January 2010 – All Articles

Three revolutionary thinkers who are also heavily involved in summer programs that train singers discuss their ideas for changing the way singers are educated. Read their thought-provoking ideas and discover how they are implementing them in their own areas of influence.

Oberlin celebrates its 22nd year hosting a summer program for singers. Two years ago the program changed locations from its long-time home of Urbania. Find out how the program is faring in its new Tuscan home—the small Italian village of Arezzo.

Read about a unique program that focuses on art song and pianist/singer collaboration as it prepares to celebrate 25 years in 2010.

Tucked away in beautiful Alaska, a summer festival has been thriving for 30 years. Its remote location doesn’t keep it from bringing in some of the best musicians around. And on the list of alumni? Mezzo-soprano Vivica Genaux. Read how the festival shaped her musical development, as well as what’s in store for 2010 when founder Jo Scott hands the reins to her successor, Terese Kaptur.

Metropolitan Opera mezzo Heidi Skok launched a new program in upstate New York in 2009. Read what singers and faculty who participated in the inaugural year have to say and find out what’s in store for 2010.

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 determine which program will best suit your needs.

Last month Cindy told you how to make a good impression before you land the job. Now she shares how to keep it up once you’re on the job to ensure future contracts with the same company.

To be a poet is to speak for the group by giving voice to our collective emotions and stories—and, as singers, it is our job to interpret and express those stories. As we start the New Year and begin our song again, it might be a good time to look at this important relationship. Let’s hear what the singer’s next-of-kin, the poet, has to say about us.

Explore the best ways to manage the most vital aspect of your Internet presence: your music.

Singers query Dr. Jahn for advice on the possible reasons for hoarseness after swimming, whether or not chanting while meditating is hard on the voice, what to do about acid reflux, and more. If you have a question for the doctor, e-mail him at jahn@classicalsinger.com.

Read up on a new comprehensive guide about the ins and outs of musical theatre auditions, and find out how this book can readily apply to any audition, crossover or not.

Attending a summer program most often requires a serious financial investment. Find out a few ways to cut on costs whether studying in the States or traveling abroad.