Master Class

During the 2026–2027 academic year, masterclasses will be organized—conducted by Academy faculty and guest instructors—according to a schedule to be announced by December 10, 2026. Applications for one or more masterclasses may be submitted from that date until the deadline of January 7, 2027. Admission will be determined online based on three video-recorded arias—produced within the last six months—which the candidate must submit as attachments to the application form. The pieces must be by different composers and performed in the original language; at least one piece must be in Italian. For each aria, the title, the names of the performing singer and pianist, and the recording date must be specified.

The selection committee, chaired by the Artistic Director and composed of Academy faculty, will evaluate the submitted recordings and—making a final, binding decision—assess the candidates’ suitability, drawing up a list of those admitted to the masterclasses and a ranking of qualified candidates.

Age limit

40 years

Dates

The dates will be finalized by December 10, 2026

Application deadline

January 7, 2027

Requirements

Candidates must demonstrate adequate musical and vocal training, acquired at conservatories, universities, or through private instruction (in the latter case, proof of studies and the level achieved must be provided). Adequate knowledge of the Italian language is required.

Application and Required Documents

Applications must be sent to the Accademia d’Arte Lirica secretariat at the email address info@accademialiricaosimo.it, accompanied by:

• a completed and signed application form;

• an audio-visual recording of three arias (by different composers, with at least one in Italian);

• proof of payment of the admission exam fee;

• a photocopy of a passport or identity card;

• 4 passport-sized photographs;

• a *Curriculum vitae et studiorum* (listing the institution, location, and teachers for each course of study undertaken);

• a singing diploma or equivalent qualification, or a statement from one or more singing teachers.

Non-EU Students

Students from countries outside the European Economic Community require a study visa. Once admitted, they are required to report to the Police Headquarters (Questura)—specifically the Foreigners’ Office—within 8 days of entering Italy to obtain the mandatory residence permit.