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Susan Dormady Eisenberg

Susan Dormady Eisenberg
Susan Dormady Eisenberg

Susan Dormady Eisenberg has written profiles of singers for Classical Singer, Huffington Post, and Opera News. She has published a first novel, The Voice I Just Heard, about two Broadway singers who long to sing opera, and she’s now writing an historical novel about American sharpshooter, Annie Oakley. E-mail her at Susaneisenberg@aol.com or follow her on Twitter @Susandeisenberg.


Singer on the Fast Track: Andrea Carroll

The young soprano Andrea Carroll stands out on so many levels. She’s bilingual. She was born in Thailand. Her first love was musical theatre and she still does crossover work. And as her career is really taking off, she is managing to keep her feet firmly planted on the ground. Read her sage and sound advice for her fellow singers.
Sep 01
Remembering Bruce Yarnell : A Baritone for the Ages

In the midst of a burgeoning career that included leading roles on both the opera and musical theatre stages, baritone Bruce Yarnell’s life ended in a tragic plane crash. Now, 40 years later, we remember the baritone through the eyes of those who knew him and loved him.
Oct 01
Robert Orth : Forging a Distinctive Niche in New Opera

Over the last 40 years, baritone Robert Orth has established himself as the go-to guy for new works. Composers love to write for him. And, so, he has been part of the majority of the biggest premieres of this century and last—Heggie’s Dead Man Walking, Ian Gordon’s Grapes of Wrath, and so many more. How did this former school teacher and musical theatre leading man find his way into opera and, specifically, new works? Orth, the composers who love to write for him, and his colleagues who love to work with him answer that and more.
Nov 01
From Art Song to Opera

Lori Laitman writes gorgeous music that illuminates the heart of each text.
Oct 01
Living More Than the Glamorous Life : A Conversation with Linda Watson

How did someone who didn’t like to sing and felt no real connection to the classical music her teachers assigned her end up absolutely loving her life as an international opera super star? Soprano Linda Watson tells all, including taking a 15-year hiatus from singing while her “big” dramatic voice developed, how she found her true Fach, and why she now views singing as her most meaningful and rewarding pursuit.
May 01
Ruth Ann Swenson : Stratospheric Success for 25 Years

Along with her many triumphs on stage, Ruth Ann Swenson has recently triumphed offstage in a recent battle with breast cancer. In this Classical Singer exclusive, Swenson shares how she managed to keep
singing through her recent serious health scare and how the man who is both her husband and vocal coach remains a constant support in her singing and personal life. She also gives sound advice to singers on staying healthy, learning to say no, and following your heart.
Sep 01
Meet Two Stars Whose Talent Is No ‘Phantom’ : Broadway's Brent Barrett and Lisa Vroman Chat About Crossover

As a young theater fan in the 1960s, I discovered the magic of Broadway musicals through original cast albums. Those recordings introduced me to leading men and ladies who sang
Mar 01
A Tenor Who ‘Crosses Over’ to Baritone

In Part One of this article, Brent Barrett shares his words of wisdom for singers considering a career switch to musical theatre.
Mar 01
A Foot In Both Worlds : Broadway's Lisa Vroman Chats About Crossover

In Part One of this article (page 32), Brent Barrett shared his words of wisdom for singers considering a career switch to musical theatre. In Part Two, read how Broadway star Lisa Vroman keeps up her stamina during a long run, why she thinks musical theatre is similar to art song, and why she’s so grateful for her classical training.
Mar 01
You May Be Playing Her Song… While You’re Reading My Book

Susan Dormady, while writing a novel, concocted the idea of having an actual song for her impassioned-soprano heroine to sing. Read how she made her crazy idea a reality—and consider commissioning your own song.
Nov 01
Rod Gilfry : Blazing New Trails for Two Decades

Baritone Rod Gilfry is known for his striking good looks—but his dynamite career and well-rounded persona prove he is more than just a pretty face. In addition to creating and premiering a myriad of roles in new operas, Gilfry also enjoys cooking, hopes to one day have a cooking show, performs a one-man cabaret show, and remains committed to his wife and three children. In this interview, Gilfry shares the reason he once passed up an offer to join the Merola Program, his journey to find a good teacher, and how he makes time for his family. He also shares two of his favorite recipes for you to try at home!
Aug 01
A Winning Lyric Soprano : Sari Gruber

CS attended Sari Gruber’s Alice Tully Hall recital last February, presented by the Naumburg Foundation. In the midst of a thriving career, this soprano shares why she doesn’t like competitions—and why she feels they’re important. Read how she creates a great look for a competition or recital, how she networked in her “pre-management” days, and why her relationship with her accompanist is truly unique.
May 01
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