The Operatic Overture Fall 2025 · IBOC Online [Application] Presented by the International Brazilian Opera InstituteInstructor: João MacDowell, Artistic Director & Resident Composer, IBOC Course Focus Skills You’ll Develop Schedule & Tuition How to Apply For questions, email contact@brazilianopera.com.Join us this fall to refine your compositional voice and bring your next operatic project to life. […]
Spotlight on Composers, Singers & Instrumentalists APPLICATION LINK We still have open slots for composers and performers who want to refine their craft by working side-by-side with emerging composers under the guidance of our virtuoso faculty. Each singer and instrumentalist receives a personalized masterclass focusing on technique, style, and real-world musicianship. Why Join? Masterclass Spotlight: […]
De 2 a 7 de junho de 2025 Cresça na Cena Contemporânea, compondo, tocando, e cantando. Inscreva-se Agora [link para formulário] Prazo: Extendido até 20 de Maio! Direção Artística e Equipe Diretor Artístico: João MacDowell Maestro: Elen Ortiz Participações Especiais: Soprano Laiana de Oliveira IBOC Ensemble (liderado pela violinista Paloma Pitaya) Realização: International Brazilian Opera […]
From June 2 to 7, 2025 [APPLICATION LINK] DEADLINE: MAY 15 Artistic Director: João MacDowellConductor: Elen OrtizFeaturing: Soprano Laiana de Oliveira IBOC Ensemble (led by Violinist Paloma Pitaya) Hosted by the International Brazilian Opera Institute (IBOC)In partnership with Casa Nobre Cultural Institute at Guarda do Embaú, Santa Catarina, Brazil Immerse Yourself in Composition Experience a […]
[LINK PARA FORMULÁRIO DE INSCRIÇÃO] Español abajo English below Português Prazo para Envio Online: 11 de abrilAnúncio por E-mail dos Convocados: 15 de abrilDatas das Audições Presenciais: 27 e 28 de abril de 2025Resultado das Audições: 30 de maio de 2025 Obras em Seleção: Por Quem os Sinos Dobram (For Whom The Bell Tolls)Composta por […]
We are thrilled to announce the premiere of a new studio demo from rising composer Blake Opper, featured in the online IBOC Opera Workshop and the IBOC New Opera Development Program under the guidance of IBOC Artistic Director and resident Composer João MacDowell. This release, featuring mezzo-soprano Rachel Deatherage, is a milestone in the development of […]
When: From 8:00 AM on June 2 to 9:00 PM on June 7, 2025 Artistic Director: João MacDowellMusic Director: Elen OrtizFeaturing: Soprano Laiana de Oliveira Paloma Pitaya Ensemble (led by Violinist Paloma Pitaya) Hosted by the International Brazilian Opera Institute (IBOC)In partnership with Casa Nobre Cultural Institute at Guarda do Embaú, Santa Catarina – Brazil […]
4ª Imersão em Composição na Guarda: A Soprano Quando: Das 8h do dia 2 de junho às 21h do dia 7 de junho de 2025 Diretor Artístico: João MacDowellDiretora Musical: Elen OrtizCom Participação de: Soprano Laiana de Oliveira Ensemble Paloma Pitaya (liderado pela 1ª violinista Paloma Pitaya) Realização do Instituto Educacional da Companhia Internacional […]
In 2024, the International Brazilian Opera Company received a request to authorize a performance of Plastic Flowers, an opera by João MacDowell. This educational production was set to take place at the Janáček Academy in Brno, Czech Republic, with the music adapted and performed in the Czech language. Plastic Flowers is an opera available for […]
We had an incredible time at our annual Composition Workshop in Guarda do Embaú, Santa Catarina, Brazil. Majestic whales appeared close to shore, offering our composers unforgettable inspiration. To crown the experience, the remarkable quartet led by Paloma Pitaya delivered captivating performances of every participating composer’s work, making this year’s workshop truly extraordinary. Experience […]
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