITION
Opera Division: $1850
HS Division: $1650
Campus housing is available for individuals 18 and older at $90 per night. Rooms are single-occupancy, fully furnished, and dorm-style. Financial assistance and scholarships may be available. Please reach out for more details if interested.
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