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Now is the time when those of us who compile summer reading lists start looking for good books to page through. Whether in search of an easy beach read, musical inspiration, or in-depth study, this column offers three different options of new publications for summertime perusal. 

Columnist Peter Thoresen reflects on three years penning “Crossover Corner!”

Chronic stress has other effects on our bodies, including poor metabolic health. Many of the contributing factors to stress in a performer’s life, from the physical demands of performing to the inconsistent sleep schedule and the sleep deprivation of late nights, contribute individually to illness. Consider your sleep schedule: have you ever had a gig or a concert that ended late at night? Or your food schedule: what do you eat before and after a performance?

The first edition of The Vocal Athlete, published in 2014, was one of the first vocal pedagogy textbooks to focus primarily on singing in contemporary vocal styles. Authors Wendy D. LeBorgne and Marci Rosenberg also published a companion workbook of vocal exercises titled The Vocal Athlete: Application and Technique for the Hybrid Singer. 

In this interview, co-author Cynthia Vaughn identifies how “class voice” differs from voice lessons and discusses how The Singing Book has evolved over its 20-year lifespan.

Opera and musical theatre composer Jeanine Tesori recently spoke at Opera America about writing for singers.

In this column, we explore singers to watch, celebrate new albums, and note new resources for singers and other industry changes. Here is what's happening this winter!

Can't afford to catch a cold this winter? Read on to see what Dr. Jahn recommends to avoid getting sick!

This holiday season many singers can expect to have performing work in churches. Here are some issues to take into account as you prepare for these jobs.

Welcome to part four in our Tool Time series, where we provide reasoning and use cases for items for singing and maintenance of the voice. In the hot seat this time: The Breather Voice.

Approaching your career with the empty billboard concept can often be the easier and safer choice. But is it important to express beliefs and opinions? Here are some thoughts.

New York City’s subway stations are typically filled with unpleasant noises—screeching trains, screeching people, and distorted PA announcements. But some fortunate commuters encounter beautiful opera singing instead, thanks to an organization called The Opera Collective (TOC).