Philadelphia · classical voice · artistry

A voice that
moves through you.

Philadelphia-based professional opera singer and vocal coach Emma Bachman brings luminous storytelling to the stage—and grounded, individual craft to every voice.

Soprano Emma Bachman performing onstage in a black gown

American Opera Adventures · 2024

Opera Singer · Vocal Coach · Arts Advocate

01 / About

Music begins where
language ends.

Professional opera singer and vocal coach Emma Bachman holds a master’s degree in Vocal Performance from Austin Peay State University and is a former Miss North Dakota Volunteer titleholder.

Originally from Springfield, Illinois, Emma earned her bachelor’s degree in Vocal Performance from Western Illinois University after attending Lincoln Land Community College. Her stage work ranges from Mozart and Monteverdi to contemporary American opera, alongside international study at the Accademia dell’Arte in Arezzo, Italy.

A private voice coach since 2017, Emma has also served as a musical director and taught at The Arts Alliance and Point O’Pines Camp. Her work as a performer, educator, and arts advocate is rooted in a deep belief that confident technique creates space for honest storytelling.

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Recognition & training

On stage and beyond

Emma has performed in masterclasses with Lisette Oropesa and Eileen Downey and premiered Santiago Veros’s I Will Dream With You as a soloist.

2025

APSU Concerto Competition

Winner

2025

NATS Mid-South Regionals

1st, MT9 · 3rd, CL9

2024

NATS National Auditions

National Semifinalist

2023

Accademia dell’Arte

Arezzo, Italy

In performance

A life on stage

From intimate recital rooms to fully staged opera, Emma brings clarity, presence, and vivid storytelling to every performance.

Emma Bachman in a dramatic duet onstage
American Opera Adventures · 2024
Professional portrait of Emma Bachman
Emma Bachman · soprano
Emma Bachman performing in a staged opera production
Opera performance · 2024
Emma Bachman singing in recital with a pianist
In recital
Close portrait of Emma Bachman during a performance
American Opera Adventures · 2024
Emma Bachman in a red-lit dramatic opera scene
Opera performance · 2024

Selected performances

Listen & watch

Opera, art song, and moments from the concert stage.

01

O wär ich schon mit dir vereint

Beethoven · Fidelio · APSU Concerto Winners Concert, 2025

02

Adieu, notre petite table

Massenet · Manon · APSU Concerto Winners Concert, 2025

03

Nichts

Richard Strauss · 2025

04

When I Look at You

Wildhorn · The Scarlet Pimpernel · Musical theatre

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On the music stand

Selected repertoire

A snapshot of stage, concert, and recital work. Full repertoire available by request.

01

Full Roles

  • Pamina · The Magic Flute — Mozart
  • Stella · The Last Sorcerer — Viardot
  • Zelda ’24 · The Ghosts of Gatsby — Mack
  • Lady Fortunato · The Cask of Amontillado — Chacon

02

Opera Scenes

  • The Tales of Hoffmann — Offenbach
  • Die Walküre — Wagner
  • Armide — Lully
  • Scipione — Handel
  • L’incoronazione di Poppea — Monteverdi

03

International Study

  • La bohème — Puccini
  • Le nozze di Figaro — Mozart
  • L’elisir d’amore — Donizetti
  • Accademia dell’Arte · Arezzo, Italy · 2023

The online studio

Your voice.
More fully yours.

One-to-one online lessons that help singers develop a healthy, authentic, and confident voice—supported by reliable technique and a deeper connection to the music.

  • Ages 12+ · younger students by audition
  • Musical theatre · classical · folk · pop
  • Audition, college & BFA preparation
  • FaceTime · Zoom · Skype

Evening and weekend availability · Eastern Time
Daytime appointments by request

Choose 30 minutes for focused check-ins, younger singers, or targeted repertoire work. Choose 60 minutes for comprehensive technique, audition preparation, and deeper repertoire coaching. Select “Book or buy” to reserve a single lesson or purchase a package securely through SimplyBook.me. Package purchases are non-refundable except where required by applicable law. Lessons may be rescheduled and must be used within six months of purchase. Students select a recurring weekly appointment after purchase; availability is not guaranteed until confirmed.

Inside a lesson

Technique with a purpose.

Emma’s studio is goal-oriented and preparation-focused, building disciplined musicianship that serves the whole performer.

01

Check in & release

A brief check-in followed by individualized stretching and breath work.

02

Build the instrument

Posture, breathing, and vocal exercises selected for the singer’s voice and goals.

03

Understand the craft

Practical education in vocal, musical, or performance technique—not just what to do, but why.

04

Apply it to repertoire

Focused work on music the student cares about, with clear feedback and next steps for practice.

Before your first lesson

Tell Emma where you want your voice to go.

  • What songs or styles are you interested in singing?
  • What do you enjoy singing—and what do you listen to?
  • Which artists or performers inspire you?
  • What are your goals in singing, performance, and musicianship?
  • How much time can you realistically dedicate to practice?
Start the conversation

Let’s make something resonate

Performance,
collaboration, or lessons.

Tell Emma a little about your project, performance, or voice goals. She’ll respond personally after reviewing your inquiry.

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