Joyce DiDonato Master Class January 2016: Puccini’s “Donde lieta usci” from La bohème

Renowned mezzo-soprano Joyce DiDonato presents a series of three master classes focusing on opera arias. Here Ms. DiDonato coaches soprano Amalia Avilán Castillo with pianist Adam Nielsen on Puccini’s “Donde lieta usci” from La Boheme.
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Mezzo-soprano Joyce DiDonato’s performances have been called “a model of singing in which all components of the art form-technique, sound, color, nuance, diction-come together in service to expression and eloquence” by The New York Times. The revered singer presents a series of three public master classes for young opera singers who were chosen from an international pool of applicants. To learn more about Carnegie Hall’s Workshops and Master Classes and to apply, visit www.carnegiehall.org/Educatio....
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[@rochvalk]

Don't forget the pianist...they are always forgotten he's marvolous! It's an open eye when she's giving her lessons a wonderful person and singer ofcourse, otherwise you can't do it!

[@frankG335]

It's amazing how hard these people work. For years and years and years, like olympic athletes. Never giving up, continuing to go for it, trying and trying. It's just so inspiring how hard people work to become the artists they eventually become. I mean, they work this intensely starting at around age 10 to 12 and continue with this kind of attention to detail and this intensity, constantly. It makes me appreciate them all the more when I see what it takes to become a top singer. Wow.

[@chrispi7151]

I enjoy watching these masterclasses a lot. Joyce, besides being very skilled at teaching and singing, is just a bundle of good energy. She really gets extatic when a pupil does something good. I love that.

[@hajji1509]

A little too much vibrato and too 'mature' a voice for Mimi, IMHO. The voice of Mimi should be a bit more innocent

[@draganvidic2039]

Her timbre is dark and slightly veiled with a big vibrato but oh so nice to see how it can be opened up to bloom in its full glory!

[@byrosiemayne]

I love how surprised and happy the soprano is when she suddenly nails it. So genuine and refreshing!

[@ggboot1]

There was something just so special about this master class. I've watched it several times. Joyce brings out the best in her. Amalia is wonderful. I can't wait to see her in something.

[@user-op3ik2ns7u]

Heartfelt lesson. I almost cry for what she sung after her lesson.

[@christiaandhooghe]

This soprano is very good and indeed, already she's got a lot in spades for the future.

[@philzmusic8098]

The Mimì: In the old days, she would have had a 30 minute lesson every day with Joyce for two years, and she would be ready for a career. Sadly, this doesn't happen nowadays. She could be a star.

[@missmlb3842]

This is amazing...it really is an art!! The work...the discipline!! The accompanist is a gift too...they are so patient and humble as well and brilliant in their gift to play. What an amazing and exceptional teacher!! I've heard opera, but never knew how much training goes into it.

[@milanetc4865]

This shows what an incredible teacher she is. At about the 20 min mark something amazing happens

[@samuellim7610]

What a God given gift, so rich a soprano voice, physical beauty and stage presence. Her voice goes straight to touch my heart strings. Would love to hear her sing the Micaella aria in Carmen and the Lui aria in Turandot!!! Great future for this amazing soprano. Pray that the Met will discover her.

[@claudiaviannaaudet8958]

Fantastic!!! I’m Brazil they get these young, fresh, clear voices and put them inside these horrible heavy boxes… Watching this is so refreshing!!! This is how it should be!!!

[@Deedee5858]

Joyce is such a gifted teacher... BORN to teach! Amalia could not be more charming. Adam is lovely.

[@SingYourselfWell]

So good. Joyce is one of most accurate, skilled, and kind master teachers any woman singer could wish for. 💖

[@andrewtschramm]

I’ve watched this 20 times and I still love it. It is such a moving process to witness.

[@wolfgangk1]

I love that student---and the entire class. Joyce is AMAZING

[@lionellbr4779]

"and now melt..." such good teaching. And we did melt <3

[@Shamsithaca]

They both are super nice and sweet, their generosity exudes and goes through the video. I hope she does very well in her career.