Apply to the 2026 edition!
Applications for the 2026 edition have been extended
Pianists are offered a 70% discount on their participation fee
Applications to the Málaga Opera Academy are open to young singers and musicians of all nationalities. Candidates are invited to apply for one of the available artistic roles by completing the online application form.
Applicants must submit the application form, including the required audiovideo materials according to the selected role.
Incomplete applications may not be considered.
Selection Process
All submissions will be reviewed by the Academy’s artistic team. Successful candidates will receive an offer of participation by email. Applicants who receive an offer are required to confirm their participation within 10 days of receiving the offer and complete the payment of the participation fee in order to secure their place.
Failure to confirm within this timeframe may result in the offer being withdrawn.
Payment
The participation fee varies depending on the role. Payment can be made in one or two instalments:
60% of the fee upon acceptance of the offer
40% of the fee no later than two weeks before the start of the programme
Please note that full reimbursement of the fee will only be possible within 10 days from receiving the initial offer. After that, no reimbursement shall be made.

Application Requirements and Fees
Singers – Soloists
Two contrasting arias; at least one aria by Mozart.
Fee: €1.500
Chorus
Two contrasting arias (free choice of repertoire)
Fee: €800
Assistant Conductors
One video (maximum 15 minutes) conducting: an ensemble or piano (rehearsal or performance setting)
Fee: €1.500
Assistant Stage Directors
Portfolio including: audio-visual material and/or excerpts from previous work and/or rehearsal process
Fee: €1.200
Repetiteurs
Video including: a rehearsal or concert setting accompanying a singer an extract from Le Nozze di Figaro, playing and singing
Fee: €1000 (currently discounted 70%!)
Orchestra Musicians
Video of max. 5 minutes including repertoire of choice.
Fee: Free of charge
Applications are rolling for orchestra musicians, so selection is on a first-come first-served basis.
Applications closed for: all winds
