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Rachel Antman

Rachel Antman
Rachel Antman

Rachel Antman is a communications consultant, writer, and mezzo-soprano based in New York City. For more information, visit http://www.saygency.com.


Charity Cases : Singers Who Donate Their Services to Benefit Others

Be inspired by the stories of singers who use their talents to raise money for everything from AIDS prevention to poverty. And find out how you can do the same.
Aug 01
Pink Slip Blues : Singers Who Lose Their Day Jobs

Singers who have been hit hard by the economic downturn of recent years share how they have made ends meet in spite of unemployment and used their extra time to further their singing careers.
Jun 01
Singer Success Story : Natalie Mann

When downsizing forced this singer out of a job she loved with a Fortune 500 financial firm, she was faced with some tough decisions. Find out how losing her job was really one of the best things that could have happened.
Mar 01
A State Secret No Longer : Spotlight on the University of Maryland Opera Studio

At first glance, the University of Maryland Opera Studio stands out for its full-ride assistantships that most graduate students receive. Further investigation reveals that this is just the tip of the iceberg for a program that offers everything from world-class facilities to an ideal location to top-notch faculty.
Sep 01
The Shame Old Story : Ageism in Opera

In response to CS’s recent polls on both racial discrimination and ethics and morals in opera, many respondents replied that the issue that really needs to be discussed is age discrimination. So, Rachel Antman takes a fresh look at this age-old problem.
Mar 01
The Not-‘So’-Straight Story : A Discussion of Early Music Technique with Nancy Zylstra

Get the real skinny on the facts and myths surrounding early music and its required vocal technique.
Nov 01
What the Lyric Looks For : An Interview with Lyric Opera of Chicago's Chorus Master, Donald Nally

Last month Rachel Antman brought readers an interview with Donald Palumbo, chorus master of the Metropolitan Opera. This month, Donald Nally, chorus master of the Lyric Opera of Chicago, tells what he looks for and what a singer can expect when auditioning for him.
Apr 01
Par for the Chorus Met Metrics : An Interview with the Metropolitan Opera's Chorus Master Donald Palumbo

Does an audition for an opera chorus differ from a regular opera audition, and if so, how? In this first of a series of articles on the top opera choruses in the United States, Donald Palumbo, chorus master of the Metropolitan Opera Chorus, tells what he looks for and what a singer can expect when auditioning for him.
Mar 01
Woman’s ‘LB’-eration : Cindy Sadler's 'Fat Relocation Project'

CS readers know Cindy Sadler for her monthly columns. This month, however, Cindy joins CS as the subject of this article, rather than the writer, to discuss her recent remarkable weight loss of more than 100 pounds. Read about why she did it, how she did it, and her advice for others who want to do it.
Nov 01
Scene ‘Steeler’ : James Marvel Elicits Strong and Confident Performances from Singers

Singers at this year’s Classical Singer Convention couldn’t stop talking about 2008 Stage Director of the Year James Marvel’s amazing one-hour class on all you need to know about auditioning. Marvel shares those insights here, including why auditioning is like dating, the mistakes he sees singers make most often in auditions, and how auditioning can be fun.
Aug 01
Pique Performance : Practicing Singers and Complaining Neighbors

Practice makes perfect, right? Well, what do you when complaining neighbors make practicing difficult, if not impossible? CS’ Rachel Antman found herself in just such a situation and decided to search out possible solutions.
May 01
‘Mad-hattan’ : Houseguest Who Drive New Yorkers Crazy Versus Those Who Are Always Welcome

Your New York City friends are kind enough to offer you lodging in their small but friendly NYC apartment. Whether in NYC or anywhere else, how do you ensure you will be a welcome guest, one your hosts would love to have visit again?
Nov 01

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Teatro la Fenice
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Nov
Audition
Teatro la Fenice
Venice
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Nov
Audition
Teatro la Fenice
Venice


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