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Choral Singers

World-class training and performances

Varna International Music Academy (VIMA) offers rich and versatile choral ensemble training, led by Maestro Gregory Buchalter from the Metropolitan Opera and our Choir Master. Join musicians from across the globe in the beautiful region of Northern Italy to sing in prestigious performances and receive world-class training under the tutelage of VIMA’s internationally renowned faculty.

NOTE: Choral singers are encouraged to apply for featured and supporting roles in VIMA’s fully staged operas or musical theater productions. To be considered for a featured or supporting role, please submit a video audition and resumé along with your application form. Otherwise, only an application & resumé is required.


Option 1: Bulgaria


Dates & Tuition Information:

DATES: JULY 7 – 13, 2025
(ARRIVE ON JULY 6, DEPART ON JULY 14)
TUITION AND LODGING PACKAGE: $1918
  • TUITION: $990 PER WEEK (TOTAL TUITION: $1130)
  • LODGING: $690 PER WEEK (TOTAL LODGING: $788)
**EARLY BIRD SPECIAL: $1635 TOTAL PACKAGE**

What's Included:
  • Perform in the Festival Chorus of Petite messe solennelle under the baton of Maestro Gregory Buchalter from the Metropolitan Opera
  • One 45-minute voice lesson per week taught by Metropolitan Opera singers
  • Daily ensemble rehearsals with the Choir Master
  • Vocal masterclass with expert voice faculty
  • Masterclasses in choreography, stage techniques, stage combat (if applicable)
  • Italian diction classes
  • Lodging in 3 and/ or 4-star hotels, with breakfasts provided
  • Ground transportation (excluding airport transfers)

Application & Audition Requirements:

Applicants for the Choral Singer Program must submit the following:

  • Application
  • Resumé (only if applying for a role)
  • Headshot (only if applying for a role)
  • Video recording (only if applying for a role)


Option 2: Bulgaria and Italy


Dates & Tuition Information:

DATES: JULY 7 – 31, 2025
(ARRIVE ON JULY 6, DEPART ON AUGUST 1)
TUITION AND LODGING PACKAGE: $6235
  • TUITION: $990 PER WEEK (TOTAL TUITION: $3675)
  • LODGING: $690 PER WEEK (TOTAL LODGING: $2560)
**EARLY BIRD SPECIAL: $5315 TOTAL PACKAGE**

What's Included:
  • Perform in the Festival Chorus of Petite messe solenelle by Gioachino Rossini under the baton of Maestro Gregory Buchalter from the Metropolitan Opera
  • Perform in the Festival Chorus of Suor Angelica and Gianni Schicchi under the baton of Maestro Gregory Buchalter from the Metropolitan Opera
  • Perform in the Festival Chorus of A Grand Night for Singing under the baton of Maestro Gregory Buchalter from the Metropolitan Opera
  • One 45-minute voice lesson per week taught by Metropolitan Opera singers
  • Daily ensemble rehearsals with the Choir Master
  • Vocal masterclass with expert voice faculty
  • Masterclasses in choreography, stage techniques, stage combat (if applicable)
  • Italian diction classes
  • Lodging in 3 and/ or 4-star hotels, with breakfasts provided
  • Ground transportation (excluding airport transfers)

Application & Audition Requirements:

Applicants for the Choral Singer Program must submit the following:

  • Application
  • Resumé (only if applying for a role)
  • Headshot (only if applying for a role)
  • Video recording (only if applying for a role)


Optional Add-Ons & Exclusions:

Tips & Gratuities:
An additional $10 per day will be added to your tuition price to cover all tips & gratuities on provided services & personnel.

Single Occupancy:
An additional $490 per week ($70 per day) will be added to your tuition price for single occupancy lodging.

Air Travel:
Participants are responsible for arranging all air travel. This includes international flights to and from VIMA as well as the domestic flight from Bulgaria to Italy during the program. Varna International is available to assist participants with making travel arrangements, upon request.