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Exploring the works of Latinx composers opens new doors to art song repertoire. read on to discover some of the composers and songs featured in performance at the Augusta University Latinx Art Song Festival.

Thanks to the abundance of recording equipment on the market right now, you can record anything you like from your own home. That opens up music, podcasting and more to

Thinking of auditioning as “giving a gift” rather than trying to get a job creates a new mindset for positive audition experiences. Read on to find out ways to embrace comfortable repertoire and processes for career advancement.

Your “list of five” audition pieces shouldn’t all be arias found off the beaten track, but one or two would certainly be welcomed. “Aria Savvy” introduces you to music that will invigorate and provide a refreshing change for your listeners. Explore Handel's “Voglio amare” & Mozart's “Ah, lo veggio”.

Leyerle Publications released their Nico Castel Libretti translations as a digital resource, further making this incredibly important resource for singers more accessible.

The stories we are told are the stories we tell ourselves. In this intimate article, Dr. Tara Melvin examines how these narratives shape our perception of success, moving forward, and creating more stories, both personally and professionally.

Don't be underprepared for your next audition—whether opera or musical theatre. Go beyond the basics and learn 5 more tips for audition prep from Professor Kelly Todd who has choreographed more than 50 productions and sat in on thousands of auditions.

What do you do if your teacher is underwhelming, negative, or even emotionally abusive? Singer, teacher, entrepreneur and performer Minda Larsen continues her online series for singers with a look at how to deal with less-than-ideal training situations.

CS Music begins a new series of interviews featuring industry leaders who share what qualities they need most from artists in their employ. This week we talked with nationally acclaimed organist, conductor, and church musician Michael Brown.

Broadway performer and voice teacher extraordinaire Natalie Weiss—creator of the Breaking Down the Riffs Online Singing Course—discusses Broadway auditions, running a voice studio, dealing with anxiety in today’s challenging world, and more.

Our new columnist for “Crossover Corner,” Peter Thoresen, offers advice for the classical singer new to musical theatre repertoire on how to find music to add to your “book” by creating curated playlists in streaming platforms.

Even with the return of in-person auditions, self-tapes continue to be a frequent requirement for singers. Whether it’s for a prescreen or the audition itself, learn more about how to put your best self forward for digital auditions.