Classical Singer Magazine

Studying in Germany, Courtesy of Uncle Sam : Roles that Fit

Jennifer Porto traveled to Germany to study German art song and learn the language, but along the way she has gained additional valuable insights. One of those moments came when she auditioned for the Hochschule’s production of Handel’s Alcina. It brought into focus the knowledge that she had truly ended a great love affair—an affair with the wrong music.

Oct 01 Jennifer Porto

From Great Plans to Great Results : A Conversation with Peter Gelb

Upon his recent retirement, Joseph Volpe handed the reigns to Peter Gelb, making him the new general director of the Met, America’s premier opera house. With big shoes to fill, Gelb’s vast experience in production has prepared him well—and he has big ideas for change and improvement at the Met. In this Classical Singer exclusive, Gelb shares how his parents helped shape his cultural interests, how his early years as an usher at the Met have influenced his ideas for generating excitement within those walls again, and why he advises singers to think of opera in terms of “musical theater.”

Oct 01 Maria-Cristina Necula

Editor’s Note : Battling the Bonds of Addiction

I had occasion recently to pick up a trade magazine for lawyers. I’m always intrigued to see another magazine, so I opened the issue with interest. As I glanced through

Oct 01 Sara Thomas

Certified Classical Singer ’06-’07

After three intense rounds of competition among more than 200 applicants, the judges of the AudComps 2006 named 13 singers Certified Classical Singers for 2006-2007.This month, read about sopranos Eun-Hee Kim, from the Professional Division, and Maija Lisa Currie, from the Emerging Professional Division.

Oct 01 CS Staff

Bulletin Board

Gambling Addict May Have Tried to Pay Off Debts the Wrong Way Until recently, Greg Hogan was a cello student at Lehigh University in Pennsylvania. Now he is a bank

Oct 01 Maria Nockin

Remembering the Silvery Tones of Elizabeth Schwarzkopf

Hailed for her flawless singing and physical beauty, Elizabeth Schwarzkopf recently passed on at the age of 90. Her long life was not without controversy—she was also known for her affiliation with the Nazi Party prior to World War II, as well as her sometimes caustic remarks. Controversy aside, she will long be remembered for her unforgettable operatic role portrayals and work with German Lieder.

Oct 01 Maria Nockin

Letters to the Editor

Dear Editor: I have just finished reading “From Cancer to Carnegie Hall,” [August 2006] and loved what Ms. Hart had to say about vocal function and the building and rebuilding

Oct 01 CS Staff

Adolescence Again?

Feeling frustrated with your 9-to-5 day job that has nothing to do with music? One CS reader found himself in those very shoes, but then discovered that he had more job options than he once thought. Read how keeping an open mind helped him find employment that used his musical skills and prepared him for other career opportunities down the road.

Oct 01 Brian Manternach

La Serenata : Mastering the Personal Touch

Looking for a way to keep your arias fresh, try out new repertoire in front of an audience, and work with fellow singers? Read about a new music group on the scene in New York City that has found a way to do just that—and make a little money in the process.

Oct 01 Rozanna Weinberger

The Other Union : The American Federation of Musicians

Most singers are familiar with the American Guild of Musical Artists (AGMA), a union that does a superb job of protecting singers. You may not know, however, about another union for musicians that also works to protect your best interests. Find out if the American Federation of Musicians offers something for you.

Oct 01 Gretchen Farrar

Unleashing the Creative You with the Second Chakra

The ability to go with the flow and enjoy life is a desirable attribute for anyone, but because it ties into our creative abilities, it’s even more essential for singers. Working with the second chakra can help you unlock your emotions, creativity, feelings, and sexuality, enhancing who you are both on and off the stage.

Oct 01 Suzanne Jackson

You Are What You Think

Our series on singing and financial success continues, as Lynnette Owens introduces Success Principle No. 2. Discover more about how your thought patterns directly affect your actions, and subsequently influence the resulting outcomes. Learn the truth about many money myths and how to effectively change your negative patterns of thought.

Oct 01 Lynnette Owens