Classical Singer Magazine

Cedar Rapids Opera Theater : Ten Years of Bringing Professional Opera to Eastern Iowa

Cedar Rapids Opera Theatre’s Young Artist Program is providing terrific opportunities for singers to work alongside seasoned professionals and learn the ropes of the business.

Jan 01 Brian Manternach

Singers for Life

If you fall into the “mature singer” category, finding a summer program fit can be a challenge. One program recognized this, and has created an innovative new program that offers training and much more.

Jan 01 Genette Freeman

Inspirazione! : Be a Green Singer

What is the most basic ingredient for being a good singer? Talent? The right teacher? A musical upbringing? All of these these are important, but if you keep it really simple, there is something even more essential to good singing: good health–and one of the things that is essential to maintaining good health is a healthy environment. Since it’s the New Year (a time for clarifying your vision and reassessing priorities) let’s take a look at the singer’s most vital resource and think about stepping into the spotlight on environmental issues for what may be your most important role ever.

Jan 01 Lisa Houston

Ask Erda : Stay Cheap- Singer Cheap

In Part One of this series (see November 2007), Cindy Sadler outlined all you needed to know for flying within your budget. Now she tackles another travel topic: how to find low-cost yet comfortable accommodations. Don’t let that next audition trip break the bank.

Jan 01 Cindy Sadler

Certified Classical Singers ’07-’08

After three intense rounds of competition among more than 200 applicants, the judges of the AudComps 2007 named 13 singers Certified Classical Singers for 2007-2008. This month, we feature soprano Misook Yun from the Professional Division and mezzo-soprano Veronica McHale from the Emerging Professional Division.

Jan 01 CS Staff

The Yeast Connection

Is your throat dry, sore, or scratchy? Do you experience excess mucus or chronic hoarseness? The symptoms may indicate something different than just the common cold. Here’s Dr. Jahn with the scoop.

Jan 01 Anthony Jahn, M.D.

Bonney Is Back

Revered for her clear, clean singing and astounding ability to float those high, pianissimo money notes,
Barbara Bonney shocked the singing community when she announced she was taking a break from singing. In this interview she reveals that after more than a year’s absence from the stage, she’s back, playing what she
believes could be the best role of her life.

Jan 01 Kathy Kuczka

The Techno-Savvy Singer : Taking Opera to a Whole New Level of Chic

In the first installment of Classical Singer’s new technology column, Amanda White sits down in front of her trusty iBook G4 for an instant message interview with the world’s foremost opera blogger, Opera Chic.

Jan 01 Amanda White

Book Review : 'Acting For Singers' by David F Ostwald

Are you looking for ways to connect more fully with the text, to be more expressive in your performances and connect more fully with the audience? Check out this book from a longtime stage director with terrific tips to help you improve your acting abilities. You can also meet and work with David Ostwald at the Classical Singer Convention 2008.

Jan 01 Daniela Amini

Exploring the Link Between Singing and Leadership : Part 5

Can increased self-awareness developed through successes—and failures—on stage help you become a more effective leader? In this final installment of this five-part series, participants in Kay Kleinerman’s study explore this question.

Jan 01 Kay Kleinerman

Echoes from the Forum

A fundamental part of the online Classical Singer Community since its creation in 1998, the General Interest Forum is more than a resource. For classical singers and those interested in the art of singing it has become one of the most popular discussion panels available on the Web. Here are some quotes from some great moments this past month on the forum. Want to voice your opinion on something here or otherwise? Visit www.classicalsinger.com.