Singers are often on the road, and fall is an especially busy time for flying the friendly skies. As you’re booking your travel, consider these terrific tips for finding great deals that won’t break the bank.
Can you use the skills you’ve honed as a singer—listening, observing, and communicating with teachers, coaches, fellow singers, and audiences—to benefit other areas of your life?
In this edition of her quarterly column, Ana María Martínez gives her take on what attire works and doesn’t work for auditions and competitions—and don’t miss this experienced singer’s tips on how to pack light and still have what you need.
If you’re a mezzo-soprano, chances are you’ll be trading in those Carmen hips for a pair of breeched trousers à la Cherubino at some point in your vocal career. For many mezzos, the art of portraying a boy on stage is a challenge. When done effectively, however, it can lead to some of opera’s most memorable, rewarding, and versatile roles.
A former winner of the Pavarotti Competition who has gone on to an international career remembers Pavarotti for his warmth, decisiveness, and encouraging nature.
Classical singers are always on the road, but we have to call somewhere home. Where do you want to headquarter your career? Having focused now on both coasts, in New York and San Francisco, Classical Singer takes you to the middle for the third installment of our Headquarters series. Button up your coats, singers—this is Chicago.
How do you practice? When do you practice? What do you practice? And most importantly, why do you practice? This month we examine the singer’s practice routine, or lack thereof, and see if it needs a tune up. Take a look at these ideas, and see if they can be a springboard for you to return to your practice with new energy and enjoyment.
Pavarotti was a great icon for many. For me, he was my inspiration to sing. Every day for three years I used to watch him living life to the fullest,
Juilliard’s Edith Bers recently participated in the Juilliard School International Masterclass and Concert Series at the Hong Kong Academy of Performing Arts. CS’ Sarah Lobegeiger was in the area and caught up with Bers for a discussion of East vs. West when it comes to singing.
CS’ favorite retired Met violinist remembers the great tenor for his kindness, his humor—and his lack of talent at the chessboard.
From the effect of Prednisone on the singing voice, to fear of dentists, to teaching a student with mono, Dr. Jahn provides answers to a host of singers’ questions. If you have a question for the doctor, e-mail jahn@classicalsinger.com.
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