You are one post away from changing your life. And I don’t just say that for effect. For the longest time, I was terrified of social media; not because of trolls or strangers on the internet. No, I was scared of people I knew seeing me “try.”
Budget travel is a necessity for singers. Learn about ways to make your travel affordable while still being prepared to sing your best!
Masterclasses are an important part of the convention. Read on for how to get the most out of the experience, either as auditor or participant.
Learn more about how to maximize your success in competitions.
Guest columnist Kylie Evans explores how to build healthy relationships in a competitive singing industry.
Being asked to step in at the last second happens for singers, and provides a unique opportunity. Read more about how to learn music quickly for a last-minute gig.
I am no psychic, but I am willing to bet I can recall a moment from your past. It’s Thanksgiving. You’re about to dive into a glorious pile of mashed potatoes when your mom’s cousin leans over and says, “So… how’s that singing thing going?”
A new recording studio in New York City shares their approach to recording with CS readers.
We have all been there. Mindlessly scrolling Instagram, when BAM, snuck between a restaurant review and a friend of a friend’s photo dump, there it is. An announcement. The kind that makes you squint at the screen and think, wait… them? The moment when a colleague lands a role, wins a competition, or hits a milestone you’ve been chasing— and before you can fully process it, that insidious little voice slithers in whispering “that should have been me.”
And if you are anything like me, that thought curdles almost instantly into guilt. Because you are a good person. You love your friends! You want to watch your colleagues succeed. But somewhere, deep down in the shadowy depths of your most insecure self, the stinging pit isn’t about them, it’s about you. A spotlight has just been cast on what you feel you’re lacking and most importantly, what you’re terrified might never come your way.
Dating another artist comes with a whole set of unique challenges: unpredictable schedules, financial instability and everything that is the emotional rollercoaster of building a career in the arts. But dating someone who understands this world is also a profound gift.
This article explores the delicate balance between artists, audiences, and arts organizations, addressing today’s challenges and offering insights on how collaboration can ensure a vibrant and sustainable future for the arts.
Singers all know how expensive summer programs can be. Read on to continue your learning and vocal development over the summer without breaking the bank.