College & Recruiting
The Key Ingredient of Music Theory from a High Schooler’s Viewpoint
s I finish off my last few auditions for college Vocal Performance and Music Education programs, I am equipped with a perspective on what qualities I possess as a singer
Staying in Touch and On Top of It: Time Management for Music Majors
There are never enough hours in the day for a music major. But by knowing exactly what is expected of you and what you can accomplish, your fall semester is sure to be a successful one.
Rethinking the Goals to Distance and Hybrid Learning
Students and teachers now face a semester unlike one they have ever experienced with new regulations and combinations of in-person and virtual learning. Read on to find ways to manage and benefit from this unfamiliar situation.
Preparing a Classical Singer to be Well-Rounded
Today it is very difficult to survive as a classical musician, partly because classical music is being pushed to the margins of society, but in large part, because the training of the musician who should be oriented to flourish their creativity, constrains and confines them to rigid structures and canonical repertoire.
Thoughts on College with Wicked Music Director Dan Micciche
CS Music recently had the opportunity to host a masterclass featuring Dan Micciche, the current music director/conductor for Wicked on Broadway. He offered some wonderful advice during that class that readers can learn a lot from. Here is a portion of the question and answer session, and if you want to listen to the entire class, look for the link at the end of this article.
The Singer’s Library: Auditioning for College Musical Theatre Programs
The Singer’s Library column in the November/December issue of Classical Singer highlighted the book College Prep for Musicians, which offers information about applying to college music programs. But what about
Musical Theatre College Auditions : Practical Advice
Pay attention to audition requirements for each school where you are applying! Most MT program auditions require 2 contrasting song cuts and 1-2 short monologues, but be sure to keep
Nailing Your University Scholarship Audition
Don’t forget the seemingly small details when preparing for university auditions. They can make a big difference in whether or not you are successful.
The Music Major Minute : The Quest for Your Signature Roles
Don’t wait until the last year of your degree program to formulate a lucrative plan for post-university life. Prepare now to get that degree to pay you back.
Paying that Chunk of Change
Paying university tuition, fees, and books can feel like an insurmountable obstacle. Arm yourself with as much knowledge as you can in tackling this hurdle.
Finding the Right University Voice Teacher For You
Don’t roll the dice this fall with your private voice teacher selection. The research and contact you make will have a lasting impact.
Surviving Diction Class
Every collegiate voice major in the United States sooner or later will have to take diction—the class that teaches how to sing effectively in other languages besides English (although occasionally
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