Artist Spotlights

Nicole Heaston: Do the Work, Evolve, and Most of All, Mind Your Business

Soprano Nicole Heaston is a shining example of a constantly evolving artist in an ever-changing operatic landscape, a singer who values story-telling and technical excellence, and someone who wants to inspire, encourage, and nurture young talent.

Feb 01 Eric McKeever

Mezzo Soprano J’Nai Bridges: Role Debuts, Longevity, and Leading with Purpose

Two-time Grammy Award winning® mezzo soprano J’Nai Bridges is busily preparing for two new role debuts. Read on to learn more about her and her upcoming performances.

Feb 01 Peter Thoresen

Singing with Breast Cancer & the Art of Adaptability

Soprano Mandy Brown shares her experience with breast cancer diagnosis and the transformative power of adaptability, patience, and a supportive community.

Jan 25 Mandy Brown

Rebekah Rota: From Singer to Intendant

Director of the Oper Wuppertal, Rebekah Rota says, “You can be lucky only after you have been smart.” Her career trajectory from singer to administrator in the German opera theater demonstrates an organized progression in the business of singing.

Jan 25 Anastasia Inniss

Inside the Industry

In this column, we explore singers to watch, celebrate new albums, note new resources for singers, and recognize other industry changes.

Jan 25 Eric McKeever

Anti-Fat Bias in the Voice Studio

Elizabeth Benson and Kate Rosen are on a mission to end anti-fat bias in singing spaces.

Jan 25 Lisa Sain Odom

Singer Spotlight: Jorell Williams – Contracts, Contractions, and Kindness

Our Singer Spotlight for this month is Brooklyn-born baritone Jorell Williams! In this interview he shares about his life and career. Read on to learn about him!

Jan 07 Peter Thoresen

Frederick Ballentine: Back to Baseline

Tenor Frederick Ballentine opens up about his early operatic education, the surgery that saved his voice, and how he stays grounded amid an international performing career.

Dec 18 Brian Manternach

Alison Scherzer: An American in Germany, Climbing Her Own Unique Mountain

Alison Scherzer shares her experiences in contemporary vocal music and working abroad as a singer.

Nov 19 Lisa Sain Odom

Creator Spotlight: Whitney George and Bea Goodwin on Their New Opera No Man’s Land

Recent recipients of the Discovery Grant, composer Whitney George and librettist Bea Goodwin discuss their new opera "No Man’s Land" as well as the women-focused work of the groundbreaking ensemble The Curiosity Cabinet.

Nov 04 Maria-Cristina Necula

Busting the “Starving Artist” Myth with Aundi Marie Moore

Aundi Marie Moore shares her strategy for singers to achieve financial success and stability…“No Moore Starving Artists!”

Sep 01 Katy Lindhart

Singer Spotlight: Take a Ride with Mezzo-Soprano Lisa Chavez

Mezzo-soprano Lisa Chavez continues to go with the flow on this wild ride called opera, inspiring us with her courage, tenacity, and work ethic. Read on to learn all about her and her career.

Aug 26 Eric McKeever