Butler Opera International Competition Semi-Finals

Dr. Tamar Sanikidze plays piano while soprano Kara Covey sings wearing a gold gown. A stained glass window and pillars are projected behind them.

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About the Competition

The Butler Opera International Competition promotes the Butler Opera Center's mission of crafting the next generation of opera professionals. The competition’s judging panel unites the most influential experts in opera, representing many of the world’s leading opera companies and training institutions. Made possible by the support of Dr. Ernest and Mrs. Sarah Butler, over $35,000 in prize money and encouragement awards will be presented at this year’s competition. 

Judges 
Colin Brush, Houston Grand Opera
Claudia Chapa, Austin Opera
Paul Hopper, LA Opera
David Lomelí, Santa Fe Opera 
Tamar Sanikidze, Butler Opera Center & Music Academy of the West
Melissa Wegner, Metropolitan Opera

Pianists
James Maverick, Butler School of Music
Nino Sanikidze, Shepherd School of Music 

 

Competition finals are ticketed and will take place on Wednesday, October 1. 

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