Welcome!
How to join us:
Now that things are now returning to a situation that is compatible with working together, we’ll be offering BOTH readings AND role-coaching packages with the possibility of adding a reading later, and also smaller ensemble work, both in-person and/or virtually.
If you are new to SingThrough Central, contact us here OR by sending an email to singthrough@gmail.com with your desired role(s) /OPERA in the Subject Line. Please attach your materials as well. A get-acquainted audition may be requested if you’re new to STC or if you’ve changed fach or repertoire since the last time we crossed paths.
Fees and Preparation Information
(These guidelines are subject to updates as necessary.)
Whether you wish to review a role you have sung before or prepare a new one, there is an option for you!
Here are the basic guidelines for participation; please read them thoroughly!!!
STC requires advance payment to reserve your role study UPON receipt of the Official Offer for a role study package. When we are able to schedule a reading, generally, there will be some time between your initial work to the reading date. The sometimes short lead time is a natural result of the complexity of schedules we often find here in New York.
PLEASE inquire about the BASIC role study/reading/coaching fees
There may be some scholarship aid available.
If recits are a crucial element of the opera, group recitative sessions (virtual) may be offered for an additional fee; between 1-3 hours and scheduled separately. If an eventual reading becomes possible, the fee will be $60 per singer. Learning a role and being asked to cover will of course be treated the same way.
If your musicianship/role prep skills are high, then 3 hours may suffice for an important protagonist or title role. However, if not, or the role is really dense and demanding (recitative-heavy or bel canto style) it is suggested that you consider budgeting for more than the time included.
Alternately, when doing a short role or reviewing a role done before, one and a half to two hours of individual coaching may suffice. This option is subject to review by the Director of SingThrough Central in consultation with the singer.
Payment may be made by check, cash, or through an electronic payment provider: Zelle may be possible, or Paypal (with no fees).
Your coachings should be scheduled in a timely way so that you can learn well and steadily instead of at the last minute.
Covers are also sought for these readings. Covers must be available on the reading date, have their role learned through coachings and attendance at the recit sessions if applicable, and are invited to attend the reading without cost when and if…... and IF a cover does ultimately go on, the reading fee may be paid at that time,