In the autumn of 2025, the Finnish Cultural Foundation is set to launch the Mirjam Helin Academy, an initiative that seeks to provide further education for ambitious young singers and to support them in the formation of their artistic identity. The Mirjam Helin Academy will provide a two-year programme, and teaching will be given in intense weekend sessions and at summer courses to be held across Finland, in collaboration with leading Finnish practitioners in the field.
Mirjam Helin Academy to support young singers
The curriculum builds on the already significant support for singers provided by the Finnish Cultural Foundation and helps young students find their own artistic voice.
Application Guidelines
The curriculum includes musical study and training, stage presence, vocal technique, language skills, phonetics, communication, repertoire, text analysis, artistic vision and values, international networking, practical skills within the music business, mentorship and much more. Applications open on 20th January 2025. See the Application Guidelines below.
