Classical Singer Magazine

Networkin’ Time : Summer Programs for Singers outside the Norm

If you find yourself, for whatever reason, wanting to explore the musical possibilities outside of the mainstream, this new series on opportunities for singers off of the operatic stage is for you. We begin with a look at six summer programs that fit just such a niche.

Jan 01 Amanda Keil

What If Opera Had a Room of Its Own? : An Interview with Ann Baltz, Daniel Helfgot and Darren K Woods

Three revolutionary thinkers who are also heavily involved in summer programs that train singers discuss their ideas for changing the way singers are educated. Read their thought-provoking ideas and discover how they are implementing them in their own areas of influence.

Jan 01 Jill Anna Ponasik

Finding Community Away from Home

Oberlin celebrates its 22nd year hosting a summer program for singers. Two years ago the program changed locations from its long-time home of Urbania. Find out how the program is faring in its new Tuscan home—the small Italian village of Arezzo.

Jan 01 Corey Arnold

Singing as a Team Sport : The Baldwin-Wallace Art Song Festival

Read about a unique program that focuses on art song and pianist/singer collaboration as it prepares to celebrate 25 years in 2010.

Jan 01 Jason Vest

Singing in Alaska?

Tucked away in beautiful Alaska, a summer festival has been thriving for 30 years. Its remote location doesn’t keep it from bringing in some of the best musicians around. And on the list of alumni? Mezzo-soprano Vivica Genaux. Read how the festival shaped her musical development, as well as what’s in store for 2010 when founder Jo Scott hands the reins to her successor, Terese Kaptur.

Jan 01 Joanie Brittingham

Developing the Range of the Singers’ Body : in More Ways Than One

Metropolitan Opera mezzo Heidi Skok launched a new program in upstate New York in 2009. Read what singers and faculty who participated in the inaugural year have to say and find out what’s in store for 2010.

Jan 01 Greg Waxberg