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Discover the secrets of the greatest singing schools in history with The Old School of Singing ®
The Monsalve Leyton Method is the culmination of direct generational heritage knowledge and techniques from three of the most important singing schools in the world: the Manuel Garcia School, the Arturo Melocchi Method, and the Ettore Campogalliani School.
Through the Monsalve Leyton Method ™, you'll not only master the traditional techniques of The Old School of Singing ® but you'll also discover vocal freedom, power, and effortless high notes that are usually impossible for the average singer. You'll learn that high notes connected to the chest resonances are a common thing among The Old School of Singing ® students.
The Maestro
The master and the heritage line behind The Old School of Singing® Academy
Meet Maestro Giancarlo Monsalve: the lirico spinto tenor of Covent Garden, the Arena di Verona and the Seoul Arts Center, and the living link to the García, Melocchi, Del Monaco and Campogalliani schools that he now passes on to every student of The Old School of Singing®.
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The lineage
Four schools, one unbroken line
Monsalve’s technique was not learned from books. It was handed down, person to person, from the schools that produced Mario Del Monaco, Franco Corelli, Luciano Pavarotti, Renata Tebaldi and Mirella Freni. Follow each line to see how every teacher connects to him.
The García school
Bel canto · the foundation of modern technique
- Manuel GarcíaThe great 19th-century teacher of singing
- Mathilde MarchesiHis pupil in Paris
- Emma CalvéPupil of Marchesi · the legendary Carmen
- Gina CignaSeven years with Calvé
Nora Lopez Von Vriessen
Chilean Soprano former student of the Legendary Sopranos Gina Cigna and Maria Caniglia.
Monsalve studied with Lopez Von Vriessen in Vina del Mar and Santiago, Chile from the 2001 till 2003Giancarlo Monsalve Viña del Mar & Santiago · 2001–2003
The beginnings
First steps · Viña del Mar
- Carlos SantelicesChilean tenor
Mario Barrientos
Chilean Tenor former student of the Tenor Carlos Santelices.
Monsalve studied with Barrientos in Vina Del Mar, Chile in 2002 and 2003Giancarlo Monsalve Viña del Mar · 2002–2003
The Pola & Campogalliani school
Breath · space · musical intelligence
- Arrigo PolaModena · first teacher of Luciano Pavarotti
- Ettore CampogallianiTeacher of Pavarotti, Tebaldi and Freni
The adviceLuciano PavarottiPupil of Pola and Campogalliani · it was Pavarotti himself who sent Monsalve to study with Mirella Freni
Mirella Freni
Italian Soprano former student of Ettore Campogalliani
"Campogalliani was also teacher of Renata Tebaldi, Luciano Pavarotti, Renata Scotto, Ferruccio Furlanetto and Ruggero Raimondi"
Monsalve studied with Freni in her academy in Emilia Romagna, Italy, giving him the first Nicolai Ghiaurov Scholarship in 2004 and 2005Giancarlo Monsalve Emilia-Romagna · 2004–2005
The tenor’s craft
Pisa & Tuscany · 2006–2007
- Rodolfo CellettiMusicologist, critic and voice teacher
Dano Raffanti
Italian Tenor former student of the famous musicologist, critic and voice teacher Rodolfo Celletti.
Monsalve studied with Raffanti in Pisa, Italy from 2006 until 2007.Giancarlo Monsalve Pisa · 2006–2007
- Nicola MosconaBass of the Metropolitan Opera
Lando Bartolini
Italian Tenor former student of the MET Bass Nicola Moscona.
Monsalve studied with Bartolini in Tuscany, Italy in 2007.Giancarlo Monsalve Tuscany · 2007
The Melocchi school
Dramatic power · open throat · affondo
- Arturo MelocchiTeacher of Mario Del Monaco
- The advice
Giancarlo Del Monaco
Italian Regisseur, son of the legendary Tenor Mario Del Monaco.
(This is a special mention); In 2008 Giancarlo Del Monaco heard Monsalve in his debut of Luisa Miller in Leipzig, Germany.
After that G. Del Monaco decided to give Monsalve a few tips with some of the secrets of his father and strongly adviced Monsalve to study with Leodino Ferri and follow the Melocchi school that made his father one of the bigest Tenors in history.Giancarlo Monsalve Leipzig · 2008
Leodino Ferri
Italian Bass. One of the last direct former students of Maestro Arturo Melocchi.
Monsalve learned the Melocchi method with Ferri in Rome, Italy in 2009.Giancarlo Monsalve Rome · 2009
The breath
Fiato · breathing support
- Eugenia KemenyWagnerian singer · Caballé’s teacher
Montserrat Caballé
Spanish Soprano, former student of the Wagnerian Singer Eugenia Kemeny who has teached her the superb "Fiato" technique that made her famous in the world.
Monsalve studied with Caballé in a Masterclass in Zaragoza, Spain in 2009.Giancarlo Monsalve Masterclass in Zaragoza · 2009
The Del Monaco line
The tenors of Mario & Marcello Del Monaco
- Mario & Marcello Del MonacoThe great dramatic tenor, his brother and their pupils
Nicola Martinucci
Italian Tenor former student of Marcello Del Monaco.
Monsalve studied with Martinucci in Rome, Milan and Taranto, Italy from 2009 until 2015.Giancarlo Monsalve Rome, Milan & Taranto · 2009–2015
Corneliu Murgu
Romanian Tenor former student of Marcello Del Monaco
Monsalve studied with Murgu in Timisoara, Romania in 2010 between his performances of Tosca.Giancarlo Monsalve Timișoara · 2010
Gianfranco Cecchele
Italian Tenor former student of Mario and Marcello Del Monaco
Monsalve studied with Cecchele in Galliera Veneta, Italy in 2011, between his performances in ROH in London and Arena di Verona.Giancarlo Monsalve Galliera Veneta · 2011
Giancarlo Monsalve
Every line leads to one voice
1-TO-1 Online and in Person
PRIVATE LESSONS WITH MAESTRO MONSALVE LEYTON
(A Life Changing Investment for your Voice)
Unleash your voice potential with the real secrets, training, techniques, and methodology of The Old School of Singing ® directly with Maestro Giancarlo Monsalve Leyton and earn your place by becoming part of the generational knowledge wealth of these historic schools, Garcia, Melocchi, Del Monaco, Campogalliani.
Our online sessions are conducted through our private and encrypted high-definition built in video and audio call system to provide an exceptional learning experience. The private lessons are stored with no limit of time in our servers in the individual members area of the School. This allows for easy access and review at your own pace with the best audio and video quality.
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Singular Lesson
OVERBOOKED
(Flexible Booking)
1 EXCLUSIVE HOUR PRIVATE LESSON WITH MAESTRO MONSALVE
400€ x Lesson
Experience the benefits of an exclusive premium one-to-one private lesson with The Old School of Singing Voice Master Giancarlo Monsalve.
In these personalized sessions, you will receive tailored instruction, undivided attention, and valuable insights.
Through Giancarlo's expert guidance, you will enhance your vocal range, power, fiato, support, and passaggio, while boosting your confidence as a singer.
(Valid for one month)
400€
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2 Lessons Package
OVERBOOKED
(Growth Package)
TWO EXCLUSIVE LESSONS 1 HOUR EACH WITH MAESTRO MONSALVE
300€ x Lesson
Save 200€ when you book 2 premium sessions with Maestro Monsalve: 300€ instead of 400€ per hour.
As an added benefit, you will gain access to the exclusive chat group for regular private students at The Old School of Singing. This group offers a supportive and interactive learning community for students to connect, share experiences, and grow together in their musical journey. Book now and enhance your learning experience.
(Valid for one month)
600€
(SAVE 200€)
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3 Lessons Package
OVERBOOKED
(Prime Focus Package)
THREE EXCLUSIVE LESSONS 1 HOUR EACH WITH MAESTRO MONSALVE
250€ x Lesson
Enjoy a 450€ discount when you book 3 premium sessions with Maestro Monsalve 250€ instead of 400€ x hour.
As with the other packages, you will gain access to the exclusive chat group for regular private students at The Old School of Singing. This group offers a supportive and interactive learning community for students to connect, share experiences, and grow together in their musical journey. Book now and enhance your learning experience.
(Valid for one month)
750€
(SAVE 450€)
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4 Lessons Package
OVERBOOKED
(Consistency Package)
4 EXCLUSIVE PRIVATE LESSONS ONE HOUR EACH WITH MAESTRO MONSALVE
200€ x Lesson
Enjoy a 800€ discount when you book four one-hour Premium sessions a month with Maestro Monsalve at 200€ instead of 400€ x hour. This package is designed to provide consistent, in-depth guidance, ensuring steady progress and the development of a solid vocal foundation. As an added benefit, you’ll gain access to the exclusive chat group for regular private students at The Old School of Singing. Book now to elevate your vocal journey with dedicated, ongoing support.
(Valid for one month)
800€
(SAVE 800€)
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Coaching Package
OVERBOOKED
4 LESSONS PACKAGE:
1 HOUR WITH MAESTRO MONSALVE + 3 HOURS WITH CERTIFIED COACH
650€
Experience a unique and comprehensive vocal training package with The Old School of Singing. This special offer includes: One exclusive, personalized one-hour lesson with Maestro Monsalve, where you will receive tailored instruction and valuable insights to boost your singing skills PLUS three one-hour lessons with a certified coach from The Old School of Singing, trained under Maestro Monsalve’s mentorship.
(Valid for one month).
650€
Back to the Old School™ Our Podcast is here!
is the official podcast of The Old School of Singing®, hosted by internationally acclaimed tenor Giancarlo Monsalve. Recorded inside the Tuscan Villa, the podcast blends conversations on operatic technique, artistic careers, legendary voices, industry insights, and the human experiences behind the stage. In a relaxed Salon-style atmosphere, Maestro Monsalve, his students, friends and colleagues from the industry gather to discuss voice, legacy, discipline, and life itself.
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