Julianna Smith

Uma Singh

Giada Barney

Matthew Sink

Emma Rothfield

Northwestern Bienen School of Music

Join us for an extraordinary evening of vocal artistry and education at the Joyce DiDonato Vocal Master Class, a highlight of the Tichio-Finnie Vocal Master Class Series. This event is scheduled for Monday, January 8, 2024, at 7:00pm CST, taking place in the prestigious Galvin Recital Hall.

Joyce DiDonato, a multi-Grammy Award winner and 2018 Olivier Award recipient for Outstanding Achievement in Opera, will share her unparalleled expertise and insights. Known for her captivating performances in Handel and Mozart operas, as well as her mastery of bel canto roles by Rossini and Donizetti, DiDonato's international acclaim is undisputed. During the 2023-24 season, she continues to grace the world's leading opera stages, including a return to the Metropolitan Opera.

The master class will feature performances by talented vocalists interpreting pieces from the operatic repertoire, including works by Richard Strauss, Charles Gounod, Giuseppe Verdi, Camille Saint-Saëns, and George Frideric Handel. Each performance will be followed by DiDonato's expert guidance and coaching, offering a rare glimpse into the process of refining vocal technique and interpretative skills.

Tickets are priced at $10 for the general public and $5 for students with valid ID, though availability is limited. The Galvin Recital Hall, located within the Ryan Center for the Musical Arts at 70 Arts Circle Drive, Evanston, IL, provides an intimate setting with stunning views of Lake Michigan and the Chicago skyline, ensuring an unforgettable experience.

Don't miss this opportunity to witness the art of opera from one of its most celebrated practitioners in one of the most beautiful venues in the country.