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December 2025 Issue

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University Spotlight: University of Michigan

The Department of Voice & Opera is a vibrant and diverse community dedicated to fostering artistic excellence and academic rigor. Our students develop the technical proficiency and expressive depth necessary to excel in today’s artistic landscape.


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Rewriting the Rules: Brittany Renee’s Joyful Journey

Soprano Brittany Renee embraces challenging repertoire while prioritizing her personal life. Asking herself “Am I ready?” helps her focus on a growth mindset and see each point of her career as a learning experience.  


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The Tongue: What Does It Mean? (Part 1)

What exactly is the function of the tongue? Explore the anatomy of the tongue and how it can benefit you!


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Does Posture Really Matter?

You’ve probably heard your voice teacher say it a thousand times: “Fix your posture!” But did you know why they care so much? Posture isn’t just about looking poised; it actually has a profound impact on how your voice functions.


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Learning New Opera in the 21st Century

New Opera is the new norm. American Opera singers are not only expected to have mastered the standard repertoire, but also the skills to learn operas being composed today. But even now, the American operatic musical language is expanding and with it, the expectation of singers to arrive at workshops, first rehearsals, or even a coaching, with a solid understanding of the musical, vocal, and dramatic landscape. 


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Performing from the Heart or the Head?

In today's modern Western world many of us seem to have lost touch with that aesthetic, insightful part of ourselves, our "gut level" or heart feeling when it comes to the world of music and performing. We have become a brain culture; we tend to live inside our heads.


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University Spotlight: Illinois Wesleyan University

At Illinois Wesleyan University, music isn’t just studied — it’s lived. The School of Music delivers conservatory-level training within a close-knit liberal arts community, giving musicians the rare opportunity to develop both artistic mastery and personal confidence.


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Operatic Adventure in Colorful Colorado

Long associated with cozy snow, summer hikes, and stunning vistas and mountains, Colorado and its nearly six million residents lean into their love of the great outdoors. But in a state known for its laid-back but thriving cities and the slower, opera has found a way to keep Coloradans fulfilled with several unique companies.


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College Connection: Make Each Credit Count

Making your course schedule is a bit like playing a game of Tetris—you have to fit everything you need in perfectly. Read on to get the most value from your tuition dollars!


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The Doctor Is In: Ask Dr. Jahn – Vocal Fold Hemorrhage

How big is the risk of vocal fold hemorrhage when taking high concentration ibuprofen for pain? Join Dr. Anthony Jahn as we explore the different aspect and answers of this question.


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