Meet Kristine Opolais, the stunning Latvian soprano who won her country’s heart, then Europe, and now America. Her recent Metropolitan Opera debut as Magda in La rondine, which was met with critical acclaim, is just one in a whirlwind of major engagements for the rising star. Find out about the career and culture of one of the top singers of this generation.
Art song and opportunity come to the Land of Enchantment in a competition and festival that is offering prize money, education, and networking experiences to singers.
There are no more baritones, just boy singers. Female singers can belt to a high D, but above that it’s really a controlled scream. Intrigued? Read on for even more insight into the pedagogical world of musical theatre singing.
Wilbur and Orville Wright weren’t the first to take flight. But in 1903, their persistent attempts to take to the sky resulted in the first free, controlled, and sustained flights
With so many summer program options available, how can you possibly know which one is best for you? Ann Baltz brings you a step-by-step evaluation and guide to help you
“I’ve learned that making a “living” is not the same thing as making a “life.” – Maya Angelou Remember this story from last week? Sam met Judith at a
Confucius said, “Choose a job you love and you will never work a day in your life.” For the majority of singers, this is precisely why we do what we
“If you wish to travel far and fast, travel light. Take off all your envies, jealousies, unforgiveness, selfishness and fear.” – Glenn Clark This is part I of my
How’s your memory? We are often much better at remembering incidents of defeat or failure, as opposed to our best moments and this can reinforce low self-esteem and high
Dean Southern, a singer and voice professor who started out as a pianist shares insights on the how-to’s of effective practicing. Find out how to make the most of those
“You can create the energy to turn your dreams into reality by knowing what to say when you talk to yourself.” – Shad Helmstetter I wish I had a
My two-year-old daughter, while searching for a toy, couldn’t see it because it was face down on the floor. “It’s right there,” I told her, pointing at it. “It’s upside
