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Without costumes, sets, or blocking, concert work can sometimes leave a singer feeling nearly naked on stage. To help you feel more comfortable, five singers offer their perspectives on how to interpret vocal music in a concert setting.

Singer of the World Competition Announces Winner Valentina Naforniţă of Moldova, who was born in 1987, has been awarded both the Jury Prize and the Dame Joan Sutherland Audience Prize

They say that hindsight is 20/20. Learn from others’ “perfect vision” and avoid potential mistakes as you begin your college career.

To share your comments about CS, e-mail editorial@classicalsinger.com.

When I was growing up, my father had a lot of typical “dad” expressions. When we were driving in the car, if another driver failed to yield, turned in front

Learn how to be a true professional in the rehearsal setting by following Cindy’s always straight-forward and sage advice.

Don’t let your efforts to save a buck cost you more time, money, and hassle in the long run.

Find out what the recent merger between two top programs means for young singers.

Role preparation in the real world often means much more work than is typically required during your student years. But it’s never too early to start acting like a professional. Whatever level you’re currently at, following these seven steps will ensure your complete preparation.

Read about this 30-something college senior’s remarkable journey from one-time successful business owner who lost everything to opera-star hopeful.

There’s more to Texas than 10-gallon hats, cattle, and the Alamo, especially when it comes to university music programs. Find out why so many singers are flocking to four such programs.

Sometimes canceling just isn’t an option. So what should you do when you must sing while under the weather? Find out here.