Sarasota Opera to Host 3rd Annual National Finals of Schmidt Vocal Competition June 1-2

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Sarasota Opera is pleased to host the finals for Schmidt Vocal Arts (SVA) third  annual national Schmidt Vocal Competition at Sarasota Opera House June 1-2, 2024. The top three winners from each of 15 regional competitions will compete for a $10,000 first prize. Five Floridians have qualified after competing in three different regional locations. Distinguished judges for this competition are Dallas Opera General Director Ian Derrer, soprano Ana María Martinez, and baritone Reginald Smith, Jr. Tickets are available to various events of the Schmidt Vocal Competition on June 1 for $15 (Students: $10) and on June 2 for $25 (Students: $10) at SarasotaOpera.org or (941) 328-1300. Visit SarasotaOpera.org for more information.

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