Music students are getting in tune with the world of opera as part of a prestigious project run by Welsh National Opera.
Highfields has been invited to take part in the project, which is designed to provide students with an introduction to opera and the art of storytelling through music.
Students were invited to see Welsh National Opera’s dress rehearsal of Carmen at the Millennium Centre, in Cardiff, and will now take part in six workshops alongside other students from the West Midlands to develop their vocal and performance skills, learn operatic repertoire and create their own scenes.
Their efforts will culminate in a promenade performance at the Black Country Museum in June.
Music Teacher, Mrs A Scott, said: “The trip to Cardiff provided a fantastic opportunity for some of the students to see opera for the first time. All of our students behaved excellently and thoroughly enjoyed seeing world class performers on stage.
“They are now looking forward to taking part in six opera workshops led by Welsh National Opera, before their performance at the Black Country Museum.
“It is a wonderful chance for our students to gain experience in the Performing Arts industry, under the guidance of professionals.”
