Join us for an exciting Opera Memphis Masterclass at The Stax Music Academy Monday, November 13, 5:30 – 6:30. This masterclass promises to be a dynamic and educational experience, featuring two exceptional special guests from Opera Memphis, Shelbi Sellers and Kathryn Elliot, who will teach participants body awareness and choral technique. This event is FREE and open to all 6th-12th grade students.
Overall Goal for the Event:
The primary aim of this workshop is to enhance participants’ body awareness and choral technique.
Specific Objectives for the Event:
- Explore body flow, body staking, and posture breath.
- Develop choral balance and blend.
- Hone vocal technique, including breathing, resonance, vowel placement, and expression.
Topic(s) for Session:
The session will focus on “Body Awareness and Choral Technique.”
Special Guests/Teaching Artists:
We are thrilled to have two accomplished individuals leading this masterclass:
Kathryn Elliott, Director of Education at Opera Memphis
Kathryn Elliott is a highly experienced educator, holding degrees from Western Kentucky University and Virginia Commonwealth University. With over a decade of experience directing choirs in secondary choral music classrooms, she brings a wealth of knowledge to the workshop.
Shelbi Sellers, Director of Partnerships at Opera Memphis
Shelbi Sellers is a versatile artist with a background in singing, acting, dancing, and choreography. She studied at the University of Memphis and has worked with renowned companies like Playhouse on the Square, Theatre Memphis, and Desoto Family Theatre. Her expertise will add a unique dimension to this masterclass.
About Opera Memphis:
Opera Memphis is a longstanding institution committed to entertaining and inspiring the people of Memphis and the Mid-South through the art of opera. Their vision is to be a model of artistic integrity, musical excellence, and community involvement. They respect the music, the story, the artists, and the audience.
Since its founding in 1956, Opera Memphis has weathered numerous challenges, from economic downturns to a global pandemic, but they have continued to bring the power of music to their community. Their unwavering dedication to their mission makes this masterclass an event not to be missed.
Don’t miss this unique opportunity to learn from Opera Memphis’s new Director of Education and Director of Partnerships, Kathryn Elliott and Shelbi Sellers. Come and discover the transformative potential of music and opera in an engaging and informative session. Whether you’re an aspiring singer or simply passionate about the art of music, this masterclass will enrich your understanding and skills. Opera Memphis will be here to raise their voices for you and the entire community. Join us in embracing the world of opera and the magic it brings to our lives.