17 FEBRUARY 2026
BUILDING A CAREER
11:00 CET / 10:00 UTC / 21:00 AEST
SOPRANO
MÉLISSA PETIT
AN ONLINE WORKSHOP WITH
French Soprano Mélissa Petit has worked her way through the Germanic operatic system and now enjoys a stellar career as an international freelance artist.
Mélissa will share her experiences from the International Opera Studio of the Hamburgische Staatsoper to the ensemble of the Zurich Opera and now as the soprano most frequently performing alongside star mezzo, Cecilia Bartoli.
DEADLINE FOR QUESTION SUBMISSIONS OR PARTICIPANT REGISTRATION:
February 14th 2026 (23:59 CET)
19 FEBRUARY 2026
MAKING AN IMPRESSION
11:00 CET / 10:00 UTC / 21:00 AEST
COUNTERTENOR
ANDREW WATTS
AN ONLINE WORKSHOP WITH
In addition to a stellar international career on stage, countertenor Andrew Watts has extensive experience as a decision-maker in both agency and competition contexts.
The current IVC General and Artistic Director will discuss the best way to make an unforgettable first impression with a selection of singers who have submitted video materials.
SINGERS SHOULD SUBMIT THE FOLLOWING MATERIALS VIA THE SLS CONTACT FORM:
CV & Headshot
Links to video recordings of 3 arias in 3 languages.(No time limit)
DEADLINE FOR VIDEO SUBMISSIONS: February 12th 2026 (23:59 CET)
ONLINE EVENTS
23 FEBRUARY 2026
BACK TO BAS(S)ICS
20:00 CET / 19:00 UTC / 14:00 EST
24 February 06:00 AEST
Two of Britains most distinguished basses will chat about the realities of life as a successful singer. Career planning, travel, family, health, rehearsal & performance practice… and everything in between.
Submit questions in advance or register to participate in the Zoom session with these
wonderful gentlemen.
DEADLINE FOR QUESTION SUBMISSIONS
OR PARTICIPANT REGISTRATION:
February 20th 2026 (23:59 CET)
JOHN TOMLINSON
BRINDLEY SHERRATTT
