May 2014
Long-Term Investment Pays Off : Jay Hunter Morris
While stepping onto the Metropolitan Opera’s stage as Siegfried in 2011 certainly did catapult tenor Jay Hunter Morris into the spotlight, he is hardly an overnight success. after years of study, struggle, and downright hard work, He Now has a busy schedule of bookings well into 2017 and this native Texan says he is having the time of his life. CS caught up with Morris just before his opening as Paul in Die tote Stadt with Dallas Opera to learn more about his journey from paris, texas to a burgeoning operatic career, and how he makes it all work while remaining a dedicated family man.
Ask Erda : A Roadmap for Your Career- Part 2: Finding the Right Opportunities
Choosing what opportunities to pursue can be a challenge. Asking yourself the right questions to determine first what you need to take your career to the next level and then what a program has to offer can ensure you find the right opportunities for you.
The Doctor is In : The Neck: A Singer’s Guide
You’ve seen it in many great singers and probably even in yourself—veins popping out in the neck when the full singing voice is used. Is this a sign of excess tension or nothing to worry about? Find out here.
Musings on Mechanics : The Skinny on Weight Loss & Breath Management
Significant weight loss can be hazardous for the integrity of your instrument and your technique—and the faster the weight loss, the greater the danger. Take these measures to safeguard your voice if you plan to take steps to dramatically alter your weight.
The Entrepreneurial Career : Mailing List Dos and Don’ts
E-mail can be one of your best marketing tools. Make sure your e-mails arrive, are read, and are relevant by following these basic dos and don’ts.
College Roundup : A Glimpse Inside Texas’ Top Music Programs
There’s more to Texas than 10-gallon hats, cattle, and the Alamo, especially when it comes to university music programs. Find out why so many singers are flocking to four such programs.
¡Bienvenidos A San Antonio!
What should you see, eat, and do while visiting San Antonio for the Classical Singer Convention this month? Find out here.
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