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After failing chemistry in high school, Tessa Fackelmann’s career path took an unexpected turn from nursing to music. Now, 10 years later, she is a young artist in Opéra de Montréal’s Atelier Lyrique, studying with internationally-acclaimed soprano Nova Thomas. “I’m so grateful to be living my dream as a musician,” Fackelmann says.
At Opéra de Montréal’s 2024 Talent Gala, Fackelmann won the Jury Prize, performing “Enfin, je suis ici” from Massenet’s Cendrillon, an aria she loves for its combination of vocal virtuosity and heartfelt meaning. With her powerful performance abilities, she was also named the First Place Winner of the 2024 Rumbold Vocal Prize and a finalist in the 2025 Hans Gabor Belvedere Singing Competition.
The mezzo-soprano aspires to bring to life characters that are especially meaningful to her. From heroines like Angelina in La Cenerentola to spirited pants roles such as the Komponist in Ariadne auf Naxos, she seeks to understand and communicate their depth. “For me, the joy lies in discovering each character and sharing their stories with as much heart and authenticity as possible,” she says. Fackelmann was given the opportunity to explore one of these characters this past season when she sang Cherubino in Mozart’s Le nozze di Figaro in her house and role debut at Sarasota Opera.
The upcoming season proves to be just as busy and exciting as the last for Fackelmann. She will make two debuts: one with the Opéra de Montréal as Karolka in Jenůfa and the other with The Dallas Opera as The Fox in The Little Prince. She will also perform a recital in the Yukon just before Christmas. With all of these opportunities on the horizon, Fackelmann emphasizes that she’s most excited to grow as an artist, embrace new challenges, and share music that inspires and connects with audiences.
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