Applications for the 2025 course are now open!
To apply, please click the link below to be redirected to our application form.
The GSA application fee is 35 Euros. If you are unable to afford this application fee, you may request a fee waiver by writing to us at : rbiondi@gsaccademia.org
Age Requirements : Applicants should be 30 years old or younger on the first day of the course.
Pre-Screening Requirements: The first round of the application process is a pre-screening round. With your application you must upload two videos of you playing and singing two contrasting excerpts from the operatic repertoire. Each excerpt should be no longer than 5 minutes.
Note: Both excerpts must include three or more characters (For example: Mozart, Le nozze di Figaro, Act II Finale; or Puccini, La Bohème, Act 1 opening etc.).
You will also be asked to provide contact information for two recommenders who will be asked to complete a questionnaire about you. These two individuals should professionals in the opera/classical music industry (ie. conductors, voice teachers, coaches, pianists, intendants, agents/managers, etc) and should be able to speak to your musical ability, potential, sightreading ability, and professionalism.
Round Two (Live): Selected applicants will be offered a live audition in London, England in January, 2025. Any invited applicant that is unable to travel to London at this time will be offered an opportunity to complete the second round audition online.