About Merola
Named for Gaetano Merola, San Francisco Opera's first General Director, the Merola Opera Program is an 11-week summer training program featuring classes and public performances of operas to give the selected artists a comprehensive education at this early point in their careers.

Merola Membership
Merola’s prestigious program is made possible by the generous support of our treasured donors. A membership in Merola Opera Program helps support tomorrow’s opera stars today!

Merola's 2008 Summer Season
Find out dates and ticketing information for Merola's upcoming operas, Albert Herring and Don Giovanni, plus the Schwabacher Summer Concert and Merola Grand Finale.

Artists & Alumni
Find a comprehensive list of former participants, and search the personal webpages of some of our illustrious alumni.

National Auditions
Held each fall, auditions for the Merola Opera Program take place in several cities across the country.

Behind the Scenes
Find a listing of the Board of Directors and Staff who support this inspiring program year after year.

Contact Us
We welcome your comments or questions about Merola Opera Program.