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The Bipolar Classical Singer

In this conclusion to the two-part series, Rodriguez carefully and compassionately takes readers through the realities and possibilities for the singer who is bipolar. Discover ways to not only cope and survive but also thrive.

Nov 01 Theresa Rodriguez

Madison Rising

While some say opera is meeting its demise, Madison Opera has emerged as a leader in the industry.

Nov 01 Megan Gloss

A Man and His Music : Glendower Jones and Classical Vocal Reprints

With music stores closing left and right, one man and his legendary music collection struggle to stay afloat. Read about Glendower Jones and how he became known as the man who “is the answer.”

Nov 01 Ann Marie Wilcox-Daehn

Early Bird or Night Owl : Strategies to Make Your Performance Shine, No Matter the Time

Four singers and a registered dietician share tips for diet, exercise, and rest on the day of show to help you sing well whether your performance is morning, noon, or night.

Nov 01 Greg Waxberg

How to Brand, Market, and Promote Your Opera Company

In article three of this five-part series on how to create your own opera company, learn the ins and outs of creating a strong brand through a logo, company name, and mission statement. Then read how to market and promote that brand through social media and the press.

Nov 01 Genevieve Thiers

Leading Tenor? : What a Bore!

The leading tenor may get the girl, but the character tenor gets the laughs and so much more. Steven Cole explains what makes a character tenor.

Nov 01 Steven Cole with Joseph Smith

Gathering Feedback : Nine Tips on Asking for It and Understanding It

Can’t figure out why you’re not getting ahead? Receiving conflicting advice? Here are some tips for sleuthing out the truth and putting it to use.

Nov 01 Amanda White

The Entrepreneurial Career : Got Grant?

Raising money from foundations isn’t easy, but several funders want to support artists just like you.

Nov 01 Amanda Keil

From the Editor : What Other People Want

I have a love-hate relationship with e-mail. I love it because it makes communicating with others so much easier! I hate it because my ever-overflowing inbox is also ever-overwhelming. But

Nov 01 Sara Thomas

Bulletin Board : News, Tidbits, Musings, and more

New Conductor Bites Off More Than He Can Chew Conducting the Oslo Philharmonic, Vasily Petrenko won excellent reviews for his season-opening performances, but comments the 37-year-old Russian later made to

Nov 01 Maria Nockin

Necessary Performance Equipment

“A lot of the students have gotten the message that the song is as much about the text as the music. But sometimes they interpret the text by itself, not

Oct 29 Carol Kirkpatrick

Knowing Your Value

At a workshop at Manhattan School of Music, two recent alumni spoke about the challenges and surprises they faced in transitioning from students to professionals. They each described how

Oct 23 Angela Myles Beeching