We are delighted to see the return of world renowned soprano Madelyn Renée who will be flying in from Milano to join us as guest tutor. As an acclaimed interpreter of Italian opera repertoire, Madelyn’s focus will be on the nuances and beauty of the Italian language in singing.

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Along with an intense three days of coaching, culminating in a public performance on Sunday evening, there will also be sight-seeing in the beautiful old town of Mola di Bari as well delicious Italian food and drink.

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Location: The course will take place in the beautiful Palazzo Pesce, a fascinating example of a typical eighteenth-century urban villa in Puglia, located in the town of Mola di Bari, which overlooks the sea on the Adriatic coast. The residence is only twenty minutes from Bari airport and one hour from Brindisi.

In 1810, the Palazzo was already owned by the Pesce family, who are responsible for the elegant rooms and the stunning frescoes, as well as the design of the garden, a cool oasis framed by the white calcareous tufa stone. The inner courtyard features many plants, flowers and exotic and citrus fruit trees.

The entire palazzo is open for us to explore.

The Etruscan Room is the main hall of the Palazzo Pesce, with its precious semi-grand piano, frescoed walls and completely restored sofas. This is where we will hold our masterclasses. This precious salon, in the heart of Puglia, has welcomed numerous successful events, with musical guests from all over the world.

Also at our disposal, the Sala Pompeii, a frescoed living room overlooking the immense gardens of Palazzo Pesce, making it particularly luminous. Here is where we will be teaching and gathering for group lessons, such as movement, warm-up and improv.

The villa is not only the perfect venue for our workshop, but it is also a place to be inspired - an oasis for soaking in the beauty and culture of Italy in an authentic 18th century palazzo.