Masterclasses
Annual Masterclass ‘The Art of Singing’
Since 2013, the annual ‘Art of Singing’ masterclass has been held by Kirsten Schötteldreier on the Eibenhof estate in Bad Saarow. Every year this week-long masterclass attracts professional singers from different backgrounds across the world to prepare them for their future careers. Kirsten is often supported by professional singers like bariton Thomas Johannes Mayer (2015-2017) and tenor Burkhard Fritz (2018-2023).
The masterclass is made possible by the ‘Gesamtkunstwerk Klang e.V’, an association chaired by Kirsten. It serves as a platform for all arts in theater and music theater, creating holistic approaches to teach singers, performers and conductors. Additionally, it serves as a foundation to financially support promising and talented young singers, allowing them to participate in the masterclass and other coachings.
For more information visit the website of the masterclass.
Watch the documentary about the 2023 edition of the masterclass here
Wagner Masterclass Lauritz Melchior Competition 2024
Kirsten was a member of both the application- and the quarter final jury for the 2024 Lauritz Melchior Competition in Aalborg. Furthermore, she has conducted a masterclass for those who did not make it to the semifinal, and she has coached the semi-finalists during orchestra rehearsals.
After the competition, Kirsten gave an interview about what it takes to become a Wagner singer.
For more information on and registration for this masterclass, visit the LMISC website.
Masterclass Voices for Wagner and Verdi 2022
In July of 2022, Kirsten gave a Masterclass for singers who wanted to learn more about singing Wagner and Verdi. The masterclass was given in cooperation with the Münchener Staatsoper, and their Youth Orchestra ‘Attaca’ and its conductor Allan Bergius.
An impression of this masterclass was filmed by Yvonne Hotz.