A first generation Russian-American, Nicolai Janitzky grew up in California speaking both Russian and English. This, coupled with his abilities as a singer, is quickly making him a proponent of Russian art song. Janitzky shares his wisdom on singing in Russian, what makes a good coach, tips for ensemble work, and more.
Singers beware! You don’t want to make your recording in a padded studio where the sound is dead. Here’s all you need to know to make a great recording—and feel great while you do it.
A good coach can mean the difference between a career that truly sings and one that merely warbles. Joan Krueger—Classical Singer's 2004 Coach of the year—has helped make that difference for many a singer. Ms. Krueger received her award last month during the Classical Singer convention at the Hartford School of Music.
Getting a manager is a major stepping-stone int he move from amateur to professional- but how does a singer go about achieving this important goal? One singer asked CS that very question; Cindy Sadler provides the answer
Bulgarian mezzo-soprano Vesselina Kasarova made her operatic debut in her native country with the Sofia Opera. She came to international attention in 1989, making her first appearances at the Zurich Opera, and only two years later debuting in both Salzburg and Vienna.
Tosca’s Moment of Indecision A soprano was enjoying the warm winter temperatures of a South American city where she had been engaged to sing Tosca. During a performance, just as
Dear Editor: I really enjoy receiving and reading Classical Singer. I find the information, articles and tips pertinent to my own career as a singer and performer. Thank you CS!
July is Classical Singer’s Coach’s Month. This Coach issue happens every July—and it gives us the opportunity to spotlight a coach as Coach of the Year. This year we chose
Dear Erda: First, please let me thank you for all of the resources on your website (www.cindy-sadler.com) and your advice column. My question for you is about contracts. I have
Can motherhood and divahood co-exist? Balancing a career, especially a singing career, and a family presents enormous challenges. Mary Jane Johnson, mother of two and international opera star, talks candidly about the joys and struggles of being both a mom and a singer.
Rest in Peace, Eva Likova! University of Michigan professor emeritus, Eva Likova, died March 15 at her suburban Detroit home. She was 84 years old and had suffered from Alzheimer’s
Dear Editor: Classical Singer magazine has been a wealth of information to me as a young artist. Your articles are very unique to the opera world and have broadened my
