About OFP

Opernfest Prague is proud to be recognized a “First-of-its-kind, industry leader” (Classical Singer Magazine) and “Revolutionary Young Artist Program” (Operawire), in young artist training.

A primary obstacle for young artists is how to professionally navigate the time after conservatory. Young artists require additional training after conservatory to develop nuanced style, technique and precision for the stage, but theaters will expect these details be secure before engaging a soloist. OFP’s curriculum provides an “industry-leading” professional training environment to bridge this gap, and equip participants with the essential tools and resources needed for international careers.

Creating an Environment to Excel

Fellows at OFP work 1:1 with our team comprised of leaders from Europe’s premier opera houses. Training is divided into three sections, focusing on the technical, stylistic and dramatic components of performance.

OFP’s training environment is supportive, collaborative and customized to address each Fellows unique professional goals.

All OFP Programming is customized towards the goals of each Fellow. The small group size, expert 1:1 training, professional recordings for prescreening, and professional development support, provide resources that extend beyond the OFP week.

Training Features

• Solo with Professional Orchestra
  Each Fellow selects a piece of their choosing to perform.

• Individual Coachings Every Day
  To provide the highest quality experience, Fellows receive at least one (usually two or three!) individual coachings daily in addition to the other training and professional development activities.

• 1:1 Instruction with team members from Europes premier opera houses.

• Daily masterclasses (working 1:1) with OFP’s exclusive team.
  Masterclasses run the entire day, concurrently with individual coachings.

• Exclusive professional development opportunities, available only to OFP Fellows.

Recording & Media Resources

• HD Photo & Video with professional orchestra for each Fellow.

• HD Video recordings with piano.

• Website Support for Fellows professional webpages.

Cultural Events and Activities

• Tickets to cultural events, concerts and activities

• Custom experiences and excursions

Solo With Orchestra

OFP’s training focuses on the Voice Fellows solo repertoire. Each Fellow selects a piece of their choosing to record with a professional czech orchestra.

Professional photographers and videographers are onsite all week, providing tangible multi-media takeaways; central to the OFP experience. All Voice Fellows receive professional HD video recordings with orchestra and piano, and professional performance images.

Participants work with the Illinois Sport and Performance Institute (ISPI). ISPI’s team offers tools and guidance to build confidence, empower strength in competition, provide strategies to navigate challenging training environments, manage distractions and optimize performance.

ISPI is a proud member of the USIOC - US Olympic Registry and regularly consult with athletes and musicians of all levels internationally.

The OFP Experience

Central of OFP’s mission is fostering a community where each Fellow feels seen, respected and encouraged in their work. All programing is customized towards each singers goals, with tangible takeaways (recordings and other professional materials), social events, cultural activities, etc. making the impact of the program extend well past the program week.

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