Sherrill Milnes is universally acclaimed as the foremost operatic baritone of his generation. He sang over 650 performances at the Met, where he was honored with 16 new productions, seven opening nights, and ten national telecasts. Milnes received his bachelor of music education degree from Drake in 1957 and master’s in music education in 1958. The singing icon will return once again to Drake to present master classes and lectures with his talented wife, Director, and Administrator Maria Zouves, this Thursday and Friday. Events will be held on the Jordan Stage in Sheslow Auditorium. All events are free and open to the public.

Thursday, Sept. 28

• A lecture and Q&A on “The Business of Singing,” 2–3 p.m.
• Voice Masterclass with Milnes, 7:30–9:30 p.m.

Friday, Sept. 29

• The Audition Panel: Selected Drake students sing a mock opera audition and receive feedback from Milnes and Zouves, 11 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
• Voice Masterclass with Zouves, 2–3:30 p.m.
• Lecture: “Sherrill Milnes––My Life on Stage,” 7:30–9:30 p.m.

—Ann Cravero, Department of Music