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Amelia Island Opera Announces First Production of Season Six (2026–2027) & Celebrates National Opera Trustee Recognition Award Recipient Robyn Marie Lamp

Season 6
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Rising stars. 🌟 Join us Saturday, June 6th at 11 AM for the Amelia Island Opera Youth performance and celebrate the talent, dedication, and artistry of these amazing young performers. FREE to attend. We can’t wait to share this special afternoon with you! 🎵

Rising stars. 🌟 Join us Saturday, June 6th at 11 AM for the Amelia Island Opera Youth performance and celebrate the talent, dedication, and artistry of these amazing young performers. FREE to attend. We can’t wait to share this special afternoon with you! 🎵

TONIGHT!!! Our double bill of Bernstein’s Trouble in Tahiti and Rossini’s Il Signor Bruschino is tonight at the Amelia Plantation Chapel at 7 PM! The cast, orchestra and production team are STELLAR!! See you there! 😉 #opera 📸: Lea Gallardo
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Costumes designed by Glenn Avery Breed, Provided by Wardrobe Witchery

TONIGHT!!! Our double bill of Bernstein’s Trouble in Tahiti and Rossini’s Il Signor Bruschino is tonight at the Amelia Plantation Chapel at 7 PM! The cast, orchestra and production team are STELLAR!! See you there! 😉 #opera 📸: Lea Gallardo
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Costumes designed by Glenn Avery Breed, Provided by Wardrobe Witchery

Amelia Island Opera’s Operatic Double Bill comes to the Amelia Plantation Chapel on May 22 at 7 PM, featuring Leonard Bernstein’s Trouble in Tahiti and Rossini’s Il Signor Bruschino. This fun and accessible evening blends world-class opera and musical theater right here on Amelia Island, with sharp comedy, lively music, heartfelt storytelling, and a star-studded cast of acclaimed performers. Tickets available at ameliaislandopera.org. https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?ticketing=ameop

Amelia Island Opera’s Operatic Double Bill comes to the Amelia Plantation Chapel on May 22 at 7 PM, featuring Leonard Bernstein’s Trouble in Tahiti and Rossini’s Il Signor Bruschino. This fun and accessible evening blends world-class opera and musical theater right here on Amelia Island, with sharp comedy, lively music, heartfelt storytelling, and a star-studded cast of acclaimed performers. Tickets available at ameliaislandopera.org. https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?ticketing=ameop

🎭 CAST ANNOUNCEMENT 🎭
Amelia Island Opera proudly announces the cast of Trouble in Tahiti (Bernstein)
& Il Signor Bruschino (Rossini)

📍 May 22 | Amelia Plantation Chapel
Where razor-sharp satire meets sparkling comedy—this double bill brings together a cast of dynamic artists for an evening that is as stylish as it is musically electric. ⚡️

Trouble in Tahiti 🏝️
Sam — André Chiang
Dinah — Victoria Isernia
Trio — Brooklyn Snow · Dylan Elza · Matthew Greenblatt

Il Signor Bruschino 📣
Sofia — Brooklyn Snow
Florville — Fran Daniel Laucerica
Gaudenzio — Sean C Stork
Bruschino Sr. — John Tibbetts
Bruschino Jr. — Matthew Greenblatt
Filiberto — André Chiang
Marianna — Olivia Yokers
Police Commissioner — Dylan Elza

An extraordinary ensemble with twenty-piece orchestra. Make this our 6th sold-out show in a row. 🎟️ Tickets available now

#Bernstein #Rossini #sopranos #baritone

🎭 CAST ANNOUNCEMENT 🎭
Amelia Island Opera proudly announces the cast of Trouble in Tahiti (Bernstein)
& Il Signor Bruschino (Rossini)

📍 May 22 | Amelia Plantation Chapel
Where razor-sharp satire meets sparkling comedy—this double bill brings together a cast of dynamic artists for an evening that is as stylish as it is musically electric. ⚡️

Trouble in Tahiti 🏝️
Sam — André Chiang
Dinah — Victoria Isernia
Trio — Brooklyn Snow · Dylan Elza · Matthew Greenblatt

Il Signor Bruschino 📣
Sofia — Brooklyn Snow
Florville — Fran Daniel Laucerica
Gaudenzio — Sean C Stork
Bruschino Sr. — John Tibbetts
Bruschino Jr. — Matthew Greenblatt
Filiberto — André Chiang
Marianna — Olivia Yokers
Police Commissioner — Dylan Elza

An extraordinary ensemble with twenty-piece orchestra. Make this our 6th sold-out show in a row. 🎟️ Tickets available now

#Bernstein #Rossini #sopranos #baritone

A huge THANK YOU to everyone who joined Marilyn, Judy, Marlene, Doris and us (😉) for this weekend’s concerts! We are so grateful for your support! See you at the next one! ♥️🎬🎶.
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📸: Lea Gallardo

A huge THANK YOU to everyone who joined Marilyn, Judy, Marlene, Doris and us (😉) for this weekend’s concerts! We are so grateful for your support! See you at the next one! ♥️🎬🎶.
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📸: Lea Gallardo

We are officially SOLD OUT! 🎶✨
We are so grateful for the incredible support—this weekend’s concert with Amelia Island Opera is officially full! 💛
It is sure to be an unforgettable evening featuring Executive Director & Soprano Victoria Isernia alongside acclaimed Pianist & Conductor Arthur Bosarge. It’s going to be a FUN evening!
If you’ll be joining us, we can’t wait to share this with you… see you this weekend! 🎭✨

We are officially SOLD OUT! 🎶✨
We are so grateful for the incredible support—this weekend’s concert with Amelia Island Opera is officially full! 💛
It is sure to be an unforgettable evening featuring Executive Director & Soprano Victoria Isernia alongside acclaimed Pianist & Conductor Arthur Bosarge. It’s going to be a FUN evening!
If you’ll be joining us, we can’t wait to share this with you… see you this weekend! 🎭✨

UP NEXT: “Divas of Old Hollywood” 🎬🍿— Join AIO Executive Director, Victoria Isernia, and the FABULOUS Arthur Bosarge for a glamorous celebration of golden-age style and song at Story & Song Center for Arts & Culture. Only 15 tickets left total!
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April 18th at 5 PM & April 19th at 3 PM
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Prepare to bop along to the songs of Marlene Dietrich, Doris Day, Judy Garland, Marilyn Monroe and more! You may even get to meet a few of them! 😉 Tickets available on the Amelia Island Opera Website! 🎟✨Step into the spotlight before it’s gone... 🎶💃

UP NEXT: “Divas of Old Hollywood” 🎬🍿— Join AIO Executive Director, Victoria Isernia, and the FABULOUS Arthur Bosarge for a glamorous celebration of golden-age style and song at Story & Song Center for Arts & Culture. Only 15 tickets left total!
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April 18th at 5 PM & April 19th at 3 PM
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Prepare to bop along to the songs of Marlene Dietrich, Doris Day, Judy Garland, Marilyn Monroe and more! You may even get to meet a few of them! 😉 Tickets available on the Amelia Island Opera Website! 🎟✨Step into the spotlight before it’s gone... 🎶💃

Opera has been declared “dead” for over 100 years, yet audiences keep showing up! Come see for yourself.

🎟 Tickets are now on sale for our May 22 production featuring
Trouble in Tahiti and Il Signor Bruschino.

✨ We also have upcoming concerts on April 19 & 20 featuring soprano Victoria Isernia.

🎭 Our children’s opera camp has officially launched — and kids are already signing up!

And stay tuned… our vocal competition returns this fall.

Opera is alive on Amelia Island 🏝️
#opera #operaisalive #timotheechalamet

Opera has been declared “dead” for over 100 years, yet audiences keep showing up! Come see for yourself.

🎟 Tickets are now on sale for our May 22 production featuring
Trouble in Tahiti and Il Signor Bruschino.

✨ We also have upcoming concerts on April 19 & 20 featuring soprano Victoria Isernia.

🎭 Our children’s opera camp has officially launched — and kids are already signing up!

And stay tuned… our vocal competition returns this fall.

Opera is alive on Amelia Island 🏝️
#opera #operaisalive #timotheechalamet

🎭 Amelia Island Opera’s SingingActor Youth Workshop 📅 June 1–6, 2026 📍 First Presbyterian Church 9 N. 6th St., Fernandina Beach, FL 32034
We’re excited to present the second installment of our SingingActor Youth Workshop for performers ages 10–15!
🗓 Classes/Rehearsals: June 1–5 | 10 AM–1 PM 🎤 Final Performance: June 6 | 11 AM
This immersive week includes: ✨ Voice lessons with Soprano McKenna Slack 🎭 Acting & Dramatic Coaching with John Tibbetts & Victoria Isernia 🎶 Audition preparation 🎤 Monologue preparation 🎼 Mastering the 32-bar cut 🎵 Music theory training 🎶 Group singing
Participants must come with 1–2 Musical Theater or Classical pieces fully prepared and memorized before classes begin.
⚠️ Students must attend all classes/rehearsals and the final performance to participate.
💥 The workshop is FREE to attend. 👥 Limited to 15 performers to ensure individualized attention. ⏳ Deadline to apply: May 25, 2026 (or when the class fills — first come, first served).
Spots will go quickly — register early at ameliaislandopera.org

🎭 Amelia Island Opera’s SingingActor Youth Workshop 📅 June 1–6, 2026 📍 First Presbyterian Church 9 N. 6th St., Fernandina Beach, FL 32034
We’re excited to present the second installment of our SingingActor Youth Workshop for performers ages 10–15!
🗓 Classes/Rehearsals: June 1–5 | 10 AM–1 PM 🎤 Final Performance: June 6 | 11 AM
This immersive week includes: ✨ Voice lessons with Soprano McKenna Slack 🎭 Acting & Dramatic Coaching with John Tibbetts & Victoria Isernia 🎶 Audition preparation 🎤 Monologue preparation 🎼 Mastering the 32-bar cut 🎵 Music theory training 🎶 Group singing
Participants must come with 1–2 Musical Theater or Classical pieces fully prepared and memorized before classes begin.
⚠️ Students must attend all classes/rehearsals and the final performance to participate.
💥 The workshop is FREE to attend. 👥 Limited to 15 performers to ensure individualized attention. ⏳ Deadline to apply: May 25, 2026 (or when the class fills — first come, first served).
Spots will go quickly — register early at ameliaislandopera.org

We’re thrilled to be collaborating on a SOLD OUT concert with the wonderful Amelia Island Singers and Amelia Plantation Chapel to bring the sensational VOCES8 to beautiful Amelia Island! ✨🎶
VOCES8 is an internationally acclaimed British vocal ensemble known for their stunning blend, versatility, and inspiring performances. Touring globally, they perform everything from Renaissance polyphony to contemporary arrangements, captivating audiences with their precision, warmth, and signature sound.
What a joy to make music together and share an unforgettable evening of harmony! 🎼💛 #SoldOut #VOCES8 #AmeliaIsland #LiveMusic

We’re thrilled to be collaborating on a SOLD OUT concert with the wonderful Amelia Island Singers and Amelia Plantation Chapel to bring the sensational VOCES8 to beautiful Amelia Island! ✨🎶
VOCES8 is an internationally acclaimed British vocal ensemble known for their stunning blend, versatility, and inspiring performances. Touring globally, they perform everything from Renaissance polyphony to contemporary arrangements, captivating audiences with their precision, warmth, and signature sound.
What a joy to make music together and share an unforgettable evening of harmony! 🎼💛 #SoldOut #VOCES8 #AmeliaIsland #LiveMusic

✨ SOLD OUT WEEKEND! ✨☎️🎭

We are so grateful to have the incredible Lea Gallardo Photography capturing our SOLD OUT performances of Menotti’s The Telephone and Gabriel Kahane’s Craigslistlieder!

Lea has an extraordinary eye for storytelling, and her photos beautifully preserve the energy, humor, and intimacy of this double bill. 📸💛 @lea.gallardo @storyandsongbb @dylanelza @kyaunneerichardson @victoriaisernia @operajohn

✨ SOLD OUT WEEKEND! ✨☎️🎭

We are so grateful to have the incredible Lea Gallardo Photography capturing our SOLD OUT performances of Menotti’s The Telephone and Gabriel Kahane’s Craigslistlieder!

Lea has an extraordinary eye for storytelling, and her photos beautifully preserve the energy, humor, and intimacy of this double bill. 📸💛 @lea.gallardo @storyandsongbb @dylanelza @kyaunneerichardson @victoriaisernia @operajohn

✨ SOLD OUT ✨
Our double bill next weekend at Story & Song Center for Arts & Culture is officially full.
Thank you for showing up for live opera and chamber theater—we can’t wait to share this music with you. 🎭🎶

✨ SOLD OUT ✨
Our double bill next weekend at Story & Song Center for Arts & Culture is officially full.
Thank you for showing up for live opera and chamber theater—we can’t wait to share this music with you. 🎭🎶

We were so honored to be invited over to Crane Island last week to talk about Amelia Island Opera and perform some of Opera’s greatest hits for the folks over there. What a GORGEOUS place filled with the loveliest people! Thank you for having us @craneislandfl !! ♥️🎶 #opera

We were so honored to be invited over to Crane Island last week to talk about Amelia Island Opera and perform some of Opera’s greatest hits for the folks over there. What a GORGEOUS place filled with the loveliest people! Thank you for having us @craneislandfl !! ♥️🎶 #opera

Countdown on! ⏳ Latin Divos next week—get your tickets before someone else snags your spot! 💥 Perfect way to get into the Holiday Spirit and have some FUN!!! 🥳 There might even be a musical appearance by one of the AIO Co-Founders. 😉

Countdown on! ⏳ Latin Divos next week—get your tickets before someone else snags your spot! 💥 Perfect way to get into the Holiday Spirit and have some FUN!!! 🥳 There might even be a musical appearance by one of the AIO Co-Founders. 😉

Giving Tuesday is TOMORROW! Help us celebrate 5 years of music and community! 💛 Thanks to the Burroughs Family Foundation, every gift—up to $10,000—will be matched through March 1, 2026. Please give today and support the future of Amelia Island Opera. 🎶 #GivingTuesday #opera 📸: Lea Lewin Gallardo

Giving Tuesday is TOMORROW! Help us celebrate 5 years of music and community! 💛 Thanks to the Burroughs Family Foundation, every gift—up to $10,000—will be matched through March 1, 2026. Please give today and support the future of Amelia Island Opera. 🎶 #GivingTuesday #opera 📸: Lea Lewin Gallardo

🎄✨ Holiday Getaway, Opera-Style! ✨🎄
Make it a weekend to remember — enjoy an exclusive $199 stay at the Omni Amelia Island Resort when you purchase tickets to LATIN DIVOS: A Latin Holiday Celebration! 🇨🇺

💃 One night only — December 12
🎟️ Tickets at ameliaislandopera.org

Already purchased your LATIN DIVOS tickets? You’re in luck! 🌟

Enjoy these special perks:
🏨 $199/night stay at the Omni Amelia Island Resort (extended stay rates available Dec 9–17)
🎭 10% off tickets to Dickens After Dark

📩 To redeem one or both exclusive offers, email info@ameliaislandopera.org
MUST HAVE ALREADY PURCHASED A LATIN DIVOS TICKET TO QUALIFY

Celebrate the season in true island style — with music, magic, and a little luxury. 🌴🎶

#AmeliaIslandOpera #LatinDivos #OmniAmeliaIsland #DickensAfterDark #HolidayConcert #ChristmasInFlorida #OperaMeetsIsland #AmeliaIslandEvents

🎄✨ Holiday Getaway, Opera-Style! ✨🎄
Make it a weekend to remember — enjoy an exclusive $199 stay at the Omni Amelia Island Resort when you purchase tickets to LATIN DIVOS: A Latin Holiday Celebration! 🇨🇺

💃 One night only — December 12
🎟️ Tickets at ameliaislandopera.org

Already purchased your LATIN DIVOS tickets? You’re in luck! 🌟

Enjoy these special perks:
🏨 $199/night stay at the Omni Amelia Island Resort (extended stay rates available Dec 9–17)
🎭 10% off tickets to Dickens After Dark

📩 To redeem one or both exclusive offers, email info@ameliaislandopera.org
MUST HAVE ALREADY PURCHASED A LATIN DIVOS TICKET TO QUALIFY

Celebrate the season in true island style — with music, magic, and a little luxury. 🌴🎶

#AmeliaIslandOpera #LatinDivos #OmniAmeliaIsland #DickensAfterDark #HolidayConcert #ChristmasInFlorida #OperaMeetsIsland #AmeliaIslandEvents

🎭 What a night! Our Viennese Masked Ball Gala was filled with Strauss, Lehár, laughter — and even a little 🎶 accordion magic!

An evening of world-class talent wrapped in true island charm, it reminded us why we love bringing people together through music.

To everyone who came, performed, and supported — thank you for making the magic possible. Because of you, our island sings a little brighter. 🌴💜

#opera #singing #soprano #baritone #tenor
📷 David Beverly

🎭 What a night! Our Viennese Masked Ball Gala was filled with Strauss, Lehár, laughter — and even a little 🎶 accordion magic!

An evening of world-class talent wrapped in true island charm, it reminded us why we love bringing people together through music.

To everyone who came, performed, and supported — thank you for making the magic possible. Because of you, our island sings a little brighter. 🌴💜

#opera #singing #soprano #baritone #tenor
📷 David Beverly

What a BALL! 🪩🎶💛 Thank you to everyone who came to the Viennese Masked Ball — you all looked beyond AMAZING! #opera #ameliaislandopera 📸: David Beverly

What a BALL! 🪩🎶💛 Thank you to everyone who came to the Viennese Masked Ball — you all looked beyond AMAZING! #opera #ameliaislandopera 📸: David Beverly

A huge THANK YOU to our Viennese Masked Ball Sponsors, Bill & Debbie Hyde, for welcoming the whole team into their BEAUTIFUL home for an amazing dinner and great company last night! 🧡🤎We are blessed with the most amazing community and supporters! 🥹

A huge THANK YOU to our Viennese Masked Ball Sponsors, Bill & Debbie Hyde, for welcoming the whole team into their BEAUTIFUL home for an amazing dinner and great company last night! 🧡🤎We are blessed with the most amazing community and supporters! 🥹

TONIGHT & TOMORROW! You’re invited to attend the Masked Ball! You only have two chances to experience the glamour of the Masquerade! Come be swept away by soaring melodies while enjoying decadent desserts, savory hors d’ouerves and flowing prosecco. Tickets still available on our website! 🎭✨ 📸: David Beverly

TONIGHT & TOMORROW! You’re invited to attend the Masked Ball! You only have two chances to experience the glamour of the Masquerade! Come be swept away by soaring melodies while enjoying decadent desserts, savory hors d’ouerves and flowing prosecco. Tickets still available on our website! 🎭✨ 📸: David Beverly

🎭✨ Looking for the perfect Spooky Season Event?! The Masked Ball is THIS weekend at Amelia Community Theatre! A night of pure elegance, drama and fun-
Music, masks, and magic await. 🌹💃
🎟️ Last chance for tickets! Grab them before they’re gone! Available on our website!

🎭✨ Looking for the perfect Spooky Season Event?! The Masked Ball is THIS weekend at Amelia Community Theatre! A night of pure elegance, drama and fun-
Music, masks, and magic await. 🌹💃
🎟️ Last chance for tickets! Grab them before they’re gone! Available on our website!

WHO is the mysterious masked man spotted downtown? 👀 Turns out, it’s our very own Artistic Director, John, drumming up excitement for The Viennese Masked Ball next weekend at Amelia Community Theatre! 🎭✨ Don’t miss the fun — TICKETS STILL AVAILABLE on our website! 🎟️

WHO is the mysterious masked man spotted downtown? 👀 Turns out, it’s our very own Artistic Director, John, drumming up excitement for The Viennese Masked Ball next weekend at Amelia Community Theatre! 🎭✨ Don’t miss the fun — TICKETS STILL AVAILABLE on our website! 🎟️

Big news! We are honored and grateful to have been accepted by OPERA America as a Professional Company Member! This milestone marks an exciting new chapter for Amelia Island Opera, and we’re thrilled to stand alongside so many inspiring organizations shaping the future of our art form. A heartfelt thank you to our artists, audiences, and community—your support makes everything possible. Onward and upward! 💙🎶✨#opera

Big news! We are honored and grateful to have been accepted by OPERA America as a Professional Company Member! This milestone marks an exciting new chapter for Amelia Island Opera, and we’re thrilled to stand alongside so many inspiring organizations shaping the future of our art form. A heartfelt thank you to our artists, audiences, and community—your support makes everything possible. Onward and upward! 💙🎶✨#opera

A ball isn’t complete without a little ✨FLAIR ✨
We’re so thrilled to be teaming up with Amelia Art Studio to bring you a MASK DECORATING STATION at the Masked Ball! Add a feather, a jewel, or a dash of drama to make your look truly unforgettable. 🎭 It is so important to us to continue to partner with Arts Organizations in the community so we are thrilled about this first time partnership! Tickets are still available on our website for our November 1st and 2nd “Night at the Opera: Viennese Masked Ball” in collaboration with Amelia Community Theatre! Come join the Masquerade! You won’t want to miss this!

A ball isn’t complete without a little ✨FLAIR ✨
We’re so thrilled to be teaming up with Amelia Art Studio to bring you a MASK DECORATING STATION at the Masked Ball! Add a feather, a jewel, or a dash of drama to make your look truly unforgettable. 🎭 It is so important to us to continue to partner with Arts Organizations in the community so we are thrilled about this first time partnership! Tickets are still available on our website for our November 1st and 2nd “Night at the Opera: Viennese Masked Ball” in collaboration with Amelia Community Theatre! Come join the Masquerade! You won’t want to miss this!

✨🎭 Announcing Our Singers for the Viennese Masked Ball! 🎭✨

Cristina Bakhoum Sanchez, Soprano
Robyn Marie Lamp, Soprano
Courtney Elvira, Mezzo-Soprano
Wesley Morgan, Tenor
John Tibbetts, Baritone

From soaring arias to glittering ensembles, this will be a night of music, dance, and magic you won’t want to miss.

📅 November 1–2, 2025
📍 Amelia Community Theatre

🎟️ Tickets available now at ameliaislandopera.org

✨ Put on your mask, step into the ballroom, and let the music carry you away!

#AmeliaIslandOpera #VienneseMaskedBall #Opera #LivePerformance #ViennaNights @ameliacommunitytheatre @cristinabsoprano @wesleybmorgan @celvira1991 @operajohn @robynmarielamp

✨🎭 Announcing Our Singers for the Viennese Masked Ball! 🎭✨

Cristina Bakhoum Sanchez, Soprano
Robyn Marie Lamp, Soprano
Courtney Elvira, Mezzo-Soprano
Wesley Morgan, Tenor
John Tibbetts, Baritone

From soaring arias to glittering ensembles, this will be a night of music, dance, and magic you won’t want to miss.

📅 November 1–2, 2025
📍 Amelia Community Theatre

🎟️ Tickets available now at ameliaislandopera.org

✨ Put on your mask, step into the ballroom, and let the music carry you away!

#AmeliaIslandOpera #VienneseMaskedBall #Opera #LivePerformance #ViennaNights @ameliacommunitytheatre @cristinabsoprano @wesleybmorgan @celvira1991 @operajohn @robynmarielamp

Big round of applause to everyone who made this Vocal Competition unforgettable — from our fearless singers to the audience experiencing competition vibes for the first time. Hearing these young artists bring their own spin to every song was pure magic. Huge thanks to the artists, collaborators, and supporters who made this event truly special.

Winners:
1st Place – Helena Peterson
2nd Place – Jackson Settle
3rd Place – Nicholas Gapac

Big round of applause to everyone who made this Vocal Competition unforgettable — from our fearless singers to the audience experiencing competition vibes for the first time. Hearing these young artists bring their own spin to every song was pure magic. Huge thanks to the artists, collaborators, and supporters who made this event truly special.

Winners:
1st Place – Helena Peterson
2nd Place – Jackson Settle
3rd Place – Nicholas Gapac

Winners Announced Below ⬇️ 👇
Finalists:
Helena Peterson
Jackson Settle
Nicholas Gapac
Ki’mani Gervin-McCoy
Faith Melody Collins
Alanna Desmaris
Jack Dasher

Winners:
1st Place – Helena Peterson
2nd Place – Jackson Settle
3rd Place – Nicholas Gapac

Kicking off the season with the future of Opera on Amelia Island! 🏝️ Fourteen incredible young artists gave their all on stage, supported by our amazing pianist Dasom Kwon and guided by our wonderful judges Lisa Lockhart, Torlef Borsting, and Sarah Purser. What a day of music, courage, and community! 🎶✨ #paulboslandyoungartistcompetition

Winners Announced Below ⬇️ 👇
Finalists:
Helena Peterson
Jackson Settle
Nicholas Gapac
Ki’mani Gervin-McCoy
Faith Melody Collins
Alanna Desmaris
Jack Dasher

Winners:
1st Place – Helena Peterson
2nd Place – Jackson Settle
3rd Place – Nicholas Gapac

Kicking off the season with the future of Opera on Amelia Island! 🏝️ Fourteen incredible young artists gave their all on stage, supported by our amazing pianist Dasom Kwon and guided by our wonderful judges Lisa Lockhart, Torlef Borsting, and Sarah Purser. What a day of music, courage, and community! 🎶✨ #paulboslandyoungartistcompetition

We are excited to highlight our wonderful collaborative pianist for the Paul Bosland Vocal Competition, Dasom Kwon! We are grateful to have her sharing her incredible talent and encouragement with these young singers. Join us tomorrow at 2 PM at Memorial United Methodist Church (601 Centre St.) to hear Dasom perform alongside these rising opera stars. Tickets are available through our website only and will not be sold at the door.
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Dasom Kwon, a South Korea–born pianist based in Cincinnati, Ohio, is recognized for her
versatility and expressive artistry in both solo and collaborative performances. Highly sought
after as a chamber musician and partner, she currently serves as a collaborative pianist at
Xavier University and Northern Kentucky University.

She earned her Doctor of Musical Arts in piano performance from The Ohio State
University, where she was a Graduate Teaching Associate and received three consecutive
Graduate Teaching Associate Awards for her excellence in teaching and performance. She
also holds dual master’s degrees in piano performance and collaborative piano from the
University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music, where she was awarded the
Graduate Assistantship and Artman Straub Scholarships.

She has appeared with ensembles such as The King’s Brass and the Cincinnati Men’s
Chorus, and has been featured in faculty and guest artist recitals across the United States.
Recent performances include collaborations with Glow Music, the Chamber Music
Ensemble of Cincinnati, and guest artist recitals at Kenyon College and The Ohio State
University.

Previously, she served as a pianist and opera coach with the Indianapolis Opera Company
and was on the faculty of the Interlochen Arts Camp, where she inspired emerging
musicians. Through her performances and teaching, she continues to share her passion for
music with audiences and students alike.

We are excited to highlight our wonderful collaborative pianist for the Paul Bosland Vocal Competition, Dasom Kwon! We are grateful to have her sharing her incredible talent and encouragement with these young singers. Join us tomorrow at 2 PM at Memorial United Methodist Church (601 Centre St.) to hear Dasom perform alongside these rising opera stars. Tickets are available through our website only and will not be sold at the door.
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Dasom Kwon, a South Korea–born pianist based in Cincinnati, Ohio, is recognized for her
versatility and expressive artistry in both solo and collaborative performances. Highly sought
after as a chamber musician and partner, she currently serves as a collaborative pianist at
Xavier University and Northern Kentucky University.

She earned her Doctor of Musical Arts in piano performance from The Ohio State
University, where she was a Graduate Teaching Associate and received three consecutive
Graduate Teaching Associate Awards for her excellence in teaching and performance. She
also holds dual master’s degrees in piano performance and collaborative piano from the
University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music, where she was awarded the
Graduate Assistantship and Artman Straub Scholarships.

She has appeared with ensembles such as The King’s Brass and the Cincinnati Men’s
Chorus, and has been featured in faculty and guest artist recitals across the United States.
Recent performances include collaborations with Glow Music, the Chamber Music
Ensemble of Cincinnati, and guest artist recitals at Kenyon College and The Ohio State
University.

Previously, she served as a pianist and opera coach with the Indianapolis Opera Company
and was on the faculty of the Interlochen Arts Camp, where she inspired emerging
musicians. Through her performances and teaching, she continues to share her passion for
music with audiences and students alike.

Kicking off our Season Cast Announcements with Maestro Keith Chambers as our 2025–2026 Music Director! 🎉🎶We’re so lucky to have him with us for three events this season!! You may remember his beautiful playing in Hansel & Gretel and at our La Dolce Vita gala, as well as his triumphant conducting of Madama Butterfly last season. We’re beyond excited to have Keith back!
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Conductor Keith Chambers has led nearly 200 performances of 60 different operas for The Dallas Opera, Seattle Opera YAP, Indianapolis Opera, Manhattan Opera Studio, Opera Orlando, First Coast Opera, Amarillo Opera, Asheville Lyric Opera, Temple University, Florida State University, Shreveport Opera, among others. As Founder & Artistic Director of New York City-based New Amsterdam Opera, his performance of La favorita was named Best Opera in Concert in the United States by noted WQXR opera blogger Fred Plotkin. Mr. Chambers was Assistant Conductor of New York City Opera and The Dallas Opera, Director of the Young Artist Program for Opera New Jersey, Music Director of the Moores Opera Center at University of Houston, and Artistic Director of The Living Opera. He has worked as a Guest Vocal Coach for Seattle Opera, Crested Butte Music Festival, Toledo Opera & Florida Grand Opera and recently co-founded an artist management agency in New York City, New Classical Artist Management. Mr. Chambers holds degrees from the University of Miami and University of Houston. He is thrilled to return to Amelia Island Opera as Music Director for the 2025-26 season!

Kicking off our Season Cast Announcements with Maestro Keith Chambers as our 2025–2026 Music Director! 🎉🎶We’re so lucky to have him with us for three events this season!! You may remember his beautiful playing in Hansel & Gretel and at our La Dolce Vita gala, as well as his triumphant conducting of Madama Butterfly last season. We’re beyond excited to have Keith back!
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Conductor Keith Chambers has led nearly 200 performances of 60 different operas for The Dallas Opera, Seattle Opera YAP, Indianapolis Opera, Manhattan Opera Studio, Opera Orlando, First Coast Opera, Amarillo Opera, Asheville Lyric Opera, Temple University, Florida State University, Shreveport Opera, among others. As Founder & Artistic Director of New York City-based New Amsterdam Opera, his performance of La favorita was named Best Opera in Concert in the United States by noted WQXR opera blogger Fred Plotkin. Mr. Chambers was Assistant Conductor of New York City Opera and The Dallas Opera, Director of the Young Artist Program for Opera New Jersey, Music Director of the Moores Opera Center at University of Houston, and Artistic Director of The Living Opera. He has worked as a Guest Vocal Coach for Seattle Opera, Crested Butte Music Festival, Toledo Opera & Florida Grand Opera and recently co-founded an artist management agency in New York City, New Classical Artist Management. Mr. Chambers holds degrees from the University of Miami and University of Houston. He is thrilled to return to Amelia Island Opera as Music Director for the 2025-26 season!

🎶 Bosland Young Artist Vocal Competition 🎶
We are thrilled to welcome our incredible panel and collaborative pianist for this year’s competition:

✨ Lisa Lockhart – @romanzafestivale
✨ Sarah Purser – @operaorlando
✨ Torlef Borsting – @first_coast_opera
✨ Dasom Kwon – Collaborative Pianist, Xavier University & Northern Kentucky University

Join us as these amazing artists share their expertise and passion for music with the next generation of singers! 🎤🎹

#BoslandYoungArtist #AmeliaIslandOpera #Opera #VocalCompetition #YoungArtists #ClassicalMusic

🎶 Bosland Young Artist Vocal Competition 🎶
We are thrilled to welcome our incredible panel and collaborative pianist for this year’s competition:

✨ Lisa Lockhart – @romanzafestivale
✨ Sarah Purser – @operaorlando
✨ Torlef Borsting – @first_coast_opera
✨ Dasom Kwon – Collaborative Pianist, Xavier University & Northern Kentucky University

Join us as these amazing artists share their expertise and passion for music with the next generation of singers! 🎤🎹

#BoslandYoungArtist #AmeliaIslandOpera #Opera #VocalCompetition #YoungArtists #ClassicalMusic

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