Classical Singer talks with AGMA’s Tom Jamerson.
Rule One expresses the very power of a union. Will it work for classical singers?
While CS’s opinion poll may not be representative of every member and the dissatisfied are more quick to respond, these opinions reveal significant evidence of frustration
In terms of protection for the singer, we’ve come a long way. In the first two of three parts of our exploration of the unions, we examine working conditions for the singer, then and now.
Classical Singer salutes a man as beloved for his personal gentility as he was admired for his radiant art.
For the trained soloist, singing in a choir or opera chorus may be artistically rewarding, or a way to pay the bills between solo engagements. How do you sing in a chorus and still make sure your solo voice stays intact?
Based on the proposition that the consumer’s knowledge is the purveyor’s power, a marketing expert offers some startling ideas about selling opera to the masses.
When you’re up close and personal singing that tender duet, the last thing you want to think about is your breath (or theirs!). Dr. Jahn explains some of the causes of dragon breath, and what you can do to prevent it.
Renowned soprano Martina Arroyo has served as a member of the National Endowment for the Arts and the Hunter College Foundation, and after 20 years of service she is now an honorary trustee of Carnegie Hall. Today Ms. Arroyo is a professor of music at Indiana University.
In 1985, Richard Miller’s book The Structure of Singing was published to much acclaim on the vocal pedagogy circuit. Miller now offers workshops where he demonstrates and lectures on pedagogy with a decidedly technical slant. Singer/teacher Christine Thomas reviews one of these workshops.
Interviewing Dame Joan Sutherland was an exhilarating experience. This true queen of bel canto opera was shy and self-effacing about her ability to communicate her views on singing and careers.
Liposuction is the most popular cosmetic procedure done in the US today– but despite its overwhelming popularity, singers should be aware of the risks as well as the benefits.
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