Classical Singer Magazine

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Oct 01 Maria Nockin

Distant Voices : Listening to Singers of the Past, Part 1

Can listening to singers of the past, even when the recording is not first rate, be helpful for today’s singers? Discover how the recording business has changed over the years, and read about one expert’s passion for what generations past have to offer today’s singer, including a sense of language and style, and the true art of rubato.

Oct 01 Dean Southern

Where We Sing : Then and Now

Opera houses, living rooms, churches, assembly halls, classrooms, public parks—do the places and spaces you sing in energize or depress you? Did generations past give more thought and attention to acoustics as well as an inspirational setting? Singers put enormous time and energy into thinking about how and why we do what we do. Let’s take a moment to think about where we sing.

Oct 01 Lisa Houston

Stewart, Stearns, and the Dutchman

After years of singing in Vegas and in choirs, baritone Jason Stearns—encouraged and mentored along the way by former leading baritone, Thomas Stewart—has finally arrived at center stage. Stearns discusses how his relationship with Stewart influenced his interpretation of the great roles, such as Wagner’s Flying Dutchman, his career path, and his life.

Oct 01 Maria Nockin

Lorgnettes at Lunch

Much of the singing scene has dramatically changed with the passing of time. Some things are timeless, however, like the precarious relationship between critic and singer, or the graceful offstage performance of an always-poised diva.

Oct 01 J. A. Van Sant

Crespin and Herrera on Carmen

Mezzo-soprano Nancy Fabiola Herrera has received rave reviews for her portrayal of Carmen all over the world, including her recent performance at the Met. Herrera credits much of her success to Régine Crespin and the insights Crespin shared with her while the two worked together on the role in Paris. Now, Herrera shares Crespin’s insights and her own in this verbal masterclass on the irresistable Spanish gypsy.

Oct 01 Imelda Franklin Bogue

They Did It Themselves! : Wrapping Up the DIY Summer Program

Singers from around the country have been participating in Classical Singer magazine’s first Do-It-Yourself Summer Program, led by Cindy Sadler. Read about how the program helped singers set and accomplish goals to further their singing careers.

Oct 01 Cindy Sadler

The Tech-Savvy Singer : Constant Contact

Last month, we discussed the ins-and-outs of starting an e-mail mailing list and sending mail blasts. Now we turn to more advanced techniques: sending professional-looking e-mails using Constant Contact and other mass e-mail services.

Oct 01 Amanda White