2013

Ask Erda : Singers Behaving Badly

Teachers and opera company directors weigh in to share stories of the growing trend of entitlement by many up-and-coming singers. Such an attitude can not only lead to colleagues disliking you, but it can also mean losing singing jobs. Read on to find out if your own attitude might need some adjusting.

Jan 01 Cindy Sadler

The Entrepreneurial Career : Saying Yes, Onstage and Off

This month glean some lessons on being a good colleague from improv theater, particularly how “saying yes” is so much more than simply uttering the word.

Jan 01 Amanda Keil

Summer Program 2012 Highlights

CS asked summer program directors to share highlights of their 2012 program and tell us what to watch for in 2013. Read their words and participants’ words—and check out a few photos—here.

Jan 01 CS Staff

Prep Work

Four summer program directors discuss what to expect at their auditions.

Jan 01 Kathleen Buccleugh

Early Music in the Midwest

A week-long intensive on early music awaits interested singers in Madison, Wis. Read about what it offers and the bang singers are getting for their buck.

Jan 01 Jennifer D’Agostino

From Pay-To Sing to Tuition-Free

A look at two programs that are making it easier for emerging singers to get the professional training they need.

Jan 01 Megan Gloss

Hearing Loss and the Singer

The ears are a significant and very important part of a singer’s instrument. But in this noisy world, taking care of them to ensure their proper function can be challenging. Dr. Jahn offers his advice for a lifetime of good hearing.

Jan 01 Anthony Jahn, M.D.

The $50 Week : Investing in Yourself

Natural disasters and other incidents beyond our control can make us reevaluate what is truly most important. Olivia Giovetti did just that in terms of money after the recent Hurricane Sandy. Read her observations here.

Jan 01 Olivia Giovetti

From the Editor : Archival Beauty

I have always been fascinated with the passing of time. When I am anxious, fearful, or anticipating something exciting, time seems to stand still and can’t move fast enough. On

Jan 01 Sara Thomas

Bulletin Board : News, Tidbits, Musings, and more

Opera Theatre of Saint Louis Announces Premieres Opera Theatre of Saint Louis has commissioned three new works. As a result, it will have a major premiere at each of its

Jan 01 Maria Nockin

A Transformative Art Song Experience : VISI 2012

For an international experience a little closer to home, consider this summer program located in beautiful British Columbia, Canada. Pianists and singers participate in a three-week intensive on everything art song.

Jan 01 Coco Harris