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Taos Opera Institute
An integrated and intensive training program, focused on improving your total wellness, technique and artistry.
Taos Opera Institute Teachers and Coaches
The faculty at Taos Opera Insititute come from some of the most elite schools in the country. Many have had extensive careers in their fields as performers and coaches. To find out more about each faculty member, click their photo for more information.
J. Patrick Raftery
Tenor
Master Teacher
Stanford Olsen
Tenor
Master Teacher
Cheryl Cellon Lindquist
Vocal Coach
Faith Esham
Soprano
Master Teacher
Tom Jaber​
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Vocal Coach
David Wilkinson
Vocal Coach
Joe Fiztgerald
Vocal Coach for Cantos de Taos
Willem Van Schalkwyk
Vocal Coach
Kim Bakkum
Staff Pianist
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