2007

A Salzburg Summer

The University of Miami’s Salzburg program celebrated 20 years this past summer, and Kathleen Szalay gives a full report. From master clinicians to a well-organized schedule, this program has a lot to offer.

Jan 01 Kathleen Szalay

You Are What You Think : Part II

In Part 1 of “You Are What You Think,” Lynnette Owens examined several financial thoughts that may be interfering with both your financial and singing success. She assigned you to start observing your financial thought patterns and taught you about affirmations as a method of changing those thought patterns. In Part 2, discover the singing thought patterns that may be negatively affecting both your singing and your financial success.

Jan 01 Lynnette Owens

Making It When You Don’t ‘Make It’

Contributor Michelle Kunz begins a series this month introducing CS readers to several “older” female singers. These singers have agreed to share their ups and downs, struggles, and successes in an industry where everyone seems to be searching for the Fountain of Youth. Gain strength, insight, and support from the lives of these women, beginning this month with “Candice.”

Jan 01 Michelle Kunz

Editor’s Note : Navigating in a Teeming Profession

New York City cab drivers come in a variety of flavors. You meet all kinds: from those who talk on their cell phones non stop as they zip through the

Jan 01 Sara Thomas

Letters to the Editor

Tell us how we’re doing. Tell us about the articles that have helped you and articles you’d like to read. Share with us and our readers how YOU are doing and what you’re finding makes you a more successful classical singer. We would like to publish your comments, received either by e-mail at editorial@classicalsinger.com or in the mail at P.O. Box 1710, Draper, UT 84020. The opinions expressed are not necessarily the view of Classical Singer magazine or the publisher.

Jan 01 CS Staff

Bulletin Board

Submit entries to the Bulletin Board by e-mail at bulletinboard@classicalsinger.com.

Jan 01 Maria Nockin

Not Just a Sore Throat?

The cold and flu season drags on, with no immediate respite in sight. Dr. Jahn comes to the rescue with more sage advice for knowing when a sore throat is really a symptom of a deeper problem.

Jan 01 Anthony Jahn, M.D.

Ask Erda : Choral Gigging and Fair Compensation

Do you enjoy choral singing, but aren’t sure how to prepare your materials to make you a viable candidate in the professional choral gigging job market? Or have you done so many “freebies” that it’s now just expected that your performance is on the house? Then read on for Erda’s practical answers to both questions.

Jan 01 Cindy Sadler

Studying in Germany Courtesy of the U.S. Government : Signing Off

In CS’ Fulbrighter Jennifer Porto’s final column about her experiences in Germany during the past year, she writes of the similarities and differences between the German and American singing scenes.

Jan 01 Jennifer Porto

Inspirazione! : Disciples of the Pear Garden: Notes from a Chinese Opera

As the sleeping giant wakes, all of us will be learning more about China. If you’ve been wondering about Chinese culture and Chinese opera, here is a peek into this ancient form and the dedicated artists who have struggled to sustain it.

Jan 01 Lisa Houston

The Heart Chakra

Our series on the seven chakras continues. This month read about the heart chakra and how balancing the fourth chakra can help you improve your relationships with others as well as enhance the emotion and heart with which you sing.

Jan 01 Suzanne Jackson

Certified Classical Singers ’06-’07

After three intense rounds of competition among more than 200 applicants, the judges of the AudComps 2006 named 13 singers Certified Classical Singers for 2006-2007.This month, read about soprano Joohee Choi and bass-baritone Kwang Kyu Lee, both from the Emerging Professional Division.