Brooke Lieb was a favorite presenter at the 2005 CS Convention, and she returns to this year’s convention with plans for even more hands-on Alexander Technique experiences. Find out how this technique can dramatically improve your singing. From releasing tension to helping with performance anxiety, F.M. Alexander’s methods offer something for everyone.
Even with the release of a new recording and the demands of an international career, this jet setting soprano still finds time to help those singers who will follow her. In this Classical Singer exclusive, Marquita Lister discusses how she finds fulfillment through her involvement with the “Negro Spiritual” Scholarship Foundation. Don’t miss Rudolph Cleare, president of the foundation, for his presentation on Spirituals as Art Song at this year’s convention.
A beautiful voice is important—but it isn’t enough in today’s market. Acting, looks, image, résumé, recordings, all come together to make for an effective singer’s package. If you’d like to learn more about how to turn your talent and skills into a complete, marketable package, join Cindy at the Third Annual Classical Singer Convention in May. She’ll also be meeting with singers one-on-one for mini and full-length private consultations.
Classical Singer’s 2005 Stage Director of the Year returns, with insights on role preparation to help you take your performance to the next level.
Houston Opera Announces Appointments Houston Grand Opera reports that Hector Vásquez has been named program director of the company’s Studio, and that next fall Kathleen Kelly will become head of
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My love of all things historic, cultural, and Italian has made Philadelphia one of my favorite places. From Constitution and Independence Halls, to the Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts,
Are you a young mezzo or a teacher of a young mezzo looking for a great German aria? Matching up this Fach and language can be a challenge, but here’s Erda with a host of ideas for you or your student. If you have a question, e-mail Erda at erda@classicalsinger.com and look for your answer in a future CS issue.
Met Ticket Sales Down for 2005 The Metropolitan Opera has suffered a downturn in ticket sales, according to a report by The Associated Press. The Met had expected to sell
Dear Editor: It seems as though the name of my voice teacher has completely escaped my article, “Bell Canto & Bell’Esperienza” in the January 2006 issue of Classical Singer. Since
