About the Program
Experience Tuscany
Now entering its 9th summer of study abroad, Canta in Italia “Sing in Italy” offer singers the unforgettable experience of living and studying in the beautiful Tuscan city of
Lucca. Located 45 minutes west of Florence, the city where opera was born, Lucca offers a small town experience with easy access to Italy's major cultural center. Puccini, Boccherini
and Catalani were all born in Lucca, known throughout Italy as "the musical city". Lucca's renaissance architecture and medieval walls make this lovely town a popular Tuscan
destination. From June 2 through June 29, students are immersed in Italian language and culture, and stimulated by an intensive course of vocal study and performance.
The program includes daily language instruction by native speakers, daily voice lesson and/or coaching sessions, and weekly master classes. Music and staging rehearsals fill out the afternoon
hours. Optional college credit is offered through Wichita State University.
Weekend excursions may include visits to museums, churches or other historic sites including the Pitti Palace, Santa Croce church where Rossini is buried, and the Uffizi Gallery in Florence.
Students will journey to the
ancient Arena di Verona and attend a live opera performance. During free time, students may travel on their own to attend opera performances or visit other parts of the country. Accommodations
are provided in shared apartments. Students may opt have their own room, or share a room with another member of the program. Bathrooms are shared and use of the kitchens is
included. Meals are not included in the program fee. Students interested in a meal plan may opt to stay with an Italian family.
Staged concerts of opera
scenes and arias for the Italian public bring the program to a grand finale, followed by a farewell festa at a colorful local restaurant with much wonderful Italian food and wine.
Contact Information
cantainitalia@wichita.edu
Marie Allyn King, Director of Opera Wichita State University (316) 978-6373
Office of Financial Aid at Wichita State University (316) 978-3430