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How to Attend Classes
To ATTEND a masterclass, presentation, or Expo, participants must have either a Convention Attendee Pass or a Convention Plus 1 Pass. Once you have a pass, no additional registration is necessary to attend classes or events—simply show up. Competition participants receive a free Attendee Pass and do not need to register for one.
To SING in a masterclass, attendees can volunteer at the beginning of a class or purchase a Guaranteed Singing Card for a specific class ($45/card; limit 3 per person).
Convention
Attendee Pass ($125)
For Singers to
Attend Classes
- Access to ALL classes, Expo, and Concerts
- Competition Participants receive a FREE Attendee Pass
Convention
Plus 1 Pass ($55)
For Parents/Teachers to
Attend Classes
- Access to ALL classes, Expo, and Concerts
- Purchase Online or at the Convention Registration Desk
Guaranteed
Singing Card ($45)
Required to
Sing in a Masterclass
- Guaranteed 10-min singing spot
- Limit 3 per participant
- Pick up at Convention Registration Desk
Friday, May 24
Friday, May 24
Friday, 2:00 – 8:30 pm
CS Vocal Competition: First Round
Rooms: State Ballroom, East Ballroom, and Palm Court Ballroom
Classical/Musical Theatre; All Levels
Register to Sing
Friday, 4:00 – 4:45 pm
To ATTEND, make sure you have a Convention or Plus 1 Pass—no additional registration is necessary.
Appcompanist Tutorial and Q&A (1)
(Presentation/Workshop)
Room: Rhode Island
Style & Level: Classical/Musical Theatre; All Levels
View Class Details & Bio | Presentation—No Singing Spots
Scholarships: If you are interested in a University Scholarship, visit the Expo Hall on Saturday or Sunday, 1:00 – 5:00 pm. Fill out a yellow Scholarship Interest Card and give it to any school or program you are interested in. Cards are available at the Convention Registration Desk. Give out as many cards as you want. Scholarship winners will be announced on Monday, May 27 at 6:00 pm in the Grand Ballroom. View Available Scholarships
Friday, 5:00 – 6:00 pm
To ATTEND, make sure you have a Convention or Plus 1 Pass—no additional registration is necessary.
To SING in a class, volunteer at the start or purchase a Guaranteed Singing Card if available. ($45/card; limit 3 per person)
McGill University Masterclass (1):
The Whole Singer
Presenters: Tracy Smith Bessette and Stephen Hargreaves
Style & Level: Classical; High School
Room: Massachusetts
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Eastman School of Music (1):
Training the Young Tenor, Bass and Baritone Voice
Presenter: Robert Swensen
Style & Level: Classical; All Levels
Room: New Hampshire
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Boston University Masterclass (1):
Latin-American Art Song
Presenter: David Guzman
Style & Level: Classical; University/Young Artist/Emerging Pro
Room: New York
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Walnut Hill School for the Arts Masterclass (1):
Pathways for Joyful, Healthy, Efficient Vocalism for Teen Singers
Presenter: Teresa Winner Blume
Style & Level: Classical/Musical Theatre; High School
Room: Pennsylvania
View Class Details & Bio | Check Singing Availability
Hartwick College Masterclass:
“Just SAY it, Cari!”
Presenter: Steven Nanni
Style & Level: Classical/Musical Theatre; High School/University
Room: Georgia
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Friday, 6:15 – 7:15 pm
To ATTEND, make sure you have a Convention or Plus 1 Pass—no additional registration is necessary.
To SING in a class, volunteer at the start or purchase a Guaranteed Singing Card if available. ($45/card; limit 3 per person)
Columbus State University Masterclass (1):
Cross-Training your Voice for Musical Theatre and Classical Singers!
Presenter: Joshua May
Style & Level: Classical/Musical Theatre; All Levels
Room: Massachusetts
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Syracuse University Masterclass
Presenter: Janet Brown
Style & Level: Classical; High School/University
Room: New Hampshire
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Viterbo University Masterclass (1):
Finding Your Own Voice
Presenter: Dan Johnson-Wilmot
Style & Level: Classical/Musical Theatre; High School
Room: New York
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Texas Tech University Masterclass (1)
Presenters: Gregory Brookes, Alice Anne Light, Eric Stoklossa, and Jared Tehse
Style & Level: Classical; All Levels
Room: Pennsylvania
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Ithaca College Masterclass (1):
Technique Meets Artistry—Crafting Dynamic Performances
Presenters: Marc Webster and Brad Hougham
Style & Level: Classical; High School
Room: Georgia
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Psychology of Singing (1):
Conquering Stage Fright
Presenter: Dr. Jon Skidmore, Psy.D.
Style & Level: Classical/Musical Theatre; All Levels
Room: Rhode Island
View Class Details & Bio | Presentation—No Singing Spots
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Friday, 7:30 – 8:30 pm
To ATTEND, make sure you have a Convention or Plus 1 Pass—no additional registration is necessary.
To SING in a class, volunteer at the start or purchase a Guaranteed Singing Card if available. ($45/card; limit 3 per person)
University of Maryland Masterclass (1):
Repertoire by Women Composers
Presenters: Teri Bickham
Style & Level: Classical/ All Levels
Room: Massachusetts
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The Juilliard School Masterclass (1):
Stocking Your Vocal Toolbox
Presenter: Elizabeth Bishop
Style & Level: Classical; All Levels
Room: New Hampshire
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Temple University Masterclass (1)
Presenter: Christine Anderson
Style & Level: Classical; High School/University
Room: New York
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Longy School of Music of Bard College Masterclass (1):
Resonance Strategies for Classical and MT
Presenter: Carol Mastrodomenico
Style & Level: Classical/Musical Theatre; All Levels
Room: Pennsylvania
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Coastal Carolina University Masterclass (1):
Mastering the Top: Strategies for Slaying High Notes in Every Style
Presenters: Dale Cox, Shannon Kessler Dooley, Amelia Rollings Bigler
Style & Level: Classical/Musical Theatre; All Levels
Room: Georgia
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Psychology of Singing (2):
Finding Flow
Presenter: Dr. Jon Skidmore, Psy.D.
Style & Level: Classical/Musical Theatre; All Levels
Room: Rhode Island
View Class Details & Bio | Presentation—No Singing Spots
Check Back for Additional Classes for this Time Block
Scholarships: If you are interested in a University Scholarship, visit the Expo Hall on Saturday or Sunday, 1:00 – 5:00 pm. Fill out a yellow Scholarship Interest Card and give it to any school or program you are interested in. Cards are available at the Convention Registration Desk. Give out as many cards as you want. Scholarship winners will be announced on Monday, May 27 at 6:00 pm in the Grand Ballroom. View Available Scholarships
Saturday, May 25
Saturday, May 25
Saturday, 9:00 – 9:45 am
Appcompanist Tutorial and Q&A (2)
(Presentation/Workshop)
Room: Rhode Island
Style & Level: Classical/Musical Theatre; All Levels
View Class Details & Bio | Presentation—No Singing Spots
Saturday, 9:45 – 10:45 am
To ATTEND, make sure you have a Convention or Plus 1 Pass—no additional registration is necessary.
To SING in a class, volunteer at the start or purchase a Guaranteed Singing Card if available. ($45/card; limit 3 per person)
University of Virginia Masterclass:
Making the Transition from Classical Singing to Jazz, Pop, Theater styles
Presenter: Stephanie Nakasian
Style & Level: Musical Theatre; All
Room: Massachusetts
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Florida State University Masterclass:
Preparing for the College Audition
Presenter: Marcia Porter
Style & Level: Classical; High School/University
Room: New Hampshire
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University of Alabama Masterclass
Presenter: Susan Williams
Style & Level: Classical; High School/University
Room: New York
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Butler University Masterclass (1)
Presenter: Laura Storm
Style & Level: Classical; High School
Room: Pennsylvania
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University of the Pacific Masterclass:
Singing in the Brain: Play as a Gateway to Technique and Expression
Presenter: Heidi Moss Erickson
Style & Level: Classical/Musical Theatre; High School/University
Room: Georgia
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The Juilliard School: College Admission Tips
Presenter: Rachel Kunce
Style & Level: Classical/Musical Theatre; High School/University and Parents
Room: Rhode Island
View Class Details & Bio | Presentation—No Singing Spots
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Saturday, 10:00 am – 1:30 pm
CS Vocal Competition: Second Round
Rooms: State Ballroom, East Ballroom, Palm Court Ballroom, Chinese Ballroom, District Ballroom
Classical/Musical Theatre; All Levels
Saturday, 11:00 am – 12:00 noon
To ATTEND, make sure you have a Convention or Plus 1 Pass—no additional registration is necessary.
To SING in a class, volunteer at the start or purchase a Guaranteed Singing Card if available. ($45/card; limit 3 per person)
New England Conservatory Masterclass (1):
How to Audition Successfully
Presenter: Michael Meraw
Style & Level: Classical; High School/University
Room: Massachusetts
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Lawrence Conservatory Masterclass
Presenter: John Gates
Style & Level: Classical; High School/University
Room: New Hampshire
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Fresno State University Masterclass:
Developing an Engaging and Convincing Performance
Presenter: Maria Briggs
Style & Level: Classical; University/Young Artist/Emerging Pro
Room: New York
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Vanderbilt University Masterclass (1)
Presenter: Tyler Nelson
Style & Level: Classical; High School
Room: Pennsylvania
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University of Memphis Masterclass:
Reimagining the 24 Italian Songs and Arias
Presenter: Paulina Villarreal
Style & Level: Classical; High School/University
Room: Georgia
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Psychology of Singing (3):
Designing Your Peak Performance Mindset
Presenter: Dr. Jon Skidmore, Psy.D.
Style & Level: Classical/Musical Theatre; All Levels
Room: Rhode Island
View Class Details & Bio | Presentation—No Singing Spots
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Saturday, 12:15 – 1:15 pm
To ATTEND, make sure you have a Convention or Plus 1 Pass—no additional registration is necessary.
To SING in a class, volunteer at the start or purchase a Guaranteed Singing Card if available. ($45/card; limit 3 per person)
Pepperdine University Masterclass (1):
Acting Your 32 or 64 Bars
Presenter: Kelly Todd
Style & Level: Musical Theatre; High School
Room: Massachusetts
View Class Details & Bio | Check Singing Availability
University of Houston Masterclass:
Classical Singing and Performance Tools
Presenters: Melanie Sonnenberg and Timothy Jones
Style & Level: Classical; University/Young Artist/Emerging Pro
Room: New Hampshire
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Furman University Masterclass:
College Auditions
Presenters: Grant Knox and Craig Price
Style & Level: Classical; High School
Room: New York
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Texas Tech University Masterclass (2)
Presenters: Gregory Brookes, Alice Anne Light, Eric Stoklossa, and Jared Tehse
Style & Level: Classical; All Levels
Room: Pennsylvania
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University of Miami Masterclass (1):
Capturing that Elusive Legato
Presenter: Kim Josephson
Style & Level: Classical; All Levels
Room: Georgia
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Psychology of Singing (4):
Imposter Syndrome—Who, me?
Presenter: Dr. Jon Skidmore, Psy.D.
Style & Level: Classical/Musical Theatre; All Levels
Room: Rhode Island
View Class Details & Bio | Presentation—No Singing Spots
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Saturday, 1:00 – 5:00 pm
College Expo Recruiting Fair
Exhibitor Hall Open – Grand Ballroom
View List of Exhibitors
Participating Schools and Companies
| The Juilliard School |
| Indiana Univ |
| Eastman School of Music |
| New England Conservatory |
| Manhattan School of Music |
| Florida State Univ |
| The Boston Conservatory at Berklee |
| USC Thornton School of Music |
| Baldwin Wallace Univ |
| Bard College Conservatory of Music |
| Binghamton Univ |
| Boston Univ |
| Butler Univ |
| BYU |
| Cal Institute of the Arts |
| Carnegie Mellon Univ |
| Cleveland Inst. of Music |
| Coastal Carolina Univ |
| Columbus State Univ |
| Converse Univ |
| Fresno State Univ |
| Furman Univ |
| George Mason Univ |
| Hartwick College |
| Interlochen Arts Academy |
| Ithaca College |
| Lawrence Univ |
| Longy School of Music |
| LSU |
| McGill Univ |
| Nazareth College |
| New World School of the Arts |
| Oberlin Conservatory |
| Ohio Univ |
| Oklahoma City Univ |
| Pepperdine Univ |
| Rollins College |
| Roosevelt Univ |
| Rowan Univ |
| Rutgers Univ |
| San Francisco Conservatory |
| Shenandoah Univ |
| Singer Savvy Academy |
| Syracuse Univ |
| Texas A&M Commerce |
| Temple Univ |
| Texas Tech Univ |
| Univ of Alabama |
| Univ of Colorado |
| Univ of Houston |
| Univ of Maryland |
| Univ of Memphis |
| Univ of Miami |
| Univ of Michigan |
| Univ of the Pacific |
| Univ of Virginia |
| Vanderbilt Univ |
| Viterbo Univ |
| Walnut Hill School for the Arts |
| AAMS Opera |
| AIMS |
| AMDA Conservatory of the Performing Arts |
| Appcompanist |
| Art Songs Transpositions |
| ArtsBridge Summer ArtSong |
| Broadway Artists Alliance |
| Elizabeth Brother National Oratorio Competition |
| Ensemble Schools/Ensemble Performing Arts |
| FAVA Opera |
| Nat’l Association of Teachers (NATS) |
| The New York Conservatory for Dramatic Arts |
| The Soldiers’ Chorus of The US Army Field Band |
Saturday, 3:30 – 4:30 pm
To ATTEND, make sure you have a Convention or Plus 1 Pass—no additional registration is necessary.
To SING in a class, volunteer at the start or purchase a Guaranteed Singing Card if available. ($45/card; limit 3 per person)
USC Thornton School of Music Masterclass
Presenter: Derrick Lawrence
Style & Level: Classical; All Levels
Room: Massachusetts
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Converse University Masterclass:
Breath and Vowel
Presenter: Valerie MacPhail
Style & Level: Classical/Musical Theatre; High School/University
Room: New Hampshire
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Coastal Carolina University Masterclass (2):
Keeping it Real: Foundations of Commercial Singing
Presenters: Dale Cox, Shannon Kessler Dooley, Amelia Rollings Bigler
Style & Level: Classical/Musical Theatre; All Levels
Room: New York
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Binghamton University Masterclass:
Latin-American and Iberian Repertoire
Presenter: Brenda Iglesias
Style & Level: Classical; University/Young Artist/Emerging Pro
Room: Pennsylvania
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Shenandoah University Masterclass
Presenter: Melissa Chavez
Style & Level: Classical; All Levels
Room: Georgia
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Broadway Artists Alliance of NYC:
Let’s Talk College—The Musical Theatre College Audition and Application Process
Presenter: Jennifer Johns
Style & Level: Musical Theatre; High School
Room: Rhode Island
View Class Details & Bio | Presentation—No Singing Spots
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Saturday, 4:30 – 8:00 pm
CS Vocal Competition: Second Round
Rooms: Rooms: State Ballroom, East Ballroom, Palm Court Ballroom, Chinese Ballroom, District Ballroom
Classical/Musical Theatre; All Levels
Saturday, 4:45 – 5:45 pm
To ATTEND, make sure you have a Convention or Plus 1 Pass—no additional registration is necessary.
To SING in a class, volunteer at the start or purchase a Guaranteed Singing Card if available. ($45/card; limit 3 per person)
Boston Conservatory at Berklee Classical Voice Masterclass (1)
Presenter: Michael Hanley
Style & Level: Classical; High School/University
Room: Massachusetts
View Class Details & Bio | Check Singing Availability
Viterbo University (2):
Finding Your Own Voice
Presenter: Dan Johnson-Wilmot
Style & Level: Classical/Musical Theatre; High School
Room: New Hampshire
View Class Details & Bio | Check Singing Availability
BYU Classical Masterclass (1)
Presenter: Rob Brandt
Style & Level: Classical; All Levels
Room: New York
View Class Details & Bio | Check Singing Availability
Walnut Hill School for the Arts Masterclass (2):
Pathways for Joyful, Healthy, Efficient Vocalism for Teen Singers
Presenter: Teresa Winner Blume
Style & Level: Classical/Musical Theatre; High School
Room: Pennsylvania
View Class Details & Bio | Check Singing Availability
Roosevelt University Masterclass:
The 21st Century Vocal Artist
Presenters: Rebecca Schorsch and Keanon Kyles
Style & Level: Classical/Musical Theatre; High School/University
Room: Georgia
View Class Details & Bio | Check Singing Availability
Creating, Booking, & Performing a Cabaret
Presenter: Regina Zona, Singer Savvy Academy
Style & Level: Classical/Musical Theatre; All Levels
Room: Rhode Island
View Class Details & Bio | Presentation—No Singing Spots
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Saturday, 6:00 – 7:00 pm
To ATTEND, make sure you have a Convention or Plus 1 Pass—no additional registration is necessary.
To SING in a class, volunteer at the start or purchase a Guaranteed Singing Card if available. ($45/card; limit 3 per person)
Oklahoma City University Masterclass:
Conquering Fear in Performance: Practical Application
Presenter: Courtney Crouse
Style & Level: Classical/Musical Theatre; All Levels
Room: Massachusetts
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Manhattan School of Music Masterclass (1):
Strategic Audition Repertoire
Presenter: Ruth Golden
Style & Level: Classical; High School/University
Room: New Hampshire
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Eastman School of Music Masterclass (2):
Spanish and Latin American Song
Presenter: Chelsea Whitaker
Style & Level: Classical; All Levels
Room: New York
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Rutgers University Masterclass:
Presenting Yourself Singing
Presenter: Eduardo Chama
Style & Level: Classical; All Levels
Room: Pennsylvania
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Ithaca College Masterclass (2):
Technique Meets Artistry—Crafting Dynamic Performances
Presenters: Marc Webster and Brad Hougham
Style & Level: Classical; High School
Room: Georgia
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Navigating Academic Waters: Panel Discussion for Parents
Stanford Olsen, Samuel Schultz, and other University Faculty and Admissions
Moderator: CS Editor Joanie Brittingham
Style & Level: Classical/Musical Theater; Parents and Teachers
Room: Rhode Island
Panel Discussion—No Singing Spots
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Saturday, 7:15 – 8:15 pm
To ATTEND, make sure you have a Convention or Plus 1 Pass—no additional registration is necessary.
To SING in a class, volunteer at the start or purchase a Guaranteed Singing Card if available. ($45/card; limit 3 per person)
New England Conservatory of Music Masterclass (2)
Presenter: Bradley Williams
Style & Level: Classical; High School/University
Room: Massachusetts
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Broadway Artists Alliance of NYC Masterclass:
Musical Theatre Auditions: Making an Impression in 16 Bars/ Under 30 seconds!
Presenter: Jennifer Johns
Style & Level: Musical Theatre; All Levels
Room: New Hampshire
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University of Maryland Masterclass (2):
Performing Mezzo and Soprano Pants Roles
Presenter: Delores Ziegler
Style & Level: Classical; University/Young Artist
Room: New York
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Temple University Masterclass (2)
Presenter: Christine Anderson
Style & Level: Classical; High School/University
Room: Pennsylvania
View Class Details & Bio | Check Singing Availability
Baldwin Wallace University Masterclass
Presenter: JR Fralick
Style & Level: Classical; High School/University
Room: Georgia
View Class Details & Bio | Check Singing Availability
The New York Conservatory for Dramatic Arts:
Seven Secrets of the Working Actor
Presenter: Bryce Russell
Style & Level: Classical and Musical Theatre; All Levels
Room: Rhode Island
View Class Details & Bio | Presentation—No Singing Spots
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Saturday, 8:30 – 10:00 pm
The INSPIRE Reception & Concert
For Teachers and Exhibitors Only
Presented by Appcompanist
Room: State Ballroom
Teachers and Exhibitors:
Join us for dessert, drink, friendship, music, and inspiration!
Darin and Sheri Adams—fellow singers and teacher, and the founders of Appcompanist—are hosting a special reception to thank teachers for all they do to support young artists! This unique event gives you a place for community, sharing, and inspiration from other teachers, mentors, and encouragers. The theme is the beautiful, ongoing ripple effects you have on your students and our community of artists. Come share a story that gets woven into an original song by guest artist Ken Medema—a brilliant pianist, singer, and improvisational musician. He will fill your heart as his musicianship blows your mind!
Sunday, May 26
Sunday, May 26
Sunday, 9:45 – 10:45 am
To ATTEND, make sure you have a Convention or Plus 1 Pass—no additional registration is necessary.
To SING in a class, volunteer at the start or purchase a Guaranteed Singing Card if available. ($45/card; limit 3 per person)
AMDA College of the Performing Arts Masterclass
Presenter: Kathy Morath
Style & Level: Musical Theatre; High School/University
Room: Massachusetts Room
View Class Details & Bio | Check Singing Availability
Carnegie Mellon University Masterclass:
The Collaborative Voice
Presenter: Daniel Teadt and Ellen Rissinger
Style & Level: Classical/Musical Theatre; All Levels
Room: New Hampshire Room
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University of Miami Masterclass (2):
Fundamentals of Bel Canto Singing
Presenter: Robynne Redmon
Style & Level: Classical; High School/University
Room: New York
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Manhattan School of Music Masterclass (2)
Presenter: Mary Dunleavy
Style & Level: Classical; High School/University
Room: Pennsylvania
View Class Details & Bio | Check Singing Availability
University of Colorado Masterclass
Presenters: Jennifer Bird and Jennifer DeDominici
Style & Level: Classical/Musical Theatre; All Levels
Room: Georgia
View Class Details & Bio | Check Singing Availability
The Juilliard School: College Admission Tips
Presenter: Rachel Kunce
Style & Level: Classical/Musical Theatre; High School/University and Parents
Room: Rhode Island
View Class Details & Bio | Presentation—No Singing Spots
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Sunday, 10:00 am – 1:30 pm
CS Vocal Competition: Second Round
Rooms: State Ballroom, East Ballroom, Palm Court Ballroom, Chinese Ballroom, District Ballroom
Classical/Musical Theatre; All Levels
Sunday, 11:00 am – 12:00 noon
To ATTEND, make sure you have a Convention or Plus 1 Pass—no additional registration is necessary.
To SING in a class, volunteer at the start or purchase a Guaranteed Singing Card if available. ($45/card; limit 3 per person)
Butler University Masterclass (2): Preparing for Your College Audition
Presenter: Oliver Worthington
Style & Level: Classical; High School
Room: Massachusetts
View Class Details & Bio | Check Singing Availability
Musical Theatre Masterclass with Darin Adams (1)
Presenter: Darin Adams
Style & Level: Musical Theatre; All Levels
Room: New Hampshire
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Bach Festival Society of Winter Park National Oratorio Competition Masterclass:
Discovering the Drama of the Oratorio Aria
Presenter: Mary Wilson
Style & Level: Classical; University/Young Artist/Emerging Pro
Room: New York
View Class Details & Bio | Check Singing Availability
Interlochen Arts Academy Masterclass:
Opera for High School
Presenter: Laura Osgood Brown
Style & Level: Classical; High School
Room: Pennsylvania
View Class Details & Bio | Check Singing Availability
San Francisco Conservatory of Music Masterclass
Presenter: Lester Lynch
Style & Level: Classical; High School/University
Room: Georgia
View Class Details & Bio | Check Singing Availability
AAMS Opera: Vocal Science, Health, and Advancing Career
Presenter: Mira Yang
Style & Level: Classical/Musical Theatre; All Levels
Room: Rhode Island
View Class Details & Bio | Presentation—No Singing Spots
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Sunday, 12:15 – 1:15 pm
To ATTEND, make sure you have a Convention or Plus 1 Pass—no additional registration is necessary.
To SING in a class, volunteer at the start or purchase a Guaranteed Singing Card if available. ($45/card; limit 3 per person)
McGill University Masterclass (2):
The Whole Singer
Presenters: Tracy Smith Bessette, Stephen Hargreaves
Style & Level: Classical; University
Room: Massachusetts
View Class Details & Bio | Check Singing Availability
Pepperdine University Masterclass (2):
Finding Authenticity in Your Performance through the Art of Interpretation
Presenter: Ida Nicolosi
Style & Level: Classical; High School
Room: New Hampshire
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Jazz and the Great American Songbook
Presenter: Tish Oney
Style & Level: Musial Theatre; All Levels
Room: New York
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Oberlin Conservatory Masterclass:
Developing the Classical Singer’s Skill Set
Presenter: Salvatore Champagne
Style & Level: Classical; High School
Room: Pennsylvania
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University Michigan Masterclass:
SUPPORT, OPULENCE and PING!
Presenter: Stephen West
Style & Level: Classical; All Levels
Room: Georgia
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National Association of Teachers of Singing (NATS) Presentation:
I’ll Never Teach, I Just Want to Sing
Presenter: Allen Henderson
Style & Level: Classical/Musical Theater; All Levels and Teachers
Room: Rhode Island
View Class Details & Bio | Presentation—No Singing Spots
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Sunday, 1:00 – 5:00 pm
College Expo Recruiting Fair
Exhibitor Hall Open – Grand Ballroom
View List of Exhibitors
Participating Schools and Companies
| The Juilliard School |
| Indiana Univ |
| Eastman School of Music |
| New England Conservatory |
| Manhattan School of Music |
| Florida State Univ |
| The Boston Conservatory at Berklee |
| USC Thornton School of Music |
| Baldwin Wallace Univ |
| Bard College Conservatory of Music |
| Binghamton Univ |
| Boston Univ |
| Butler Univ |
| BYU |
| Cal Institute of the Arts |
| Carnegie Mellon Univ |
| Cleveland Inst. of Music |
| Coastal Carolina Univ |
| Columbus State Univ |
| Converse Univ |
| Fresno State Univ |
| Furman Univ |
| George Mason Univ |
| Hartwick College |
| Interlochen Arts Academy |
| Ithaca College |
| Lawrence Univ |
| Longy School of Music |
| LSU |
| McGill Univ |
| Nazareth College |
| New World School of the Arts |
| Oberlin Conservatory |
| Ohio Univ |
| Oklahoma City Univ |
| Pepperdine Univ |
| Rollins College |
| Roosevelt Univ |
| Rowan Univ |
| Rutgers Univ |
| San Francisco Conservatory |
| Shenandoah Univ |
| Singer Savvy Academy |
| Syracuse Univ |
| Texas A&M Commerce |
| Temple Univ |
| Texas Tech Univ |
| Univ of Alabama |
| Univ of Colorado |
| Univ of Houston |
| Univ of Maryland |
| Univ of Memphis |
| Univ of Miami |
| Univ of Michigan |
| Univ of the Pacific |
| Univ of Virginia |
| Vanderbilt Univ |
| Viterbo Univ |
| Walnut Hill School for the Arts |
| AAMS Opera |
| AIMS |
| AMDA Conservatory of the Performing Arts |
| Appcompanist |
| Art Songs Transpositions |
| ArtsBridge Summer ArtSong |
| Broadway Artists Alliance |
| Elizabeth Brother National Oratorio Competition |
| Ensemble Schools/Ensemble Performing Arts |
| FAVA Opera |
| Nat’l Association of Teachers (NATS) |
| The New York Conservatory for Dramatic Arts |
| The Soldiers’ Chorus of The US Army Field Band |
Sunday, 1:15 – 4:15 pm
RWS Global and Casting by ARC: Open Auditions
Sign up for free for a 5-minute audition in front of two Talent Casting Agents looking to hire professional singers for their full project portfolio.
Style & Level: Musical Theatre; Young Artist/Emerging Pro/Professional
Room: District Ballroom
Registration is required, but it is free. Click Here to Register and click below for more details.
Details and Registration
RWS Global and ARC are seeking SINGERS for our full project portfolio.
SEEKING: Union and Non-Union performers. Must be 18 years of age or older. Prior theater or other live entertainment experience preferred.
WHAT TO PREPARE: Please prepare two contrasting selections of a pop/contemporary and/or musical theatre song. You will have up to 5 minutes of audition time.
NOTE: Performers can be Black, Indigenous, Latinx, Asian/Pacific Islander, Middle Eastern/North African/South Asian, and/or White, as well as inclusive of all gender identities.
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ABOUT ARC: ARC, with over four decades of experience from the industry’s most respected and innovative casting directors, is dedicated to discovering the strongest talent for theatre, film, television and commercial projects. With headquarters in both New York City and London, ARC provides producers and creative teams with exemplary access to a deep and diverse pool of talent.
Under the leadership of respected casting director Duncan Stewart, the team has cast over 1,000 notable films, television and commercial projects; more than 150 Broadway productions; and countless national and international touring shows. Notable brands and projects include Apple, Google, Radio City Rockettes as well as Broadway’s Disney’s The Lion King, Chicago the Musical and Life of Pi and numerous others. The team’s collective accolades include 14 Artios Awards – Casting Society of America’s most prestigious honor.
Every good story has a beginning, middle and end and ARC helps find the best story-tellers in the talent they cast. For more information, please visit castingbyarc.com.
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Sunday, 3:30 – 4:30 pm
To ATTEND, make sure you have a Convention or Plus 1 Pass—no additional registration is necessary.
To SING in a class, volunteer at the start or purchase a Guaranteed Singing Card if available. ($45/card; limit 3 per person)
Classical Singer Magazine Masterclass:
Crossover Songs by Living Composers
Presenter: Joanie Brittingham, Editor of Classical Singer Magazine
Style & Level: Classical; All Levels
Room: Massachusetts
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The Soldiers’ Chorus of The US Army Field Band (1):
Auditioning for a Professional Military Chorus
Presenters: Master Sergeants Teresa Alzadon & Ben Hilgert
Style & Level: Classical/Musical Theatre; University/Young Artist/Emerging Pro
Room: New Hampshire
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New World School of Music Masterclass:
Crafting Your Artistic Identity and Mastering the Art of Self-Presentation while Auditioning for an Undergraduate Program or Young Artist Program
Presenter: Megan Barrera
Style & Level: Classical; High School/University
Room: New York
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Longy School of Music of Bard College Masterclass (2):
Getting More from the Score—Using Text, Technique and More to Better Communicate Our Art
Presenter: Angela Gooch
Style & Level: Classical/Musical Theatre; All Levels
Room: Pennsylvania
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Texas A&M Commerce University Masterclass:
Healthy Belting
Presenter: Matthew Schloneger
Style & Level: Musical Theatre; High School/University
Room: Georgia
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Sunday, 4:30 – 8:00 pm
CS Vocal Competition: Second Round
Rooms: State Ballroom, East Ballroom, Palm Court Ballroom, Chinese Ballroom, District Ballroom
Classical/Musical Theatre; All Levels
Sunday, 4:45 – 5:45 pm
To ATTEND, make sure you have a Convention or Plus 1 Pass—no additional registration is necessary.
To SING in a class, volunteer at the start or purchase a Guaranteed Singing Card if available. ($45/card; limit 3 per person)
Boston Conservatory at Berklee Masterclass (2):
Making Connections: Voice and Alexander Technique
Presenter: Sara Goldstein
Style & Level: Classical; All Levels
Room: Massachusetts
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Indiana University Masterclass
Presenter: Jane Dutton
Style & Level: Classical; High School/University
Room: New Hampshire
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Vanderbilt University Masterclass (2):
From Technical Mastery to Artistic Freedom!
Presenter: Amy Jarman
Style & Level: Classical; High School
Room: New York
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Louisiana State University Masterclass
Presenter: Sandra Moon
Style & Level: Classical/Musical Theatre; All Levels
Room: Pennsylvania
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Rollins College Masterclass
Presenter: John Grau
Style & Level: Classical; High School
Room: Georgia
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University of the Pacific Workshop:
Singing in the Brain—Making Play a Part of Practice
Presenter: Heidi Moss Erickson
Style & Level: Classical/Musical Theatre; All Levels, Parents, Teachers
Room: Rhode Island
View Class Details & Bio | Presentation—No Singing Spots
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Sunday, 6:00 – 7:00 pm
To ATTEND, make sure you have a Convention or Plus 1 Pass—no additional registration is necessary.
To SING in a class, volunteer at the start or purchase a Guaranteed Singing Card if available.
Met Masterclass with Helena Brown (1)
Presenter: Helena Brown
Style & Level: Classical; High School
Room: Massachusetts
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Met Masterclass with Kirsten Arnold (1)
Presenter: Kirsten Arnold
Style & Level: Classical; University/Young Artist/Emerging Pro
Room: New Hampshire
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BYU Musical Theatre Masterclass (2)
Presenter: Korianne Johnson
Style & Level: Musical Theatre; All Levels
Room: New York
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Low-Voiced Masterclass Masterclass with Martin Fisher (1)
Presenter: Martin Fisher
Style & Level: Classical/Musical Theatre; All Levels
Room: Pennsylvania
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The Soldiers’ Chorus of The US Army Field Band (2):
Auditioning for a Professional Military Chorus
Presenters: Master Sergeants Teresa Alzadon & Ben Hilgert
Style & Level: Classical/Musical Theatre; University/Young Artist/Emerging Pro
Room: Georgia
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Navigating Academic Waters: Panel Discussion for Parents
Stanford Olsen, Samuel Schultz, and other University Faculty and Admissions
Moderator: CS Editor Joanie Brittingham
Style & Level: Classical/Musical Theater; Parents and Teachers
Room: Rhode Island
Panel Discussion—No Singing Spots
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Sunday, 7:15 – 8:15 pm
To ATTEND, make sure you have a Convention or Plus 1 Pass—no additional registration is necessary.
To SING in a class, volunteer at the start or purchase a Guaranteed Singing Card if available. ($45/card; limit 3 per person)
The Juilliard School Masterclass (2):
Stocking Your Vocal Toolbox
Presenter: Elizabeth Bishop
Style & Level: Classical; All Levels
Room: Massachusetts
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Boston University Masterclass (2):
Calling All Coloraturas
Presenter: Alison Trainer
Style & Level: Classical; All Levels
Room: New Hampshire
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Broadway Masterclass with Meghan Picerno (1)
Presenter: Meghan Picerno
Style & Level: Musical Theatre; All Levels
Room: New York
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Carol Vaness Masterclass (1)
Presenter: Carol Vaness, IU Jacobs School of Music
Style & Level: Classical; All Levels
Room: Pennsylvania
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Musical Theatre Masterclass with Talent Casting Agent (1):
Audition Technique
Presenter: Talent Casting Agent from Casting by ARC
Style & Level: Musical Theatre; All Levels
Room: Georgia
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Sunday, 8:00 – 9:00 pm
High School Dessert Night
For ALL High School Singers and their Parents
Presented by George Mason University
Room: State Ballroom
Sunday, 9:00 – 9:30 pm
Semifinalists Announced
Room: State Ballroom
Monday, May 27
Monday, May 27
Monday, 9:30 – 1:30 pm
CS Vocal Competition: Semifinal Round
Rooms: State Ballroom, East Ballroom, Palm Court Ballroom, District Ballroom, and Grand Ballroom
Classical/Musical Theatre; All Levels
Monday, 9:45 am – 10:45 am
To ATTEND, make sure you have a Convention or Plus 1 Pass—no additional registration is necessary.
To SING in a class, volunteer at the start or purchase a Guaranteed Singing Card if available. ($45/card; limit 3 per person)
Crossover Masterclass with Martin Fisher (2)
Presenter: Martin Fisher
Style & Level: Classical/Musical Theatre; University/Young Artist/Emerging Pro
Room: Massachusetts
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Met Masterclass with Kirsten Arnold (2)
Presenter: Kirsten Arnold
Style & Level: Classical; High School
Room: New Hampshire
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Broadway Masterclass with Meghan Picerno (2)
Presenter: Meghan Picerno
Style & Level: Musical Theatre; All Levels
Room: New York
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George Mason University Masterclass
Presenter: Jennifer Casey Cabot
Style & Level: Classical/Musical Theatre; All Levels
Room: Pennsylvania
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Monday, 11:00 am – 12:00 noon
To ATTEND, make sure you have a Convention or Plus 1 Pass—no additional registration is necessary.
To SING in a class, volunteer at the start or purchase a Guaranteed Singing Card if available.
Musical Theatre Masterclass with Darin Adams (2)
Presenter: Darin Adams
Style & Level: Musical Theatre; All Levels
Room: Massachusetts
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Met Masterclass with Helena Brown (2)
Presenter: Helena Brown
Style & Level: Classical; University/Young Artist/Emerging Pro
Room: New Hampshire
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Rowan University Masterclass
Presenter: Lauren Athey-Janka
Style & Level: Classical; All Levels
Room: New York
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Oratorio Solutions Masterclass
Presenter: Stanford Olsen
Style & Level: Classical; University/Young Artist/Emerging Pro
Room: Pennsylvania
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Inside the Industry Panel Discussion 1
Hear from professionals in the field about the most pressing issues you have as a singer, and how their experience and knowledge can shape your decisions. Bring your burning questions for a candid discussion with these incredible artists and professionals.
Moderator: CS Editor Joanie Brittingham
Style & Level: Classical/Musical Theater; All Levels
Room: Rhode Island
Panel Discussion—No Singing Spots and No Registration Necessary
Monday, 12:15 – 1:15 pm
To ATTEND, make sure you have a Convention or Plus 1 Pass—no additional registration is necessary.
To SING in a class, volunteer at the start or purchase a Guaranteed Singing Card if available. ($45/card; limit 3 per person)
Musical Theatre Masterclass with Talent Casting Agent (2):
Audition Technique
Presenter: Talent Casting Agent from Casting by ARC
Style & Level: Musical Theatre; All Levels
Room: Massachusetts
View Bio | Check Singing Availability
Carol Vaness Masterclass (2)
Presenter: Carol Vaness, IU Jacobs School of Music
Style & Level: Classical; All Levels
Room: New Hampshire
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Cleveland Institute of Music Masterclass:
Toward Effortless Singing
Presenter: Mary Schiller
Style & Level: Classical; All Levels
Room: New York
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Inside the Industry Panel Discussion 2
Hear from professionals in the field about the most pressing issues you have as a singer, and how their experience and knowledge can shape your decisions. Bring your burning questions for a candid discussion with these incredible artists and professionals.
Moderator: CS Editor Joanie Brittingham
Style & Level: Classical/Musical Theater; All Levels
Room: Rhode Island
Panel Discussion—No Singing Spots and No Registration Necessary
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Monday, 1:30 – 2:30 pm
Main Stage Masterclass with Denyce Graves
Open to all Convention attendees and Competition participants. Singers were preselected through an online prescreen application process.
Presenter: Denyce Graves
Style & Level: Classical; All Levels
Room: Grand Ballroom
Monday, 3:00 – 7:00 pm
CS Vocal Competition: Final Round Concert & Awards
Room: Grand Ballroom
Approximate Start Times – The next division will start immediately after the previous division’s final singer.
3:00 – 3:40 pm Musical Theatre – High School (7 singers)
3:45 – 4:05 pm Musical Theatre – University/Pre-Professional (5 singers)
4:10 – 4:50 pm Classical – High School (8 singers)
4:55 – 5:20 pm Classical – University (5 singers)
5:25 – 6:00 pm Classical – Young Artist/Emerging Professional (5 singers)
6:00 – 6:25 pm Scholarship Awards
6:30 pm Announce First, Second, and Third Place in each division
Purchase a Final Round ticket ($10)
*Must have either a Final Round Ticket, an Attendee Pass, a Plus 1 Pass, or an Exhibitor Pass to attend. Final Round Concert tickets are available online or at the Convention Registration Desk for $10.