The Team
Who We Are
Zhanna Alkhazova
Founder & Artistic Director
The original founder and Artistic Director, Zhanna Alkhazova is a fierce advocate of classical music and its relevance in today’s society.
As a dramatic soprano, Ms. Alkhazova has earned accolades and acclaim for her memorable performances in a range of iconic soprano roles. Heralded by Opera News for her "bright, sword-flashing sound," in the title role of TURANDOT, her notable recent engagements include the title roles of MANON LESCAUT, TOSCA, ELIZABETTA in Don Carlos, DONNA ELVIRA in Don Giovanni, TAMARA in Demon among others. She has sung with Sarasota Opera, Commonwealth Opera, Opera Connecticut, Regina Opera, New Jersey Opera, Geneva Light Opera, Boston Lyric Opera, Des Moines Metro Opera among others.
Beyond the opera house, Ms. Alkhazova is a dynamic presence on concert stages. Her most recent successful Carnegie Hall Mainstage Debut with the New England Symphony Orchestra marked a significant milestone in her growing career. She has performed on some of the nation’s most prestigious concert stages, including Lincoln Center Alice Tully Hall, Avery Fisher Hall, Bard Music Festival, Jordan Hall, Sanders Theater, Majestic Theater, and most recently, the Perelman Art Center, NYC. Her international performances both in concert and on operatic stages have taken her to Italy, Ireland, Russia, and Canada, showcasing her versatility and artistry.
Zhanna Alkhazova is the recipient of numerous awards and recognitions and has been honored with top prizes in the NJ Verismo Opera Competition and the London International Music Competition, as well as an Encouragement Award from the Wagner Society of New York. Additionally, she earned the distinction of being named a semi-finalist in The Montserrat Caballé International Singing Competition and the Elizabeth Connell International Competition for Dramatic Sopranos.
Originally from Moscow, Russia, Ms. Alkhazova grew up in the New England area where she completed her studies, graduating with a Master of Music Degree from Boston University. Ms. Alkhazova resides in CT with her husband and daughter.
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Melynda Davis
Vice President
Lyric soprano Melynda Davis has performed with companies including Boston Lyric Opera, Opera Boston, the Boston Pops, Boston Opera Collaborative, Lowell House Opera, Opera Providence, Empire Opera, New York Lyric Opera, the Martha Cardona Theater and Manhattan Opera Studio. She has placed first in the NATS Competition and second in Boston's Leontyne Price Vocal Arts Competition, and was a finalist in Connecticut Opera Guild’s Competition. Melynda sang in the East Coast premiere of Mary Watkin’s American Opera Dark River with the Mount Holyoke Orchestra. Recently, she performed Dan Shore's Freedom Ride with MassOpera, and performed with Boston Modern Opera Project in their "Roaring Twenties" concert. On the roster of Opera on Tap Boston and member of their Board, she participates in performances in and around the Boston area. She is currently the soprano section leader at the First Baptist Church, Lexington.
Marina Balber
Secretary
Dmitry Isenberg
Board of Directors Member
L.M. Ritch, Esq. –
Member
Inna Alkhazova
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