Mezzo-soprano, Valery Saul received her Masters of Music degree in Vocal Performance from the University of British Columbia School of Music, in Vancouver, B.C. She has been acclaimed by the Willamette Weekly for her “smoky voice” and by Opera Canada for her “warm mezzo and robust acting.” She also holds a Bachelor of Music degree from Portland State University. Valery has been a very active vocalist here in Portland and as well in Vancouver, BC. Valery is a current member of the Portland Opera chorus and this season made her stage debut singing the role of the Bridesmaid in The Marriage of Figaro for Portland Opera. Valery was also seen recently in Portland Summerfest in the Parks where she sang the role of Mercedes in Carmen under the baton on Keith Clark. Past roles include Hansel in UBC Opera’s production of Hansel and Gretel. Sesto in Handel’s Giulio Cesare in the Czech Republic with the European Music Academy. Orlofsky in Die Fledermaus for UBC Opera, Rosina in an adapted version of The Barber of Seville for Vancouver Opera in the Schools program and Dora in the world premier of The Dream Healer, aired live on the CBC. Valery has been a participant in the Astoria Music Festival under the musical direction of Ruth Dobson. Valery has been a musical coach and director for the PSU theater department. She specializes in opera, musical theater, and liturgical repertoire. Valery specializes in opera, musical theater, jazz, contemporary and liturgical repertoire. |
 Valery Saul voice, opera coaching |
|||
|
||||
