Sarah Gilford takes part in the 11th Internationale Meistersinger Akademie
SARAH GILFORD COMMENCES THE IMA THIS MONTH AND will be appearing in several prestigious concerts and masterclasses
The Internationale Meistersinger Akademie (IMA) offers emerging artists an exceptional environment of excellence in the city of Neumarkt for the study of all areas of classical singing.
The program under the direction of Professor Dr. Wiens includes opera gala concerts with the Nuremberg Symphony Orchestra, a song recital recorded by the Bavarian Radio/Studio Franken, a cabaret concert led by Craig Terry (Lyric Opera of Chicago), continuous voice lessons with Professor Wiens, as well as master classes with weekly changing guest professors and much more. This year’s special guest tutor will be Brigitte Fassbaender.
There are also two auditions attended by 30 leading opera directors, casting directors, agents and organisers, which offers a unique opportunity to make contacts on site and develop career path strategies.
Sarah is one of only eighteen singers to be accepted on to this renowned program which has kick-started the careers of many acclaimed singers.
Photo credit: Helge Bauer
Concert Diary - Reitstadel, Neumarkt
20th July, 2022 - Opening Concert - Nuremberg Symphony Orchestra, Gábor Hontvári
21st July, 2022 - Opera Arias Concert - Nuremberg Symphony Orchestra, Gábor Hontvári
28th July, 2022 - Lieder Concert - Recording by BR Studio Franken
11th August, 2022 - Opera Gala
16th August, 2022 - Cabaret Concert - *Arena LGS Park, Neumarkt