Courses

Upcoming Virtual Course on Zoom, September 2024!

From its inception over 400 years ago, opera has introduced us to some of the most beautiful, emotional and powerful music ever written for the female and male voices. Join me from the comfort of your home as we explore the physiology of the voice and what makes the operatic voice unique and listen to some of the most beautiful voices you have ever heard in the history of opera! 

Voices in Opera: Sopranos, Mezzo Sopranos, Tenors and Baritones

This course will present and in-depth study of the female and male voices in opera with an exploration of the range, colour and the different operatic roles composed for these voices. Some of the finest audio and video recordings of operatic voices of past and present singers will also be presented. Duration: 10 weeks, September 29th to December 1st, 2024, Sundays 2:15 to 4:30 Pacific Time.

Fee: $300 (Can), $222 (U.S.)

For more information, please email: [email protected]

Course Evaluations:

“Her enthusiastic approach to detail and the broad coverage was appreciated. Her knowledge of the subject was extensive. Loved it!! Very interested in other offerings.”

“Zhila’s knowledge, passion and facilitating abilities made this course such a joy. I loved the videos and in depth explanation. Thank you!”

“Wonderful course! All courses by Zhila Kashaninia are worth attending.”

“Zhila has increased my love of opera with her well chosen examples and explanation of the different type of voices.”

“A love of music and the ability to communicate it was an additional factor in our instructor’s presentation. She is a natural teacher! I am looking forward to next year.”

“Thanks you for your knowledge and enthusiasm. It was a wonderful course.”

“This course was an absolute joy. Zhila shared her love and affection for opera and we learned so much and it helped to develop an ear for the music and the quality of voices. I don’t think it could possibly be improved. I am looking forward to future courses.”

“I enjoyed the content of this course. The musical examples were excellent, well chosen excellent performances. Zhila was always well prepared. Her knowledge and enthusiasm was a real delight.”