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Feb. 7, 1911- Feb. 3, 2008

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In our last installment (Nov. ‘07 issue), we delved into Chicago’s singing scene. This month we keep our mittens on as we bounce back over to New England for a stop in Boston.

CS’ favorite violinist returns with tales of conductors and his criteria for what makes a maestro great, and not so great.

A fundamental part of the online Classical Singer Community since its creation in 1998, the General Interest Forum is more than a resource. For classical singers and those interested in the art of singing it has become one of the most popular discussion panels available on the Web. Here are some quotes from some great moments this past month on the forum. Want to voice your opinion on something here or otherwise? Visit www.classicalsinger.com.

As opera moves to the big screen, the value the industry places on being physically attractive seems to be on the rise. What value should beauty have in the opera world? Are pretty singers treated differently, and if so, how does this affect their vocal development? What value do you place on your looks, and how does it affect your sense of worth as a performer?

Tenor Giuseppe di Stefano passed away March 3, leaving wonderful memories in the minds of his older fans and fabulous recordings available everywhere that can thrill old and young alike. Born in

Dr. Jahn advises singers what to do to ensure healthy and
beautiful singing after a period of vocal rest.

Practice makes perfect, right? Well, what do you when complaining neighbors make practicing difficult, if not impossible? CS’ Rachel Antman found herself in just such a situation and decided to search out possible solutions.

Internationally acclaimed conductor Donald Runnicles is beginning his last season as music director and principal conductor with San Francisco. The Scotsman has his eyes on a new adventure: general music director of the Deutsche Oper Berlin. Runnicles sat down recently with CS’ Stephanie Adrian to discuss the job change, several projects with which he is currently working, and how he views the future of opera.

Have you ever wished you could get inside a general director’s head in an audition and find out what he or she is really thinking? Well, here’s your chance. Stephanie Adrian reviews a recent Opera America Workshop where general directors shared their thoughts. She followed up two weeks later with Atlanta Opera General Director Dennis Hanthorn, asking more questions singers have always wanted to know from those who do the hiring.

To MySpace or not to MySpace? That is the question. Read advice from those who “do” to those who “don’t.”