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National Opera Association (NOA) - Argento Fellowships for Graduate Students in Vocal Performance and Music Composition

Information on the Argento Fellowships for graduate students in vocal performance and opera composition, including guidelines, application deadlines, and award details.

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DeadlineOctober 1

Award amountUp to $50,000 per year

Last checkedJun 24, 2026

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Robert Hansen Collegiate Opera Scenes Competition

Annual competition for college and university opera programs, recognizing artistic excellence. Features video submissions and live final performances. Deadline October 15, 2026.

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Deadline

2026-10-15

Eligibility

Competition is for college and university programs only.; College/university or submitting faculty member must be a member of NOA.; Scene performed between October 15, 2025 and October 15, 2026.; All singers in finals must be current students at the time of the competition.; Each college or university may submit a maximum of two scenes per division.

Requirements

Application is by video submission for the preliminary round.; Finalists perform live at NOA's annual National Conference.; Scenes must be from a show that has received a full production.; Suggested scene length is six to eight minutes.; Set pieces limited to rehearsal blocks, tables, and chairs.

Application materials

Link to YouTube video or other streaming video format for preliminary round.; Video must be anonymous.; Finalist Information Form for those advancing.

How to apply

Apply online through the NOA website.; Pay $25 fee per application.; Submit video link for preliminary round by October 15, 2026.; Finalists notified by November 15, 2025.; Finalists respond by November 22, 2025.

Important dates

Preliminary round application deadline: October 15, 2026; Finalist invitation: November 15, 2025; Finalist response deadline: November 22, 2025; Final round competition: January 2027 (Minneapolis, MN)

Contact

competition co-chair; Executive Director

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