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Health is a large word. It embraces not the body only, but the mind and spirit as well;… and not today’s pain or pleasure alone, but the whole being and

Nearly 15 years ago, soprano Alexandra Deshorties won the Metropolitan Opera National Council Auditions as well as a spot in the coveted Lindemann Young Artist Program. Winning at a young age seemed to lay out success for her future. And while she has ultimately found success, it has been a long and atypical journey—one laden with thoughts of throwing in the towel and wondering where she truly fits within this career. But now with a new sense of self, Deshorties shares why she stuck with it and how she is finding fulfillment today—both on and off the stage.

Life is all about difficult choices, but sometimes those choices can make or break a career. Find out the critical things you need to know and consider to make the best decisions possible.

Win support for your project by getting people as excited about it as you are.

During audition season, the only feedback singers often get is a “Yes” or a “No.” Consider this vocal checklist for getting detailed and helpful feedback to more effectively evaluate your vocal technique.

Joseph Mechavich’s burgeoning career is, in short, an inspiring lesson in networking. Through his words and story, young artists and professional singers alike can learn how to be prepared and get hired—not once, but again and again.

Camille Zamora leads a unique singing career by helping others. Read about her path to establishing a non-profit and how she manages to balance that with an international singing career and her personal life.

Saying “yes” to an offer to sing a role can seem like a no brainer. And yet, saying “yes” can sometimes be detrimental to both voice and career. Singers, YAP directors, and managers weigh in on how to determine if a role is right for your voice.

Bridging the gap between the academic world and an operatic career can seem an impossible task. A singer and general director share their advice for making it possible.

Amanda White opines on a few Internet etiquette topics, including what to do if a colleague posts an unflattering video of you and how to respond when badmouthed on an online forum.

Six publicists offer some fantastic free advice for
those publicizing themselves.

I have often joked that I have a decision-making disorder. It took me three and a half years to finally marry my husband. I spent a year doing graduate work