9th edition – 2026

In 2026, the Lachine International Vocal Academy is taking place between June 22 and July 5. Twenty young singers and five collaborative pianists will work intensively on various essential aspects of their musical development, in a non-competitive and constructive atmosphere.

For its 9th edition, four public events are being held this summer: four masterclass sessions presented in front of a live audience, and a closing concert. You can attend these exciting, even unique events and discover the behind-the-scenes of the opera singer’s chosen profession.

Public events

What is a master class?

A master class is an advanced course given by an expert. The teaching of these courses makes it possible to enrich the musical qualities of young musicians.

To find out more, come and attend the Academy’s master classes!

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Chloé Dumoulin – Pianist

Participants 2026

Singers

Maéva Girard, soprano (Conservatoire de musique de Montréal)

Paige Robinson, soprano (McGill University)

Patricia Wrigglesworth, soprano (McGill University)

Nicole Chan, soprano (McGill University)

William Dorais, baryton (McGill University)

Fletcher Davis, tenor (McGill University)

Nicole Ross, soprano (Université de Montréal)

Stella-Rose Martin, mezzo-soprano (Conservatoire de musique de Montréal)

Brenden Lengsfeld, counter-tenor (McGill University)

Elizabeth Fast, soprano (McGill University)

Jessica Dubuc Palumbi, soprano (McGill University)

Katelyn Duperron, soprano (McGill University)

Sylvain Stoesel, baryton Martin (McGill University)

Jillian Tam, mezzo-soprano (Manhattan School of Music)

Marianne Bertrand, mezzo-soprano (Vancouver Opera)

Grace Budoloski, mezzo-soprano (Atelier lyrique de l’Opéra de Montréal. )

Dante Mullin Santone, baryton (Atelier lyrique de l’Opéra de Montréal. )

Colin Mackey (Atelier lyrique de l’Opéra de Montréal. )

Klara Nilsson, soprano (Sweden)

Linn Henningson Ersson, soprano (Sweden)

Pianists

Vincent Pollender (McGill University)
Laurie-Émeraude Cimon (Conservatoire de musique de Montréal)
Julien Gagné (Conservatoire de musique de Montréal)
Matthew Wyk (McGill University)
Maja Zbogar (McGill University)

Featured activities and workshops include:

  • Voice coaching sessions; 
  • Lyric diction lessons ; 
  • Performance practice expertise ;
  • Interpretation coaching ; 
  • Master classes, some of which are open to the public ; 
  • Group workshops on a variety of topics including career orientation, development and management. 

Partners

This program would not be possible without the help of our partners and donors: 

  • Arrondissement de Lachine
  • Atelier lyrique de l’Opéra de Montréal
  • Fondation Azrieli
  • Spinelli Toyota
  • Sainte-Anne
  • Desjardins Caisse de Lachine
  • PME MTL Ouest-de-l’île
  • Cognitive Group
  • Other anonymous donors

Jennifer Szeto

Pianist

Jennifer Szeto is a distinguished graduate of the Atelier lyrique de l’Opéra de Montréal, the Adler Fellowship of the San Francisco Opera, the Ensemble Studio of the Canadian Opera Company...

Francois Leroux

François Le Roux

Baritone. Teacher.

François Le Roux began his singing studies with François Loup, then entered the Paris Opera-Studio, where he had teachers Vera Rosza, then Elisabeth Grümmer. He won the “Maria Canals” competition...

RIchard Turp

Richard Turp

Artistic Director and Teacher

Born in Montreal, Richard Turp grew up from the age of 6 in London, UK. Having graduated from London University (Russian Regional Studies and Music), he began vocal studies with...

Liz Upchurch

Liz Upchurch

Pianist and vocal coach.

Pianist and vocal coach Liz Upchurch is one of the most sort after pianists and vocal coaches in Canada. Currently she is in her 12th season as Music Director of...

Lena Hellstrom-Farnlof

Lena Hellström-Färnlöf

Soprano. Teacher.

Lena Hellström-Färnlöf is a trained singer having graduated from the Göteborg Academy of Music and the Stockholm Opera School. During her singing career, Lena Hellström-Färnlöf, as a soloist, she gained...

Wolfgang Holzmair

Wolfgang Holzmair

Baritone. Teacher.

Wolfgang Holzmair was born in Vöcklabruck, Austria, and studied at the Vienna Academy of Music and Dramatic Art with Hilde Rössel-Majdan (voice) and Erik Werba (lied). The singer performs in...

Olivier Godin

Olivier Godin

Pianist. Vocal Coach.

A native of Montréal (Canada), Olivier Godin is pursuing a brilliant career both in Canada and abroad. He works as a collaborative pianist and vocal coach at McGill University. He...