Lindemann Young Artist Development Program

The goal of the Metropolitan Opera's Lindemann Young Artist Development Program, founded in 1980, is to nurture the most talented young artists through training and performance opportunities.

Administration & Faculty

Yannick Nézet-Séguin, Artistic Director

Melissa Wegner, Executive Director

Myra Huang, Head of Music
Meredith LaBouff Piper, Assistant Director
Ellen Goodnight, Administrator
Nicolò Sbuelz, Principal Coach
Ken Noda, Musical Advisor

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About LYADP

Learn more about the Lindemann Young Artist Development Program at the Metropolitan Opera.

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Auditions

The Lindemann Young Artist Development Program holds annual auditions to find the next generation of most talented opera stars.

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Alumni

View a list of the Lindemann Young Artist Development Program alumni.

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