Hello friends/family/supporters/fans:
From June 29-July 6, 2013, I will be in Amsterdam, The Netherlands competing against opera singers from around the globe in the International Hans Gabor Belvedere Singing Competition.
According to the competition's website, 70% of singers who participate in the finals receive operatic engagements by either the members of the jury or other spectators. They refer to this competition as a veritable "singers’ stock exchange”, where casting agents, operatic directors and singers from all over the world can connect.
This is the opportunity I've been hoping and working towards since graduating with my masters. Help me make this opportunity a reality!
Let's Break it Down:
I need to raise $2500 for this trip.
The entrance fee for the final rounds is $183 USD. The cheapest flight I've found on kayak.com is $1500. The average cost of hotels in the city if $100 per night, which should be around $700. With a little help from my savings, and the remaining $117 and my personal savings, I will be able to cover the cost of food and incidental expenses.
The perks for your donation:
$5: A hug from yours truly!
$25: a card with a pic of me in front of the Het Muziektheater in Amsterdam!
$50: a hug, and a box of delicious Belgian chocolate
$75: a card, a hug, and a box of chocolate!
$100: a card, a hug, chocolate, and a cd of arias sung by me!
$500+: A ticket to my next recital or professional opera role, my undying devotion, the card, a big hug, and a box of chocolates!
This competition could be a huge step for my career- but it won't happen if I can't raise the funds in just a few short weeks!
For those who are unable to contribute, please share this campaign on facebook and/or tell others who may be able to contribute! The use of social media to spread my message will be just as pivotal as the donations themselves! Thank you all!