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Founded with an eye towards reviving the "Grand Opera" tradition in America, EMBRA offers a small select roster of vocal artists with rich, layered voices that bring a special warmth and color to their presentation. Consummate musicians and actors our artists arrive the first day of rehearsal ready to step on stage in character. Known for "rescuing" productions, EMBRA provided their first artist to a company with only six weeks notice in 2004, again with only a few weeks notice in 2005, with only forty-eight hours notice in 2007, and with only twenty-four hours notice in 2008. These exceptional artists not only know the role but bring a special touch to any production. EMBRA artists have the unique ability to "climb into the skin" of the characters they portray on stage. Our instrumentalists offer the highest degree of musicianship as well as a wonderful interpretation of the classics when performing. EMBRA artists make a strong emotional investment and are known to please crowds wherever they perform.
Recent events, and inquiries, have provided the impetus for EMBRA to consider adding both conductors and stage directors to our family of artists. We would then be able to offer a resource for companies seeking those professionals that share our vision that the voice is first, and foremost, in creating successful opera while style and character being responsible for creating the "flavor" of the production envisioned by the director and conductor. It is our belief that opera should reach into one’s soul, to grab the heart and move you to emotional highs and lows, much as the composers planned when creating their masterpiece by putting pen to paper.
EMBRA represents vocal artists, instrumentalists, conductors, and stage directors for both North and South America. We also maintain an active relationship with a General Agent in Brussels for International Artists. Considered "company friendly", and highly aware of the budget constraints and casting concerns companies currently experience, we welcome your questions and comments and urge the opera community to explore a relationship with us. |
