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.

Véronique Tollet, piano

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 21 August

10:00 – 13:00 & 14:00 – 17:00

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

Saturday 22 August

10.00 - 13.00

Each active participant has half an hour of one-on-one technical coaching.

14.00- 17.00

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

Sunday 23 August

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: €170 for the three days

Passive participants: free of charge

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