“CLA doesn’t just teach you how to sing. They’re always there for you, and they really want you to be your best self in life.”

“CLA Vocal Academy… reminded me that opera is not only about individual artistry, but also about collaboration, generosity, and shared purpose.”

“Being surrounded by such kindness allowed me to find more freedom in my voice than I'd been able to access before.”

“With the support of the faculty and the community among the participants, I rediscovered my confidence and love for this amazing craft called opera.”

"I am forever grateful that my voice, my French, and my life will always bear the fingerprints of CLA France."

"CLA made me feel like I truly belonged somewhere, and for the first time, I felt I could sing without fear."

“Space to grow as a singer, as a musician, as an artist, and as a person. These were my first impressions of CLA Berkshires.”

“It is one thing to dutifully study the music of a country, but it is a different thing altogether to experience first-hand its language, art, and culture with the people that enliven this art form.”