University of Oregon Masterclass

Sat May 27, 2023
7:45 pm PDT
Salon 11
Classical/Opera
High School
Undergraduate
Young Artist/Emerging Pro

Presenter

Karen Esquivel andĀ Gustavo Castro
Dr. Karen Esquivel, contralto and pianist/coach Dr. Gustavo Castro have performed extensively as a duo both nationally and internationally. Esquivel has performed as a soloist in oratorio and opera and as a stage director. Castro has worked in more than 60 operatic productions in Costa Rica and the U.S.. Esquivel obtained her MM and DMA from Florida State University and Castro completed degrees from Costa Rica, Florida, France and Texas. They work together at the University of Oregon, where Esquivel serves on the Voice Faculty and as Director of Opera and Castro works as Vocal Coach and Opera Musical Director.