Classical Singer Magazine

Festing : The Sometimes Lonely Realities

A full-time American Fest singer in Germany shares the realities of the hard days when contractual obligations mean missing out on once-in-a-lifetime family events and living in a foreign country means always feeling like an outsider. Are the tradeoffs for doing what you love worth it?

Feb 01 Jennifer Porto

The $50 Week : Making Two Budgets One

For years experts have said that the number one cause of divorce is money. There are ways to avoid the stresses and arguments surrounding finances. Olivia Giovetti lays them out here.

Feb 01 Olivia Giovetti

Ask Erda : The Selfish Singer

Are you selfish enough to be a professional singer? Especially a professional singer with a family? Cindy lays out the important things to consider here.

Feb 01 Cindy Sadler

From the Editor : Finding Real Balance

Each year as we prepare our annual family issue, invariably the word “balance” shows up in the title of at least one article. Balance certainly has become a popular buzzword.

Feb 01 Sara Thomas

Why I Sing : Kristen Frost

Kristen Frost: A Singer’s Journey to the Mountain Top I often compare the singer’s journey to climbing a mountain. The parallels are significant. We are thoroughly prepared for the climb.

Feb 01 Kristen Frost

Bulletin Board : News, Tidbits, Musings and More

Covent Garden Tries New Marketing Method The Royal Opera House is trying very hard to interest young people in opera, according to the Guardian. Its new campaign includes describing operas

Feb 01 Maria Nockin

The Tech-Savvy Singer : Taking your iPhone on Your German Tour

Smartphones are a great way to stay in touch with friends and family. Are you addicted to yours? Don't think you can live without it while abroad? You don't have to!

Feb 01 Amanda White

Confessions of a Jazzerciser on Hold

When life takes a planned but interesting turn, our jazzerciser must adjust accordingly. Find out what forced her to stop, and how she's taking this turn of events in stride without derailling her fitness plans.

Feb 01 Clara Hurtado Lee

Dreams of My Obituary

Down another 13 pounds and on his way to becoming half the man he was, Taylor shares how his continued weight loss and life changes are causing him to view the future differently and dream bigger than ever before.

Feb 01 M. Ryan Taylor

Singing and Pregnancy : A Singer's Perspective

A singer and new mom shares her recent experiences singing and auditioning throughout all nine months of her pregnancy.

Feb 01 Julie Bishop

Singing and Pregnancy : A Doctor's Perspective

Dr. Jahn takes you through step by step what to expect when expecting and beyond – from conception to breastfeeding – specially for singers.

Feb 01 Anthony Jahn, M.D.

Open Books: : Coming Out in the Classical World

Just what does coming out about your sexuality mean for your career in the classical singing world? Patricia Racette, Beth Clayton, Steven Blier, Nicholas Phan, and Darren Keith Woods share their experiences, how their families reacted, and if it has impacted their careers.