Atelier lyrique
28th season 2011 /2012
The Atelier lyrique de l’Opéra de Montréal has a mandate to offer professional internships that provide both training and on-stage experience for young Canadian artists who have completed their studies and intend to pursue a career in the field of opera.
For the 2011-2012 season, the program is open to nine singers and one pianist/vocal coach:
Isaiah Bell, tenor
Karine Boucher, soprano
Lucia Cesaroni, soprano
Tina Chang, pianist
Frédérique Drolet, soprano
Aidan Ferguson, mezzo-soprano
Riccardo Iannello, tenor
Philip Kalmanovitch, baritone
Emma Parkinson, mezzo-soprano
Jean-Michel Richer, baritone
The Atelier lyrique’s activities are carried out in both official languages, thus allowing members to refine their skills in English or French as a second language. Yvonne Goudreau founded the Atelier lyrique in 1984, and its director since 1990 has been Chantal Lambert. In its 28-year history, one hundred and sixty-four young Canadians have trained at the Atelier lyrique, and several of them now lead careers on national and international stages.
The Atelier lyrique benefits from the financial support of Canadian Heritage, the Conseil des arts et des lettres du Québec, and the Jacqueline Desmarais Foundation. Its associate partner is Hydro-Québec.
