Auditions & Career – Page 11 – All Articles

Opera Houses around the World Show Support for Humanitarian Crisis in Ukraine In light of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and the humanitarian crisis that has unfolded since, a number of

As inflation rises, singers creatively compensate for increased costs while wages stagnate. Read on to learn how professionals at various stages are adjusting their mindsets and making choices that help them continue their artistic work in the face of financial challenges.

The final book of the So You Want to Sing series is complete. Learn more about cabaret singing, as well as the other offerings in the So You Want to Sing series.

Most audition judges are eager to hear any singer whose repertoire choices show some musical curiosity and a sense of adventure. Why choose only the “standard” five arias in your Fach for one audition after another? There’s so much repertoire out there waiting for you! OK, your “list of five” shouldn’t all be arias found off the beaten track, but one or two would certainly be welcomed by those auditioning you. “Aria Savvy” will present two arias per column, introducing you to music that will invigorate you musically while providing a refreshing change for your listeners.

Learn tips to make recording a part of your practice routine to provide you with greater feedback and make regular recordings easier.

Taking a lesson from popular TV show Ted Lasso, read on to find cheerful ways to believe in yourself and your music making abilities.

As we head from winter into spring, I always feel that singers, like the birdsongs our pieces often imitate, burst joyfully out into our spring and summer performances. I’m particularly

    In the November/December 2021 issue of Classical Singer, I offered a review of Oxford Solo Songs: Christmas, a new anthology of seasonal songs published by Oxford University Press.

Summer stock audition season is beginning with audition conferences and other audition opportunities. Read on to learn best practices for getting these summer performance jobs.

Learn here how to go beyond the numbers and use social media as one more powerful tools of communication in your artistic toolkit.

Technology updates abound that can help classical singers with their education and careers. In this article, learn about new apps that can help you succeed, including the new CS Music App.

Crossover artists must balance the expectations and requirements for acting in both opera and musical theatre. In this continuation from the September/October issue article, learn more about the rehearsal process and performance expectations.