The IOA has positions for young opera professionals!
We offer singers of all voice types and pianists the chance to join us for the upcoming 2-year cycle October 2025 – July 2027.
We offer Live auditions in Ghent and Video auditions:
Find the Application Form: HERE
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To enroll at the IOA you must:
- Have completed a programme in classical music (Bachelor or Master) OR have equivalent experience.
Selection criteria
Fees & Financial Support
Timings & deadlines:
First round
Sunday 9th & Monday 10th February 2025: Live Auditions at the IOA in Ghent
- Application Deadline: Monday 3rd February 2025 (12:00 – noon CET)
OR send in your Videos:
- Application Deadline: Monday 3rd February 2025 (12:00 – noon CET)
Second round
The recordings & videos of the selected candidates will be reviewed by an Expert Panel (representatives from Opera Ballet Flanders, Vocal coaches, etc.) mid-February 2025, they will select who will go to the final round.
Final round
Selected candidates will be invited to an Audition Day at the IOA in Ghent. They will get the chance to work with the teachers of the IOA. Candidates will be asked to
attend Friday 21 or Saturday 22 March 2025 (=block the entire day) in person. Requested repertoire is the repertoire of the first round.
Final results: 31st March 2025