Christi Amonson
The Music Major Minute: Unexpected Vocal Repertoire, Part Four: French Mélodie
In this column, we will sojourn through some less performed French art songs in the fourth part of a series on unexpected vocal repertoire.
Recital Representation: Making Space for Women Composers
Choosing recital repertoire is an art form that many wonderful artists have been chronicling for decades. Read on to learn about how to include more works by women composers in your recitals as a student and as a voice teacher.
Music Major Minute: Unexpected Repertoire, Part III – German Lieder
Undergraduate and graduate students and teachers can find excellent German repertoire suggestions in the continuation of our “Unexpected Repertoire” series.
The Music Major Minute: Unexpected Vocal Literature Part One – English
The songs you sing in lessons will be some of the most memorable studies of your college years. This column will present the national guidelines for repertoire selection with lists of some unexpected art songs that represent styles and languages that vocal music majors need to learn in English.
Music Major Minute: Unexpected Vocal Literature, Part II – Beyond the 24 Italian Songs and Arias :
Working on your Italian lyric diction is. . . come si dice? Più importante! Outside of diction class and voice lessons, subscribe to DictionBuddy.com or ItalianforSingers.com for pronunciation practice of your song texts. If you are a curious scholar looking for songs beyond the 24 Italian Songs and Arias that will help you level up, this column is for you.
The Music Major Minute: Significance – A Singer’s Super Power
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.
The Music Major Minute : Delving into Latinx Art Songs
Exploring the works of Latinx composers opens new doors to art song repertoire. read on to discover some of the composers and songs featured in performance at the Augusta University Latinx Art Song Festival.
Lessons from Lasso: Believe
Taking a lesson from popular TV show Ted Lasso, read on to find cheerful ways to believe in yourself and your music making abilities.
Sing Your Way through College: Ten Steps to Help Turn Your Talent into a Scholarship
Learn how to nail your college audition with this overview of Michael Chipman’s new book. With highlights from specific chapters, you can schedule your consultation lesson and be prepared to ace your post-audition interview.
Sleep, Study, Sing, Repeat: More Zzzs Lead to More A’s
Sleep is an essential element to physical and mental health, yet many students do not have a solid sleep routine. Case studies explore real-life scenarios you may face that can help you make better sleep choices.
The Music Major Minute : What's New with the Italian Songs and Arias Collections?
Whether revisiting the classics or looking to expand your repertoire into more modern interpretations, find information on which Italian vocal anthology will best serve you.
Music Major Minute: Masks for Singers
Consider the pros and cons of different types of face masks and how well they work with singing and breathing.
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