Barbara Haveman is a Dutch soprano internationally acclaimed for her lyrical-dramatic operatic roles at renowned houses such as La Scala and the Vienna State Opera. With a broad repertoire ranging from Verdi to Wagner, she now shares her artistic insight and stage experience in this exclusive masterclass.

Federico Santi is an Italian conductor and Associate Conductor of Opéra Grand Avignon, with over 50 operas in his repertoire. He has conducted internationally at leading opera houses including the Mariinsky Theatre. He is also a professor of orchestral conducting at LUCA Lemmens Institute and Conservatorium Maastricht.

This masterclass focuses on the key elements of operatic performance: vocal technique, interpretation, and stage presence.
Participants will explore how to connect technique with phrasing, text expression, musical style, and emotional communication.

Everyone is encouraged to share their questions and expectations in advance or during the session.

Learning takes place both by doing and by observing, so all are warmly welcome,  whether as active or passive participants.

Friday 13 November

10:00 – 13:00 

Repertoire coaching with pianist for all six active participants, working on their selected repertoire.

14:00 – 17:00

Each active participant has half an hour of one-on-one technical coaching. (NOT OPEN FOR PUBLIC)

Saturday 14 November

10:00 - 13:00 & 14:00- 17:00

Repertoire coaching with pianist for all six active participants, working on their selected repertoire.

Sunday 15 November

12:00 -15:00

Repertoire coaching with pianist for all six active participants, working on their selected repertoire.

17:00

Concluding presentation in the form of a concert.

Address: Rijksweg 10, 6227 SV Maastricht

Coffee and tea will be available during all the breaks. Please bring your own lunch.

Active participants: €180 for the three days

Passive participants: free of charge

For any questions or demands please email: barbarahaveman@yahoo.fr