opera & sonG Workshop

singers in residence retreat

come as you are!

For singers, the voice is already a disciplined instrument – trained, honed, and capable of extraordinary expression that demands everything of the singer: body, heart, soul.

This retreat is an invitation to engage with instinctive, unformed sounds, to discover the raw impulse – the breath of sound before it becomes shaped into music – as a gateway to authentic expression. Both a return and a renewal, it will deepen each individual’s technical approach while rekindling the primal essence of their voice: its honesty, its power, and its vulnerability.

collaborative
at its core

Voice is sensation, vibration, and release. This workshop draws insight from practitioners across disciplines – movement, bodywork, psychology, dramatic practice, and vocal release – to offer an integrated approach and enter into a dialogue: how can the singer, skilled in the art of breath release, follow this primal journey into resonance and form?

With experienced guidance singers are invited to meet their primal, unfiltered, raw sound arising from breath, emotion, and physical presence. From this foundation, we turn toward arias and songs: honing these liberated impulses into formed, resonant sounds – allowing form to grow out of effortless embodied freedom. Under the direction of a dramatic practitioner, the liberated voice evolves from private release into artistic communication.

The retreat offers a safe space to lean into the edges. There will be opportunities to work individually with Arwel and Tom, and to receive their expert guidance and support.

daily sessions

A week of exploration, inspiration and expertise.

Morning

Yoga | Breath | Group Workshop

Each morning begins with gentle yoga and breath work on the terrace, where the sea and sky set the tone for the day.

From there, the group comes together for an inspiring workshop led by Arwel, and Tom. With just twelve participants at most, every session feels personal, supportive and full of discovery.

Afternoon

One-to-one Sessions | Explore Voice

In the afternoons, you’ll have space for focus, with smaller groups and individual attention. Each singer will enjoy at least two one-to-one sessions with Arwel, offering time to explore their voice in depth and with care. There will be sessions with a pianist to work on your repertoire.

Afternoons and evenings are a perfect time to explore the luscious, sprawling Komito estate and Syros Island. Have a swim in the sea, in the private cove or from the beach. Head into the city to explore the beautiful neo-classical town and the gorgeous Apollon Theatre.

Evening Soirée

Song | Music | Talks

Evenings at Komito are centered on fun and togetherness, casually sharing, in the relaxed atmosphere around the fire, cocktail in hand; coaches and participants are encouraged to join, to make music, sing or simply sit back and listen.

workshop leaders

We are here to facilitate your journey.

Arwel Treharne Morgan

Vocal Studies Professor

At the heart of Arwel’s teaching is a guiding ethos: to facilitate release in both voice and body, enabling a return to innate expression.

A London-based vocal coach whose students benefit from a wealth of experience at the highest levels of professional performance. After gaining a scholarship to the Royal Academy of Music with major awards for both piano and voice, he went on to study in the US and at the Banff International Centre, Canada.

His early performing career took him to internationally recognised venues and festivals – including the Royal Festival Hall, Royal Albert Hall, Wigmore Hall, Lincoln Centre New York, and the Royal Opera House – as well as frequent broadcasts on BBC Radio 3.

Arwel has devoted most of his working life to his prolific singing studio, where he brings his insights to bear in developing singers at all stages.

Arwel Treharne Morgan

Thomas Guthrie

Director | Singer | Musician | Dramaturg

Thomas Guthrie is an award-winning British director, singer, musician and text-based dramaturg, with a particular passion for helping singers bring character, physicality and meaning to every performance. A former Jette Parker Young Artist Stage Director at the Royal Opera House, he has directed major operas and theatre in leading houses and festivals internationally, recent highlights including Aida (Liceu, Barcelona), Semele (Barcelona, Rome, Paris, London) and the acclaimed opening of the Edinburgh Festival in 2025.

As a performer and arranger he has sung and played widely, from solo recordings with John Eliot Gardiner to acclaimed collaborations with Barokksolistene and their Alehouse Boys, featured on BBC4. His arrangement and performance of Schubert’s Die schöne Müllerin with them was released to great acclaim in 2023 on Rubicon Classics.

Matilde Wallevik

Workshop Creator | Organiser

Danish mezzo-soprano Matilde Wallevik grew up in Greece and speaks multiple languages fluently. Trained at top conservatoires in Copenhagen, London, and Moscow, she has performed leading roles – including Carmen, Ulrica, and Cherubino at houses across Europe, including The Royal Opera House UK and the Royal Danish Opera. This autumn, she sings The Countess in The Queen of Spades at the Greek National Opera.

Matilde has a MA in Cultural Policy and Management (London City University) and is a former Artists Manager at Rayfield Allied.

After many years of experience in the world of opera, this masterclass is designed to reground and renew the very foundation of your singing. BREATH.

www.matildewallevik.com

our approach

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Vocal Breath

Guiding you through
breath release and energy flow,
bringing new ease and resonance
to your singing.

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Director

Shaping the journey
of the week so that each step
builds naturally, deepening your
experience and integration.

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Body Awareness

Helping you explore
body awareness – release tension,
and discover the connection
between movement, release and sound.

pricing

Opera & Song Workshop

Six-Day Retreat | Seven Nights
Shared Twin Room: €1300 per person (two guests sharing)
Private Double Room: €1950 (single occupancy)
Rates will vary for shorter or longer retreats

What’s included:

– Transfers: Syros airport/port to Komitobetween Komito and Syros airport/port
– Lodging: Board and stay at Villa Komito
– Workshops: Sessions with our experts
– Guest Speakers: Sharing areas of expertise
– Cooking: ‘Five Great Greek Dishes’ with Nella
– Excursions: Scheduled Syros trips
– Activities: Guided hiking – Komito hills/Syros

What’s not included:

– Flights and ferries to Syros
– Off-island excusions (transport and meals)
– Tips for our attentive Komito staff

Programme

opera & song

WORKSHOP

daily schedule

A day in the life at
Komito Singers Workshop

opera

& Song

WORKSHOP

8-15
MAY
2027

Syros

getting here

Getting to Syros is easy.
Fly to Athens or Mykonos,
and connect to Syros by air or sea.

Upon arrival at Syros port or airport,
a member of the Villa Komito team will
welcome you and escort you to Komito,
where your creative journey begins.

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