Classical Singer Magazine

Finding the Silver Lining: : One Singer’s Journey through Infertility

A singer shares her experiences dealing with her intense desires to be a mother coupled with the realities of infertility. Read about her courageous journey and the ways she is mothering now.

May 01 Deborah Bertling

Bulletin Board : News, Tidbits, Musings, and More

Don’t Forget to Watch Your Valuables! Violinist Min-Jin Kym was having lunch at a London sandwich bar when two teenage boys caught her attention. What she did not realize at

May 01 Maria Nockin

Classical Singer Convention Schedule

Find all you need to know for the 2011 Convention, including hotel maps, class schedules, and class descriptions. Download the schedule and descriptions.

May 01 CS Staff

Festing: The Double Cast

Jennifer Porto continues her chronicles of what it’s like to be a full-time Fest singer in Germany. This month read how two casts and no covers means little to no stage time and the real challenges that presents.

May 01 Jennifer Porto

Where Are They Now?

As high school singers from around the country prepare to compete in this year’s Classical Singer Vocal Competition, read about four former competitors to find out what they are doing now and how the competition impacted their college careers.

May 01 Kathy Kuczka

The Think Method : Does It Really Work

Every singer has felt the practice room burnout, both from frustration and real vocal fatigue. Rather than giving up practicing altogether, consider another method: the art of visualization.

May 01 M. Ryan Taylor

Beauty Comes from Within : Under Cynthia Munzer’s Direction, Students Learn How to Unleash Their Voices

Find out what this mezzo-soprano who once traveled the globe singing is now doing in her studio and masterclasses to help singers free not only their voice but also their passion.

May 01 Greg Waxberg

When There Are No Wrong Notes : Freeing the Voice through Improvisation

A traditional technique for actors and non-classical singers, improvisation is relatively new for the classical singer. OperaWorks director Ann Baltz has been using the technique for years, however, and seeing the amazing benefits singers gain from participating, including increased freedom both vocally and emotionally.

May 01 Ellen Denham

If Only It Were As Simple As The Birds And The Bees : A Frank Discussion with Soprano Robin Follman about the Unexpected Challenges of Starting a Family

Soprano Robin Follman shares her journey through infertility, Fach changes, and the ups and downs of it all. Sit down with her at this year’s Classical Singer Convention for even more candid conversations on women’s issues for the female singer.

May 01 Jill Anna Ponasik

Being Prepared for Young Artist Auditions : An Interview with Peter Kazaras

From law school to a singing career to his current role as artistic director of Seattle Opera’s Young Artists Program, Peter Kazaras is not your typical guy. From his atypical career path, Kazaras has learned what matters most for singers, wisdom that he imparts here and will continue to share at the upcoming Classical Singer Convention.

May 01 Jason Vest

Getting Around in L.A. : The Wild, Wild West

If you’re joining us for the Classical Singer Convention in Los Angeles at the end of this month, get schooled on what you need to know about transportation, sightseeing, and eating well in the City of Angels.

May 01 Linda Richter

The Lazy Vocal Fold

Have you or a singer you know ever been diagnosed with a “lazy vocal fold”? Just what does it mean, both physiologically and for your vocal health? CS’s resident physician provides the answers.

May 01 Anthony Jahn, M.D.