Sara Janeva
Profile
Voice type
Mezzosoprano
Nationality
North Macedonia
Current Studies
Master Specialized Music Performance Opera, Swiss Opera Studio, Bern Academy of the Arts
Vocal coach
Malin Hartelius
Former musical studies
- 2018–2022: Bachelor of music / Singing-Prof. Vesna Ginovska-Ilkova, Faculty of music Skopje, Macedonia
- 2014–2022: Diploma / Singing-Prof. Violeta Arsovska, DMUC Sergej Mihajlov-Shtip, Macedonia
CV
Most important projects/concerts:
- 2024: Solo Recital, Bit Fest, Macedonia
- 2024: Alto solo in a performance of Seven Last Words of the Cross by James MacMillan with Macedonian Philharmonic Orchestra, choir Pro Ars and maestro Conard van Alphen, Philharmonic Hall, Skopje, North Macedonia
- 2022: Mercedes, Carmen, G.Bizet, 11 performances of the opera in 11 various locations in Slovenia as part of the Pehlivanian Opera Academy, Slovenia
- 2022: Gala Opera Concert Kosta Trpkov, accompanied by Macedonian Opera and Ballet Orchestra, Skopje, Macedonia
- 2022: Solo Recital, Skopje, Macedonia
- 2022: Solo Recital II, Strumica, Macedonia
- 2021: Romansiade: Skopje Summer Festival, Skopje, Macedonia
- 2020: Romansiade: Skopje Summer Festival, Skopje, Macedonia
Between 2020 and 2024, Janeva was an active member of the professional mixed choir Pro Ars, the main choir at Fame’s Project Studio, specializing in recording music for movies, games, and series for major companies such as Netflix and Disney. As a member of Pro Ars, she participated in numerous concerts with the Macedonian Philharmonic Orchestra.
Masterclasses:
- 2022: Singers from Elena Obraztsova Foundation Masterclass in Skopje, Macedonia
- 2022: Janes Lotric-POA, Bled, Slovenia
- 2020: Irina Krutova, Sofia, Bulgaria
Awards:
- 2024: Second Prize, Balkan Romansiade, Athens, Greece
- 2020: First Prize, Balkan Romansiade, Sofia, Bulgaria
Interview: Three questions for Sara Janeva
Why are you studying opera?
Opera is an art form that challenges me to push the boundaries of my vocal, emotional, and artistic capabilities. I am deeply inspired by its timeless aesthetic and honored to contribute to a tradition that preserves and shares stories that resonate across generations. This pursuit drives me to continually strive for artistic excellence.
What was your first encounter with opera?
At the age of 14, I attended a performance by Macedonia's leading coloratura soprano at the Macedonian Opera and Ballet, who would later become my mentor. I was captivated by the extraordinary skill and artistry of the performers, and this experience became a pivotal and inspiring moment in my journey toward opera.
Which is your favourite opera and why?
Donizetti’s Lucia di Lammermoor is my favorite opera due to its gripping emotional intensity, breathtaking vocal challenges and tragic storyline. The opera's themes of love, betrayal, and psychological turmoil are conveyed through hauntingly beautiful melodies, making it a deeply moving and unforgettable experience for both performers and listeners. Its combination of high drama and vocal virtuosity has secured its place as a beloved staple of the operatic repertoire.
