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Leasing 101: Tips for Finding a Decent Apartment at a Reasonable Rent

Singers graduating from school programs are going to be seeking apartments. In this article, find out the best times to look for an apartment.

Jul 15 Rachel Antman

The Singer’s Library: Trauma and the Voice

A new book explores the impacts of trauma on the voice and how teachers can provide trauma-informed care while staying within their scope of practice.

Jul 15 Brian Manternach

Saving Opera: Back to the Future?

Over the last few years, opera attendance seems to be decreasing. Read on for Dr. Anthony Jahn's perspective on how to ensure that opera will continue not just to survive but thrive.

Jul 15 Anthony Jahn, M.D.

Singer Spotlight: Robin Hahn

Lyric soprano Robin Hahn (she/they) is a lauded performer, stage director, music educator, and disability advocate. Read on to learn all about her!

Jun 27 Katy Lindhart

Music Major Minute: Thou Shalt Not Put Thy Stanley on the Steinway

In this installment of the “Music Major Minute,” you’ll find the 10 commandments to perfectly prepare for juries.

Jun 27 Christi Amonson

The Singer’s Library: Queer Opera

Australian author Andrew Sutherland reexamines opera—both modern and historical—through a queer perspective.

Jun 20 Brian Manternach

Commencing

Commencement from college means the beginning of your career. Here is some advice as you make your career happen!

Jun 20 Kathleen Tesar

The Autistic Classical Singer, Part 1

Theresa Werba grew up feeling different in the way she communicated and socialized, but was able to find relief through singing. Read on to learn about her experience with autism.

Jun 20 Theresa Werba

The Dr. Is In: Nipping Seasonal Allergies in the Bud with Dr. Paul Kwak

Spring has sprung, which means pollen has too! Read on to learn from Dr. Paul Kwak the best ways to manage your spring allergies.

Jun 11 Katy Lindhart

Opera Dads

In this article, new Opera Dad Josaphat Contreras ponders the important questions parents working in opera must ask, and how our industry’s ageism and stagnant wages negatively impact family life.

Jun 10 Josaphat Contreras

And What Will You Be Wearing?

Selecting audition attire can feel like a minefield for singers. Professionalism, personal style, and finances are only some of the considerations singers must take into account.

Jun 10 Emily Gehman

CS Music Convention 2024 Recap

This year’s CS Music Convention and Competition took place in Washington, D.C. over Memorial Day Weekend, May 24-27, 2024 where 105 scholarships were offered totaling more than $6.6 million!!! Nearly 700 singers and teachers gathered to compete and participate in the Convention! Songs were sung, memories were made, and connections were formed.

Jun 09 CS Music Staff