2008
Take The Lead : Collaborate Successfully With Your Pianist

Auditions are nerve-wracking enough. Factor in a pianist with whom you have never worked and the situation can become even more dicey. You can make your pianist’s job easier, however, and ensure that you both enjoy the audition experience. Laurie Rogers, assistant conductor with the Opera Company of Philadelphia, tells you how. Meet and work with Rogers at this year’s Classical Singer Convention.
Apr 01
Certified Classical Singers ’07-’08

After three intense rounds of competition among more than 200 applicants, the judges of the AudComps 2007 named 13 singers Certified Classical Singers for 2007-2008. This month, we feature soprano Meredith Hansen from the Emerging Professional Division. Be sure to join us for the exciting AudComps Finals Concert at this year’s Classical Singer Convention to hear those vying for the title of Certified Singer ‘08-‘09.
Apr 01
Certified Classical Singer ’07-’08

After three intense rounds of competition among more than 200 applicants, the judges of the AudComps 2007 named 13 singers Certified Classical Singers for 2007-2008. This month, we feature soprano Jan Cornelius and mezzo-soprano Jennifer Kosharsky, both from the Emerging Professional Division.
Mar 01
Emotion in Song : Part II

In this second part of a two-part article on German Lieder, Wolfgang Lockemann continues his discussion on the differences between opera and art song, with clear examples for how to overcome these differences, which are often stumbling blocks for singers. Whatever language of art song you’re currently working on, find the keys to true expression here.
Mar 01
The Doctor Is In

Do you have a question for the doctor? E-mail jahn@classicalsinger.com.
Mar 01
Opera Mommy : Soprano Robin Wiper juggles music and motherhood

Many singers choose to continue their careers at full speed while coping with the challenges of being full-time parents. Soprano Robin Wiper was one of them. Now she shares the reason she made the decision to slow down and stay at home with her children.
Mar 01
Fatherly Roles in Opera

Women are not the only singers in opera that having children affects.
Mar 01
From Diva to Diapers

Women in opera are taking on the role of a lifetime and having it all, balancing high-maintenance careers with motherhood. Five divas sit down to discuss how they determined when it was the right time to have kids and how that decision has affected their careers.
Mar 01
Echoes from the Forum

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.
Mar 01
The Ultimate Negotiation : Being Both Dad and Divo

Does having kids make you a better artist? Can you stay in
touch with your kids while you’re constantly on the road? Are the issues of balancing career and family different for male singers than female singers? Three singers who know the ins and outs, struggles, and joys of juggling fatherhood and a singing career discuss this and more.
Mar 01
Editor’s Note : Creating a Life to Love

When singers consider the tricky issue of balancing career and family, many questions arise. When is the right time to start a family? Should you home school your kids and
Mar 01
Letters to the Editor

Tell us how we’re doing. Tell us about the articles that have helped you and articles you’d like to read. We would like to publish your comments, received either by e-mail at editorial@classicalsinger.com or in the mail at P.O. Box 1710, Draper, UT 84020.
Mar 01

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