2021

Opera Writers Diversity and Representation Initiative

merican Lyric Theater’s Opera Writers Diversity and Representation Initiative (OWDARI) is looking for new voices to take part in its signature Composer Librettist Development Program (CLDP). What should CS readers

Apr 25 CS Music Staff

Meghan Picerno : Bold and Unapologetically Herself

Meghan Picerno credits much of her success not only to her “team” but also to her adaptability, courage, work ethic, and ability to be open to new opportunities. Despite the pandemic’s crushing blow to the classical singing world, these traits have allowed Picerno to adapt to new performing opportunities and learn new skills. Read about her big break, the benefits she has found as a crossover artist, her advice to singers, and her hope for the future of performing arts.

Apr 16 Joanie Brittingham

“Sempre libera” : Conversations with Carol Vaness

Carol Vaness has performed on the world’s most coveted stages in a vast array of roles. Her impact on the opera world will continue to be felt for generations. But how did it all begin? In this first article of a two-part retrospective, Vaness talks about her childhood and adolescence, how she found her way onto the opera stage, and the experiences and relationships that have shaped her artistry.

Apr 13 Elisabeth Marshall

Librettist Mark Campbell

ne of the twenty-first century’s busiest and most influential artists is someone you’ve never heard onstage or seen in the orchestra pit. Librettist Mark Campbell’s operatic work is staggeringly prolific,

Apr 12 CS Music Staff

I Am Not Good Enough – Part I

ecently I was asked to speak, via Zoom, to a group of undergraduate music majors. My main theme: my career started to change once I became conscious of my “self-talk.”

Apr 12 Minda Larsen

The Salzburg Festival at 100

ustrian writer Stefan Zweig referred to the Salzburg Festival as “the Olympic Games of Art in the modern era.” To this day, the Festival regales its audiences with the highest

Apr 12 Maria-Cristina Necula

Expanding Your Broadway Repertoire: Showtune Savvy Part IV

ello CS Music friends! We are solidly into 2021 and I dare say, albeit cautiously, that we’re beginning to see the light at the end of the tunnel. It shouldn’t

Mar 30 Ben Cameron

The Singer’s Library: More New Editions with New Additions

In a second edition, two voice professionals include information on effective voice use for a variety of circumstances.

Mar 30 Brian Manternach

Expanding Your Audition Repertoire: Aria Savvy Part VI

Most audition judges will eagerly hear any singer whose repertoire shows some musical curiosity and a sense of adventure. Why choose only the “standard” five arias in your Fach for

Mar 26 Roger Pines

Ask Dr. Jahn: Singing While Sick

Hello CS Music Community! I have a question for Dr. Jahn. I know with these COVID-19 days, opportunities to perform are limited, (and performing live is even more rare) but

Mar 15 Anthony Jahn, M.D.

Opera of Tomorrow

San Francisco Opera’s Merola Opera Program and Adler Fellowship welcome a new artistic director in Carrie-Ann Matheson. Carrie-Ann Matheson has tapped into a knack for nurturing emerging talent throughout her musical career—something it appears she will continue to hone well into the future.

Mar 15 Megan Gloss

Piano Skills for Singers: Empowering Singers at the Keyboard II

n my last article, I discussed my extensive experience teaching singers to play piano and how traditional methods have not proved effective at preparing them for professional work. I have

Mar 15 Brenda Earle Stokes