Opera Naples is an integral part of the community, bringing internationally renowned performers and directors to Southwest Florida, while also encouraging and supporting talented local and regional performers. The opera company produces several works per season in a variety of styles, including Classic Grand Opera, American Opera, contemporary or lesser-known works, and Operetta.
I am honored to be engaged as the 2024 Resident Artist Coach for Opera Naples. I will be heading down to Florida in mid-January for two months to coach the young artist program and serve as the principal rehearsal pianist for the company's production of Puccini's masterpiece Madama Butterfly with musical direction by maestro Ramón Tebar. I will also assist rehearsals as needed for their production of Gilbert and Sullivan's Iolanthe. Additionally, I will program and perform concerts throughout the region with the resident artists that I will coach.