Program Spotlights

New England Conservatory’s Song Lab

New England Conservatory’s Song Lab prepares the next generation of recitalists. The sophistication and nuance necessary for recital performance are complex and difficult, and Song Lab helps prepare singers for a high-performance level.

Jan 11 Rachel Antman

The Domenic J. Pellicciotti Composition Prize Winners

The 2022 winners of the Pellicciotti Composition Prize are Timothy Takach and Caitlin Vincent. Their opera, Computing Venus, provides a fascinating glimpse into the life of astronomer Maria Mitchell.

Dec 09 Joanie Brittingham

Be True to Yourself : The Upcoming NYC Premiere of "Uncovered"

Between November 16 and 19, City Lyric Opera (CLO) will present the New York City premiere of Uncovered, a chamber opera composed by Lori Laitman with a libretto by Leah Lax.

Nov 03 Maria-Cristina Necula

High School Arts Training at Orange County School of the Arts

For training as a singer in high school, Orange County School of the Arts offers great choices. Read on to learn about their robust arts curriculum.

Oct 18 Greg Waxberg

Celebrating Two Decades of Somatic Voicework

The LoVetri Institute for Somatic Voicework, founded by Jeanette LoVetri and housed at Baldwin Wallace University, celebrated its 20th year in 2022.

Jul 27 Brian Manternach

High School Program Spotlight : Millbrook High School

CS Music is highlighting unique and impactful high schools, universities, summer programs, young artist programs, and other organizations that help singers. Meet Eddie Adams and the Millbrook High School Choir from Raleigh, North Carolina.

Jun 13 Mary Taylor

Studio LIS: A New Approach to Artistic Development

Studio LIS carves a niche for singers whose educational experience has been unequal. Elisabeth Stevens focuses on educating singers holistically as part of her efforts to build diversity within the industry.

May 31 Megan Gloss

High School Program Spotlight : Charles City High School

Program Spotlights CS Music is highlighting unique and impactful high schools, universities, summer programs, young artist programs, and other organizations that help singers. If you want us to highlight your

May 30 Mary Taylor

The Dessoff Choirs at 100 Years—Almost

Music Director Malcolm J. Merriweather shares about the mission of Dessoff, its members, and plans for its centennial season.

May 11 Peter Thoresen

Benjamin Spierman: Successfully Fulfilling the Mission of Bronx Opera

Since its establishment in 1967, Bronx Opera (BxO) has been providing performance opportunities for singers at the start of their careers, and their alumni have been featured on the world’s stages. Throughout the years, the company has also worked tirelessly to bring opera into
the community and expand audiences. BxO’s General Director Benjamin Spierman gives us a
glimpse into the company’s work and upcoming productions.

May 10 Maria-Cristina Necula

The Musical Athlete

Chris Kelly and Stephanie McCranie, founders of The Musical Athlete and a newly engaged couple, have made it their mission to demystify physical training for vocalists and take singers to the next level.

Apr 05 Eugenia Forteza

Opernfest Prague: When Classical Singing Meets Community

Opernfest Prague, an innovative training environment, brings exclusive training, performance and professional development opportunities to international young artists.

Mar 01 Megan Gloss