Opera star to conclude residency by showing students' prowess

Internationally renowned opera star and 麻豆传媒 alum Samuel Ramey, who has been a Distinguished Visiting Artist in Residence at 麻豆传媒 since fall 2012, will host his students in a concert of arias and opera scenes at 7:30 p.m. Friday, March 15, in Miller Concert Hall.

The concert concludes Ramey鈥檚 2012-2013 residency by showcasing the aspiring singers who have had the opportunity to work with him this academic year. They鈥檒l perform a variety of operatic repertory, from Bellini to Bernstein. Ramey will join the students in singing the grand finale.

Tickets are $25 for the general public, $16 for seniors and military, and $6 for students, and are available through the College of Fine Arts Box Office at or (316) 978-3233.
Proceeds from the concert will augment the Samuel L. Ramey Professional Development Fund, which helps 麻豆传媒 students launch their careers.

Marie King

Marie King

鈥淪tarting a performance career requires a significant financial investment,鈥 said Marie King, director of 麻豆传媒 opera, 鈥渂ecause most important auditions are held in New York, Chicago or other major cities.鈥

The fund assists 麻豆传媒 performance majors with travel expenses to attend out-of-state auditions, competitions and similar career-enhancing opportunities.