Anna Mandina

Anna Mandina is an Adjunct Professor of Voice at the University of Missouri-Columbia (MU), her alma mater. She specializes in lyric soprano roles within opera, having performed with notable companies such as Sarasota Opera, Opera Fort Collins, and Opera Maine. Her recent roles include Countess Almaviva in Le nozze di Figaro and Liù in Turandot, praised for her "robust soprano" and emotional depth. Mandina holds a B.M. in Vocal Performance from MU and an M.M. in Opera Performance from The Boston Conservatory.

• Education: B.M., University of Missouri-Columbia; M.M., The Boston Conservatory

Her research interests focus on vocal technique, historical interpretation of Italian bel canto, and the intersection of opera with 19th-century social narratives. She has received acclaim for her performances in Puccini and Mozart operas, emphasizing dramatic lyricism and vocal agility.

Mandina’s awards include national recognition in vocal competitions, underscoring her technical and artistic excellence. She currently teaches voice at MU, sharing her expertise with students while maintaining an active performance schedule.