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Sandra Lopez Neill: Classical Soprano, Conductor, Director, Voice Coach, Educator

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Sandra Lopez Neill: Classical Soprano, Conductor, Director, Voice Coach, Educator

Introduction to Sandra Lopez Neill. 1:03 min.. Interview: Raymond Elman. Post-Production: Lee Skye. Music: Sandra Lopez Neill. Recorded 6/2/26, Miami.

 

SANDRA LOPEZ NEILL is a classical soprano, performing in a wide variety of repertoire. A graduate of the Metropolitan Opera Lindemann Young Artist Program, she has appeared with the Metropolitan Opera in numerous roles which include Catherine in Bolcom’s “View from the Bridge,” Frasquita in “Carmen,” 4th Maid in “Elektra.” Tebaldo in “Don Carlo,”  Flower Maiden in “Parsifal,” and Roberta Alden for the world premiere of “American Tragedy,” among others.

Ms. Lopez is also known for her performances in new works, and has participated in several world premieres.

Ms. Lopez is an active voice teacher and conductor. She serves on the Voice Faculty of the Frost School of Music at the University of Miami, and she serves as a conductor and vocal coach for the Miami Beach Classical Music Festival.

The videos below are organized by Success Factor, and run between 30 seconds and 10 minutes. Click on any video. You must be connected to the Internet to view the videos.

 

EXPOSURE TO BROAD INFLUENCES:   1:28 min.

Where did you grow up, and what was your first awareness of art of any discipline?

 

COLLABORATION:   0:40 sec.

Have you performed with the Florida Grand Opera?

 

SERENDIPITY:   0:45 sec.

Are you friends with Maria Todaro, the relatively new director of the Florida Grand Opera?  Watch our ArtSpeak video conversation with Maria Todaro

 

VALUES FIRST-RATE EDUCATION:    5:50 min.

Where did you go to school and what did you learn that still informs you today?

 

UNDERSTANDS ARTISTS’ NEEDS:    0:44 sec.

Given what you just said, I imagine that there is long line of students hoping to be accepted into your programs.

 

CREATES A UNIQUE PERSONAL BRAND:    5:52 min.

Compare and contrast your roles as a performer, director, conductor, voice coach, and educator.

 

CRITICAL THINKING:    8:35 min.

Tell us about your experiences with the Miami Beach Classical Music Festival.

 

INSIGHT & INSPIRATION:     9:21 min.

What are some of the concerns of opera singers as they age?

 

INSIGHT & INSPIRATION:    2:50 min.

What’s your favorite movie?