Linda C. Cotman

Lina C. Cotman was associate editor for Classical Singer magazine from 1998 to 1999.

Air Don’t Bleed : An Interview with Dale Anthony Girard

From the how-tos of fine singing to staying safe onstage, CS has tried to address every aspect of a singer’s career. In this article, reprinted from the last issue of The New York Opera Newsletter (July/August 1998), fight director Dale Anthony Girard shares his tips for playing it safe. Be sure to check out real-life stories from readers about not so safe moments on the stage (pg. 47). For more articles on safety, read the complete July/August ’98 issue in our archives.

Dec 01 Linda C. Cotman

Intense Opportunity : The Merola Opera Program

Established in 1957 and operating under the auspices of the San Francisco Opera Center, Merola is the first step in a series of career-building opportunities that include the Western Opera Theater (WOT) tour, the Adler Fellowships, Brown Bag Opera, the Showcase Series, and Schwabacher Debut Recitals.

Oct 01 Linda C. Cotman

The Best of Three Worlds : Susan Graham

In terms of education, Susan Graham has experienced just about every different type of program available.

Sep 01 Linda C. Cotman

The Renaissance Singer : Study at a Liberal Arts School

In addition to vocal technique, singers need to be knowledgeable about languages, music history and theory, drama, business, publicity, and marketing, and a host of other widely varied fields of study. Where can a young singer acquire this bewildering array of tools?

Sep 01 Linda C. Cotman

Study Aids for SingersPart 2: : MGP Role Study Tapes

The second offering in our continuing review of study aids met with general approval by our panel of professional singers. They found the three-step system well thought-out and implemented, and particularly useful to students who require a diction coach or reperteur.

Dec 01 Linda C. Cotman

Air Don’t Bleed : An Interview with Dale Anthony Girard

“Opera almost always has more vio lence on stage than (non-musical) drama. Just about every production I work with, I run into a singer who has been injured in a

Jul 01 Linda C. Cotman

A Tool- Not The Tool: : Managers, Conductors and Administrators Talk About Tapes

JOHN J. MILLER MANAGER “Tapes are one of the least important elements of your package”; says John J. Miller, a former professional singer turned manager, who also writes and lectures

Jun 01 Linda C. Cotman

Linda C. Cotman

Air Don’t Bleed : An Interview with Dale Anthony Girard

Intense Opportunity : The Merola Opera Program

The Best of Three Worlds : Susan Graham

The Renaissance Singer : Study at a Liberal Arts School

Study Aids for SingersPart 2: : MGP Role Study Tapes

Air Don’t Bleed : An Interview with Dale Anthony Girard

A Tool- Not The Tool: : Managers, Conductors and Administrators Talk About Tapes

Search

Opportunities

Archives