San Francisco Opera Guild Education

Education and Engagement

AWARD-WINNING. INTERACTIVE. IMMERSIVE.

We believe that participation in the performing arts leads to deep appreciation of beauty and diverse points of view. Our programs help young people grow into curious and caring citizens with a strong sense of self and empathy for others.

Opera Scouts

After our great Italian adventure in April, 2018, this cultural and performing arts ensemble for teens enters its fifth year with exciting opportunities to sing, learn, attend performances, and travel!

From September to May, we hold weekly meetings, master classes and workshops, perform at recitals and community events and attend performances all over the Bay Area.

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Sing with us - School Programs

Students participating in sing with us program

Self-expression. Confidence. Joy.

Students engage with beloved classics of the repertoire, building confidence and self-expression while exploring a panorama of colorful characters and engaging stories.

Opera Together (formerly Opera à la Carte): grades 4-12 (Fall 2022)
Songs of the Season: grades K-12 (Fall 2022)
Sing a Story: grades K–3 (Spring 2023)
Sing a Story for Libraries: ages 4-10 (Summer 2022/Summer 2023)

Create with us - School Programs

Commitment. Creativity. Collaboration.

Inspiring 6-12 week residencies bring out the creative artist in all students, allowing them to engage with their curricula, communities and one another in meaningful ways.

Book to Bravo!: grades 4-12 (Spring 2022/Fall 2022/Spring 2023)
Voices for Social Justice: grades 4-12 (Spring 2022/Fall 2022/Spring 2023)
Creativity & Wellness (Fall 2022 and Spring 2023)

Perform with us - Community Programs

Summer Conservatory Students performing Snow Queen production

Teamwork. Responsibility. Inventiveness.

In these intensive, hands-on programs, students develop skills as singers and actors as they rehearse and perform operatic repertoire tailored to fit young voices.

Opera Primera: ages 6 months–5 years (Year-round)
Opera Scouts, Madrigals and Kinder Choir: ages 5–18 (Year-round)
Summer Conservatory: ages 10–18 (Summer 2022)

2022-2023: The Year of the Artist

Program Objectives:

To help empower all voices with the courage to be heard
To bring the social-emotional and life skills of the artist into daily practice including growth mindset, collaboration, metaphorical thinking, resilience, adaptation, communication, goal setting, individuality, accountability, integrity, reflection, grit.
To encourage creative cycle
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Health, well-being, social-emotional healing and self-awareness
Fun and engagement with impactful aesthetic beauty

San Francisco Opera Guild engages with the community, recognizing authentic voices as they emerge through the practice of music and storytelling, and supporting young artists in their development of world view and leadership potential.