New Opera Premieres at Railroad Station On October 19, 2013, L.A. Dance Project and a Los Angeles opera company called The Industry gave the world premiere of Christopher Cerrone’s headphone
CS asked summer program directors to share highlights of their 2013 program and tell us what to watch for in 2014. Read what both they and participants had to say—and check out a few photos—here.
Marilyn Horne is a true legend on the operatic and recital stages, as evidenced in the lengthy list of awards she has received. Now, as she approaches her 80th birthday, she continues to create another legacy beyond her stage career—a remarkable and legendary teaching career. Once a student at the Music Academy of the West, Horne has been the music director of the Academy for over 15 years where she continues to mentor, lead, and inspire the next generation of singers. Read about her commitment to both song and opera, how she got into teaching in the first place, and what she considers the greatest joys of being a teacher.
Imagine learning and performing the First Lady in Die Zauberflöte in just 24 hours. Read about Kirsten Flagstad who was a legend for such feats. Also find out how her voice doubled and then tripled in size, making her another legend as a Wagnerian singer.
“Covering the voice” and “bringing the voice” forward are terms nearly every singer has heard, but usually from a voice teacher. Consider these terms from a medical perspective for some additional clarity and understanding.
A voice teacher shares his experiences helping singers regain their vocal abilities during and after chemotherapy.
When your body is your instrument and that body gets sick, you can feel desperate for a quick fix. But don’t let that desperation lead you to make short term choices that could have long term negative effects.
In the final article of this five-part series on how to create your own opera company, learn how to form a board that will support your organization both organizationally and financially. Also discover a variety of creative and fun ways to further fundraise.
If you’re interested in honing your Early Music and Baroque skills, consider one of these seven programs for your summer study.
A lesser-known program in Burgundy, France, offers 10 days of intense preparation for a professional singing career. Find out why one singer is glad she took a chance on doing another training program.
The Daniel Ferro Vocal Program celebrates 20 years, priding itself on passing the torch of singing knowledge from one generation to the next.
World-famous mezzo-soprano Dolora Zajick continues her work training and mentoring young dramatic voices in her eighth year of her summer program.
