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Opera in ‘The City Different’ : The Santa Fe Apprentice Singer Program
Nestled in the mountains of New Mexico just an hour from Albuquerque in small-town Santa Fe sits one of the most prestigious opera companies in the U.S. Each summer Santa Fe Opera welcomes artists and patrons from around the world for a first-class opera experience in its unique outdoor setting. In addition, the opera company trains 43 Young Artists in its Apprentice Program, the first of its kind in the U.S. Meet a few of the Young Artists participating in this summer’s program and find out how their experiences are preparing them for life beyond Santa Fe.
Why Opera Singers Should Take Musical Theatre Classes
When considering electives to complete your degree, a musical theatre acting class might be just the thing to take your performance to the next level. That’s what happened for one New York City-based singer.
The Singer’s Library – Different Strokes for Different Folks
Previous books from the So You Want to Sing series that have been featured in this column have covered genres ranging from jazz to country to sacred music. The already
Druid City Opera Workshop : Unlock Your Potential with Pro Hough
Start looking ahead through the cold winter months to a program with a top-notch faculty and unique offerings for singers of all abilities. Plus see what past participants have to say about their experiences.
The Future of Opera
Chicago is not only home to one of the top opera houses in the U.S., but that opera house also hosts one of the best Young Artist Programs in the country. Several of the 15 fortunate young artists currently participating in the program, along with the faculty and staff who provide their training and support, share with readers this month what makes this program so truly remarkable. The Patrick G. and Shirley W. Ryan Opera Center at the Lyric Opera of Chicago is much more than just a training ground for the classical singing stars of tomorrow.
Between the Moon and New York City : Isabel Leonard
Mezzo-soprano Isabel Leonard’s skyrocketing career began in the city most singers consider a destination. Yet even while growing up in the Met’s shadow, Leonard didn’t know for certain that she would end up on its stage. Blessed with a level-headed mother who helped her keep things in perspective, Leonard followed her voice wherever it would lead her. Now that voice—after years of hard work, training, and lots of determination—continues to take her around the world.
Opera Moms
Singers who are mothers weigh in on the challenges and rewards of doing both.
How to Start Your Own Opera Company
Are you discouraged by the lack of performing opportunities available? Sometimes the best solution to no opportunities is to take matters into your own hands and create your own. In this five-article series, the founder of OperaModa walks you through how to start your own opera company.
Improv Goes to the Opera
Find out how two opera companies and one training program are using improvisation to draw audiences in and how it is proving beneficial for both audiences and singers alike.
Turning the Spotlight on Opera and Singers
A program in Austin, Texas, founded by Classical Singer’s very own Cindy Sadler, is finding its wings as it continues to grow in its seventh season in 2013. Read how the program has expanded over the years and about the types of opportunities it is providing emerging singers at a variety of levels.
A Different ‘Company Debut’ : Singers' Paths to Their First Solo Albums
What does it take to sign a record deal? How does recording differ from singing live in a hall? How can a singer prepare? Greg Waxberg interviews singers and recording executives for the answers to these questions and more.
The Value of Young Opera-tunities
The next generation of singers hones their craft while exposing opera to new audiences through six unique outreach programs.
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