Santa Fe Opera Apprentice Program

The Santa Fe Opera’s Apprentice Program for Singers is internationally recognized as one of the finest training programs of its kind. Each year, approximately 44 Apprentice Singers are chosen from a competitive applicant pool. Those who are selected will be active members of our seasonal chorus, sing featured and supporting roles in one of the five main stage operas, and star in Apprentice Scenes and an Apprentice Concert with the Santa Fe Opera Orchestra. Apprentice Singers also receive vocal coachings and master classes with world-class artists and participate in our two-day industry auditions for domestic and international opera companies and artist managers.

The Santa Fe Opera Apprentice Singer Program is a professional training program for singers who have recently completed or are completing a formal program of vocal study.

2026 Season Program Dates:

June 1, 2026 – August 29, 2026

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Application deadline: Aug 23, 2025.