2022

Preparing for an audition means hours, days, and weeks of practice. Yet all the practice in the world can be for naught if you do not also pay attention to two other parts of audition preparation.

American mezzo Eve Gigliotti recounts the experiences, struggles, and opportunities that helped launch her professional career. Read on to learn more about this celebrated singer.

Do you ever feel the "holiday struggle"? If so, you are not alone. Minda Larsen shares some tips to help survive-and even enjoy-the holidays as a singer.

Practicing is crucial for vocal development, but it can be overwhelming trying to practice when you don’t know where to start. Here are some strategies to help you get the most out of your practice sessions!

Every year, musical theatre faculty at colleges and universities everywhere hold auditions for want-to-be musical theatre majors. Read on for five tips to have a solid audition.

The 2022 winners of the Pellicciotti Composition Prize are Timothy Takach and Caitlin Vincent. Their opera, Computing Venus, provides a fascinating glimpse into the life of astronomer Maria Mitchell.

Many singers love both performing and teaching. As faculty in Voice and Choral Music Education, we offer strategies for choosing a college that nurtures both passions.

Sample lesson. Trial lesson. Consultation lesson. These are all terms related to the suggestion, “Take a lesson.” What follows is some how-to advice along with wisdom from Darrell Babidge, chair of Juilliard’s voice studio faculty. 

With classes back in session and deadlines for the end of the semester already looming, the search for artistic integrity can be pushed aside. Read on for a reminder of how to check in with yourself and recall why it is you sing.

What you choose to do with the 10-15 minutes before and after vocalizing may be the most important factor you will ever consider for the health and performance of your voice. Read on to learn more about re-defining the warm up.

Introducing Julia Tooker, first place in High School II Musical Theatre and third place in High School II Classical. Read on to learn about her thoughts on singing and what she is planning on next.

What are my listeners thinking and why did they suddenly start taking notes? Audition panels can be hard to read. Knowing the expectations for your level can ease your mind and help you succeed. Here is our audition thought process.