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And the winner is

22-Jul-2012

The First prize, the Mietta Prize $5,000 was awarded to twenty-four year old Victorian soprano Siobh..Read more.»

Finalists Announced

21-Jul-2012

The finalists in the 2012 Mietta Song Competition are: Charlotte Betts-Dean, Mezzo Soprano Kon..Read more.»

Former Winner Returns as Judge

01-May-2012

The 1996 Competition winner, John Heuzenroeder, who performs with the Cologne Opera Company..Read more.»

Advice For Entrants

Choosing your program

  • Choose works suited to your voice type, which demonstrate your range, diversity and versatility as a performer.
  • Present programs that support the purpose of the Mietta Song Competition.
  • Research in detail the context of the works you choose so that you can perform them in an appropriate style.
  • Ensure your pronunciation is accurate in all languages chosen.
  • Ensure you have sufficient repertoire to form the basis of recitals and concert programs of professional standard, should you be a prize winner.
  • Present your audition and your semi-final and finals program with a focus on your musical partnership.