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Garden party peephole ☘️ It’s been so lovely

Garden party peephole ☘️ It’s been so lovely to be able to see a small handful of friends in a socially distanced setting in our garden at home. As professional life slowly starts up again, I will be grateful for the reflection the lockdown period somewhat forced on many of us. I confronted some hard truths about my identity as an artist and how - and more importantly why - I want to keep going on this lyrical path. The next month takes me to many new places and the creative impulses are spurring me forward. I hope our industry recovers from this tumultuous time. I’m learning to appreciate the small things and the private joys of music making in the mean time.
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Pictured here is my lovely friend @el.watson2 , photographed by my other lovely friend Bridget Fitzgerald
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Thank you to all the wonderful women who nominated

Thank you to all the wonderful women who nominated me for this! I’ve recently learned the origins of this movement spring from #turkey , where a grassroots effort to raise awareness of femicide & violence against women has gone global, spurned by the recent murder of #pınargültekin . In July alone 40 women have been murdered in Turkey, the vast majority by male relatives. Check out my stories for more information. If you’re able to show some $$ support, here are some women’s rights groups and women‘s shelters in Turkey with which you can connect. @kadincinayetlerinidurduracagiz @small.projects.istanbul @morcati_vakfi
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This is #womenempoweringwomen
#challengeaccepted #empoweringwomen
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Pictured here in the fragmental #opera OFFelia after #shakespeare ‘s Hamlet developed and premiered in #munich in 2015 with my friends and colleagues @till_kleine_moeller @nicole_marianna_wytyczak @ccclouuud Stefanie Fischer, Miriam Waldenspuhl, Udo Terlisten & Georg Beoshenz at the @augusteverding when I was a masters student. 📷 Jean-Marc Turmes. It feels like a lifetime ago, but it was one of the most rewarding and educational experiences of my performing career. We explored the many different representations of #ophelia in #classicalmusic and unpacked the patriarchal forces holding her down. The work felt relevant then and it’s relevant now.
#operasingersofinstagram #soprano #classical #singer #theater #theatre #performance #art #music #women #aussiesofinstagram #germany #deutschland #photooftheday #acting #setdesign #bühne #sängerin #darstellerin #kunst

Summer in the city ☀️ After five months of ca

Summer in the city ☀️
After five months of cancelled performances and little to no income, I’m beginning to focus my energy on future joys like my upcoming #debut in #sweden at @malmoopera and a #recital with my friend and wonderful composer @moritz_eggert in #munich #germany 💛 I can’t wait for those chances to get in front of an audience again and see the light in their eyes as they are filled with the magic that is live music. But the lockdown has also taught me how to appreciate the given moment. Returning to being incredibly thrifty with resources like in my student days. Appreciating that, even as a chronic asthma sufferer, I have my health. And realising that even without the performances my life is rich because there is still music in it.
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#soprano #singer #classical #classicalsinger #opera #operasingersofinstagram #music #classicalmusic #paris #france #laseine #picnic #piquenique @reformation @celine #travel #work #career #summer #river #hopeful #expat #expatlife #diva #divalife #operalife #concert

One more and then it’s back to #divalife #Repo

One more and then it’s back to #divalife

#Repost @alexanderjamesyork
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Here’s to those nights in the south of France and to the joy of looking into those eyes
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#alexanderyork
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#sainttropez #nuitetoilee #baritone #soprano #operasingersofinstagram #operacouple #provence #longhairdontcare #hairties #lesuddelafrance #wholesome
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#vacation #singer #love #couplegoals #joy #party #restaurant #smile #bnw
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#opera #classical #music #provence #france #southoffrance #summer #blond

Never have to steal my kisses from you. 🌅 @ale

Never have to steal my kisses from you. 🌅
@alexanderjamesyork
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#soprano #baritone #sopranoandbaritone #opera #operasingersofinstagram #singing #classic #classicalmusic #sttropez #france #france🇫🇷 #vacation #drunkinlove #amour #amore #sunset #urlaub #paris #melbourne #chicago #oper #theater #theatre #operalife #duet #summer #holiday #provence #riviera #mediterranean

What I’ve learned during lockdown: pants are opt

What I’ve learned during lockdown: pants are optional.
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Aside from Anita in high school, this was the most challenging dancing role I’ve had in my performing career. Valencienne in The Merry Widow at @operette.langenlois . I really had to get in shape and my ego struggled with not being as fit or capable as my amazing dancing colleagues (pictured here in the platinum wigs!), but our wonderful choreographer @selly.meier was so supportive and patient (and made me do planks!!) and I have to say on opening night I really felt like a triple ⭐️ !
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Looking forward to getting back on the stage very soon... ❤️☺️💃🏻
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#opera #operasinger #operasingersofinstagram #soprano #dance #dancing #choreography #music #classical #classicalmusic #theatre #theater #stage #performance #performance #singer

In this calamitous time for our industry, it’s e

In this calamitous time for our industry, it’s elating to see the tiny twinkling fairy light at the end of this dark tunnel. I’m counting my lucky starts today as I can finally share the news of my upcoming #swedish debut as Nannetta in #falstaff at @malmoopera in November 🧚‍♀️ The idea that I’ll once again tread the boards of an opera stage and spread my performance wings will help float me through this coming summer of lost dreams and cancellations.
I’m also ecstatic to be rejoining my #dreamteam #director / #conductor duo, @beerlottede and @sloane_steven for this show! I get to play the actual Queen of the Fairies. It’s going to be magical 🌺 💫🌸🦄🧚‍♀️👸🏻
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Pictured here performing in #strictlygershwin with the @qsorchestra and @qldballet at the @atqpac in 2016
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CAREER INSIGHT SESSIONS In my now abundant spare t

CAREER INSIGHT SESSIONS In my now abundant spare time, I’d like to reach out and offer my insights to singers who might have questions about starting and maintaining a career in Europe, in the form of one-on-one (or two or three!) sessions. I’m not an expert, but I hope sharing my experiences can be helpful to you! Many young singers get in touch with me to ask questions about working around the world as a professional singer, from how to get an audition, to how to talk to agents, to how to find self-worth in a sea of rejection. Sometimes folks don’t have specific questions - it can be difficult to know what to ask - we can just have a chat and hopefully I can shine a light on some of the murkier spots.
Sessions can be as long as you need. For those with means, I would ask you pay for your session by making a small donation to @artistrelieftree - an incredible initiative started by friends and colleagues in the US to provide urgent financial aid to artists in need during this tumultuous time.
For those facing tougher monetary constraints the sessions will be free of charge. 💜
Send me a DM to start the conversation! .
And please feel free to share!
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This 📷 was taken at the stunning @latviannationaloperaballet in #latvia by Sven Beham
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#soprano #opera #travel #work #worktravel #operahouse #singer #australian #aussiesofinstagram #worldtraveler #music #classicalmusic #verdi #operasingersofinstagram #coaching #career #careergoals #careerdevelopment #artistsoninstagram #singing #classicalsinger #guidance #donate #artist #performer #operalife #student #classical #stage

Having fun in the practice room 🙂 I probably woul

Having fun in the practice room :) I probably would never do that extrapolation live, but it was a day for exploring!

A fun memory from the @noordnederlandsorkest Leona

A fun memory from the @noordnederlandsorkest Leonard Bernstein 100th Birthday Concert in the Netherland in 2018! This aria is so much fun to sing ❤️ and so awesome to work with @antonyhermus !! .
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#soprano #singer #classicalmusic #classical #classicalsinger #opera #operasinger #operasingersofinstagram #music #stage #performance #theater #orchestra #netherlands #holland #theatre #operalife #ballgown #eveningdress #solo #aria #highnotes #conductor

This week I’m deep in preparation mode for my fi

This week I’m deep in preparation mode for my first ever performance of Mozart’s C minor Mass with the #bochumersymphoniker in the stunning Anneliese Brost Musikforum in @bochum_de in late February. I’m really enjoying the process. Every coloratura passage I’ve ever studied has been slightly different and I find it important to be constantly moving the voice in a different way. It keeps things fresh. There are a several large interval jumps that will take some technical navigation (there’s even an almost 2 octave jump!). But it’s so wonderful to have music that is truly *new* to me to study. No bad habits!
I’m so happy to be returning to work with this wonderful orchestra in their glorious new performance hall, a space I know and love. This will be my fourth performance in the hall. It is a privilege to really get to know an acoustic so well.
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This is another picture from last week’s New Year’s Gala Concert with @obrassoconcerts and the brilliant @orchestrafilarmonicaitaliana
What colour dress should I wear for the Mozart Mass??
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#soprano #classicalmusic #classical #mozart #singer #singing #performing #classicalsinger #operasinger #operasingersofinstagram #stage #orchestra #ballgown #fashion #theater #theatre #study #practice #coloratura #aussiesofinstagram #germany #deutschland #travel #ontheroad #eveningdress #pink #pfg

2020 is off to a flying start with a big ol’ ope

2020 is off to a flying start with a big ol’ operetta gala in #bern #switzerland with the wonderful Adam Sanchez, conductor Manfred Obrecht, the glorious @orchestrafilarmonicaitaliana and @obrassoconcerts 🎻 The rich sound this orchestra made was truly thrilling 🤩 Thank you @jovanifashions for this dress! In #freiburg now for rehearsals for the final session of my CD recording with @deutschlandfunkkultur and @bastillemusique and then February is very busy! I’m so looking forward to continuing to share this journey with you. I’m grateful for all the messages of support I get through the year from you all 🥰 I’ll be sharing more singing videos and answering more questions about how I got to where I am and where I’d like to go. I wish everyone an exciting year full of artistic truth and meaning. 💓 Oh, and let’s see what we can do about saving 👏🏻 the 👏🏻 🌏 .
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Mendelssohn’s Lobgesang has filled my heart this

Mendelssohn’s Lobgesang has filled my heart this Christmas season in the way only #music can. 🎄 I’m so grateful to @styriarte for inviting me back to #graz where my #pro journey began at @aimsingraz 6 years ago. The audience was warm and loving and my gorgeous colleagues a dream to work with, as usual. And how about that Großes Orchester Graz. Absolute legends.
Tonight is the last official gig of the year, and I feel ready to take my full heart home and enjoy the holidays in our cozy little nook of Paris with @alexanderjamesyork. 2019 was a very, very challenging year for me for many reasons, and I’m looking forward to having some quiet time to reflect on it, and to prepare for 2020. Thank you for continuing to follow my journey! You make me feel less alone in this big wide 🌍
Happy Holidays!
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“Flood vaulted up to her higher range smoothly a

“Flood vaulted up to her higher range smoothly and easily... Flood gave these beautiful works a subtle reading, which was nonetheless full of strength...
Blaues Sternlein was a gentle masterpiece, with the audience collectively holding their breath for the final pianissimos...
Rossini’s Soirées musicales... was where Flood’s coloratura skills really kicked into high gear. La pastorella dell’Alpi showed off her pitch-perfect upper range...
Flood’s singing was pure and strong and her storytelling compelling from start to finish, while Raineri’s accompaniment was thoughtfully balanced throughout. A finely-judged recital of sensitivity and taste, and a pair of talents to watch.”
- Paul Ballam-Cross, Limelight Magazine
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Thank you so much to @limelightmagazine for this incredible review of our Brisbane recital! It’s just so wonderful to be home in Oz ❤️
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@operaqueensland @visitbrisbane @brisbane @creative_brisbane #opera #sing #singer #operasinger #operasingersofinstagram #soprano #sopran #stage #performance #recital #concert #theatre #theater #eveningdress @marchesafashion @swarovski #travel #work #ontour #giglife #music #classicalmusic #classical #artsong #kunstlied #melodie #german #italian #french #piano #liedduo #chambermusic 📷 PixelFrame

Back in ❤️#melbourne ❤️ but took a piece o

Back in ❤️#melbourne ❤️ but took a piece of @operaqueensland with me! Loving the #oq 2020 season #opera glasses! 🎭 @alexplaysthepiano and I were honoured to launch their new #recital series which continues next year with some absolute gem concerts. Check out the 2020 season at the link in their bio! It’s THRILLING to see a major state company support the intimate realm of chamber music, where audiences can peak behind the curtain and see inside an artist’s soul. I hope #brisbane enjoyed getting to know me! .
Gearing up for the next sold-out concert this Saturday night at @temporubato_au with @konradolszewski1 💪🏻🙏🏻🥳
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Today was a good day ❤️ . . . . #soprano #sing

Today was a good day ❤️
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#soprano #singer #classicalmusic #classical #music #musica #musique #musik #opera #oper #operasinger #operasingersofinstagram #performance #performer #stage #theater #theatre #artist #aussiesofinstagram #venice #venezia #italy #italia #ballgown #eveningdress #smile #giglife #motivation #canal #glam @ausatvenice @auscouncilarts 📷 Alberto Salata Photography

This career takes me to some incredible places. Th

This career takes me to some incredible places. This photo was taken on the balcony of the Palazzo Nani overlooking the Grand Canal in Venice. I was elated after a wonderful performance and wanted to capture the moment.
But the life of an artist is not always giddy and glam. It is not straight forward. There is no map. The road is undulating and muddy. Sometimes people point out the pot holes before you see them. Sometimes you’re just stubborn enough to need to fall in them yourself.
I still struggle with the audacity of the self-appointed artistic identity. The single, bittersweet balm is that my resistance of that moniker manacle makes it all the more accurate. Will I improve? Will I continue to receive wonderful opportunities? Will I ever feel completely safe in my work? These are questions I face daily. The answer is: keep trying. As long as you can still ask those questions with a brave and open heart, keep trying. .
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I am hugely grateful to the @auscouncilarts and @ausatvenice at @labiennale in for giving me the chance to try to answer these questions. These people get it. They understand the life of an artist and are there to support #australianart on the local and global stage.
📷 Alberto Salata Photography .
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Tonight’s the night! The semi-final of @thegrang

Tonight’s the night! The semi-final of @thegrangefestival International Singing Competition in #london 🇬🇧 !One of the reasons I entered this comp was the “Pre-1830” repertoire requirement. This meant being able to sing my beloved Schubert in a predominantly opera competition, which hugely appealed to me. After the glorious spring at @songfestus I have a renewed love for #schubert and I can’t wait to share that love with London audiences tonight. The competition has also given me a chance to get back into some of the early(er) music I used to enjoy singing during undergrad. I’ll be opening with Liebesbotschaft, then an aria from L’arbore do Diana by Vicente Martín y Soler with libretto by Da Ponte, and finishing with an old favourite: Vivaldi’s “In furore iustissimae irae”. Offering his melodious support on the keys is @chadvindin (I was so distracted by his beautiful playing at yesterday’s rehearsal that I forgot to come in! 😂)
Featured here is a snippet from a performance of Schubert’s Liebesbotschaft with the absolutely wonderful @sandylin29
Please send me your love and well wishes for tonight. This artist’s path is strange and sometimes lonely, but the chance to make music makes everything worth it. I’m grateful to @thegrangefestival for this chance!❤️
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Performing at @teatrolafenice last night in #venic

Performing at @teatrolafenice last night in #venice was a dream come true. I’m so grateful to the @auscouncilarts and @ausatvenice for making it happen. @labiennale is a truly magical event. Thank you to my wonderful collaborator @chadvindin for being the image of cool, calm, collected professionalism in spite of my nerves and excitement. We are also grateful to the opera for hosting us, and of course the wonderful composers #puccini #alfano #monteverdi #rossini and #verdi whose music we had the honour of sharing with you last night.
One more recital here on Thursday and then it’s off to #australia for our sold our @portfairyspringmusic festival concerts! .
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