As high school singers from around the country prepare to compete in this year’s Classical Singer Vocal Competition, read about four former competitors to find out what they are doing now and how the competition impacted their college careers.
Every singer has felt the practice room burnout, both from frustration and real vocal fatigue. Rather than giving up practicing altogether, consider another method: the art of visualization.
Find out what this mezzo-soprano who once traveled the globe singing is now doing in her studio and masterclasses to help singers free not only their voice but also their passion.
A traditional technique for actors and non-classical singers, improvisation is relatively new for the classical singer. OperaWorks director Ann Baltz has been using the technique for years, however, and seeing the amazing benefits singers gain from participating, including increased freedom both vocally and emotionally.
Soprano Robin Follman shares her journey through infertility, Fach changes, and the ups and downs of it all. Sit down with her at this year’s Classical Singer Convention for even more candid conversations on women’s issues for the female singer.
From law school to a singing career to his current role as artistic director of Seattle Opera’s Young Artists Program, Peter Kazaras is not your typical guy. From his atypical career path, Kazaras has learned what matters most for singers, wisdom that he imparts here and will continue to share at the upcoming Classical Singer Convention.
Have you or a singer you know ever been diagnosed with a “lazy vocal fold”? Just what does it mean, both physiologically and for your vocal health? CS’s resident physician provides the answers.
It’s that time of year again, when singers, general directors, managers, university and high school students, and professors all converge together in one location to network, learn, sing, and share.
Read up on a book and CD set that reveals in full detail everything about the life of Maria Callas and what it was about her voice, performances, and persona on and off the stage that changed the face of opera forever.
Keeping track of the small details of your career is a challenge for every singer. And yet, having and sorting that information could be critical to your success as a singer. Find out why it’s so important and read about a new tool that is making it easier than ever.
If you’re looking to produce your own project, you don’t need to break the bank. Singers turned successful producers share how they put up top-notch productions while keeping an eye on the bottom line.
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