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Each year, Seagle Music Colony selects thirty-two of the finest young singers from across the country and around the world to participate in its program.  Young artists are chosen through a rigorous application and audition process.  Both live auditions and recorded auditions are considered in the selection process.  Selected young artists are in residence each summer from mid-June to mid-August (2010 dates: June 14-August 15).

Artists participate in six fully staged productions every season along with recitals, concerts, diction and acting classes, and vespers - sacred music concerts. Twice weekly, artists receive private voice lessons. Artists also receive private coaching sessions. A major portion of class time each year is devoted to audition techniques and career planning.  Masterclasses by visiting professional artists, artists' managers and professional company arts administrators are regularly scheduled throughout the summer.  Classes and sessions in other theatrical aspects of the performance of opera and musical theatre, including sets and costumes, make-up and haristyling are also given.

How to Apply
Applications are accepted beginning in mid-fall and the application deadline is set at Feb. 15 for the following summer season.  Application may be made via mail or online. (see links at top left) 

Application Requirements
- Completed Application Form (online or by mail)
- Scholarship Application Form (if applying for scholarship)
- $35 Application Fee
- Audition OR DVD/CD containing two contrasting pieces (arias or songs), one preferably in English.  Recorded auditions do not need to be professionally recorded and will NOT be returned.  Video DVD's are preferred.
- Headshot and full-length photo.  Snap shots are acceptable for full-length photo.
- Performance resume detailing opera and musical theatre experience.
- A short (75 words or less) biography for program inclusion.

2010 Live Audition Dates:

Live auditions are encouraged, but NOT required.

New York City - Monday, Nov. 30, 2009
Fort Worth, TX - Friday, Dec. 11, 2009
Boston, MA - Sunday, Jan. 24, 2010
Ann Arbor, MI - Tuesday, Jan. 26, 2010
Lawrence, KS - Thursday, Jan. 28, 2010
Deland, FL - Saturday, Jan. 30, 2010

To request a live audition, please submit your completed application via mail or online and follow the instructions therein.  Once your application has been submitted, you will be contacted via email or phone to schedule your audition.  Audition slots are limited and filled on a first-come first-serve basis.  An accompanist will be provided in all the locations above, or you may bring your own.

Casting
All roles - including principal, featured and supporting, as well as chorus - are pre-cast from the ensemble of young artists attending the Seagle Music Colony. All artists will receive at least one featured role during the season.

Faculty/Staff
Seagle Music Colony is managed by General Director, Tony Kostecki and Artistic Director, Darren K. Woods.  A professional faculty of voice teachers, pianist/coaches, stage directors and theatre technicians bring their years of experience to our young artists each season. Please click HERE to learn more about our professional artistic faculty.

Costs
Seagle Music Colony is a tuition-based program.  There is a $35 application fee.  Tuition costs for one season are $3,950.  This cost covers lodging and meals for the entire season as well as all other costs.  Transportation to Schroon Lake is not included.  Scholarships are given to most young artists based on the needs of the artist and the production needs of the program. CLICK HERE for our full payment and cancellation policies.