Frank Lopardo, tenor
"I have been overwhelmed by the level of talent which I have had the privilege to tutor here in Boulder. Boulder Music Institute's work with these singers of all ages is truly impressive and inspirational,"
-Frank Lopardo, Metropolitan Opera Tenor
-Frank Lopardo, Metropolitan Opera Tenor
I have been studying voice with Lauren for 6 months and I cannot believe the change! I was trained as a bass-baritone for the majority of my career and couldn't understand why I wasn't getting the jobs I wanted. After just a few sessions with Lauren we had completely retooled my voice and now I am comfortably studying the dramatic tenor repertoire and I couldn't be happier. She is an excellent technician, clinician, and a sensitive musician and performer able to bring a wealth of anatomical and musical knowledge to every student in every lesson no matter their level. As the founder of the Boulder Music Institute she provides an invaluable resource to the classical music community in Colorado. She is fully committed to bringing opera to the people and the cultivation of singers no matter their age or experience level. The opportunity to work with such talent as Frank Lopardo and Kathy Olsen has been instrumental to my growth as a classical artist as has been Lauren's willingness to launch my career as an opera director hiring me to direct her productions of Carmen and La Boheme in 2015. I recommend her to all of my colleagues if they have hit a plateau or if they are looking to improve their technique and artistry
- Michael Travis Risner, (new) tenor |
 Amanda Raddatz, soprano
"I am a professional opera singer and have been working with Lauren Sawyer of Boulder Music Institute for three years and she has taken my voice from vocal destruction to the best vocal shape of my life. Her knowledge of the vocal instrument, acoustics in a hall, creating free ringy resonance and HOW TO GET THERE is like no other in the area. I recommend her to every professional or young aspiring professional I know. Give her a try. You will be ecstatic you found such a wonderful teacher. I guarantee it! -Amanda Raddatz, soprano
"BMI is an ideal short program to focus on repertoire, coaching with internationally-renowned faculty. It gave me a chance to quickly polish my arias and get feedback from professionals on my next career steps - all within beautiful Boulder. -Ruth Carver, soprano |
"My experience with Boulder Music Institute was one of the most valuable and meaningful learning experiences of my life!
-Karen Tucker Patterson, soprano |
As a young singer, it can often be difficult to find opportunities in which to share your art. I was fortunate enough to have one of my first solo performances with orchestra through their organization! All of the musicians a part of the organization are professional and very approachable. Working with Lauren Sawyer was truly an invaluable experience that has lead to major improvements in my vocal technique, and the chance to perform a role in their 2015 production of La Bohème. I recommend not only her, but the competition as well to all singers looking for a positive performance experience.
-Marissa Rudd, soprano |