MUSC 159AOpera Workshop
A workshop for singers, accompanists, and directors, the course develops a wide variety of skills related to opera through scenework. Attention will be given to movement, acting, coaching, and operatic stage-directing technique. Instruction culminates in studio productions of scenes from operas and musicals. Admission by permission of vocal instructor, or by audition with instructor prior to first class meeting.
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When it runs
Winter 2027Open Winter 2027
| Section | Type | When | Where | Instructor | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Studio | Asynchronous | — | Staff | Open 0/25 |
| 02 | Studio | Asynchronous | — | Staff | Open 0/25 |
Fall 2026Open Fall 2026
| Section | Type | When | Where | Instructor | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Studio | Tue Thu 4:15pm–7:15pm | Music Center 131 | S. K. Willey | Open 0/25 |
Winter 2026Open Winter 2026
| Section | Type | When | Where | Instructor | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Studio | Tue Thu 4:15pm–7:15pm | Music Center 131 | S. K. Willey | Open 16/25 |
| 02 | Studio | Wed 6:00pm–9:00pm | Music Center 130 | L. L. Shepherd | Open 19/25 |
Fall 2025Open Fall 2025
| Section | Type | When | Where | Instructor | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Studio | Tue Thu 4:15pm–7:15pm | Music Center 131 | S. K. Willey | Open 13/25 |
Who teaches it
| Instructor | Rating | Difficulty | Would take again | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Robert Shepherd | 3.5 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 0% | 84 |
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