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The Pape Variations

Renowned bass René Pape grew up in East Germany and was coming of age as a singer when the wall came down. Now he sings at the most prominent houses around the world in the major roles of his Fach. Even still, he hasn’t forgotten the experiences and lessons of his youth and how they shaped him into the artist he is today—experiences he shares in this Classical Singer exclusive.

Mar 01 Olivia Giovetti

The Entrepreneurial Career : Many Thanks

Being appreciative of others makes everyone feel good—and makes good things happen.

Mar 01 Amanda Keil

A Touchy Subject : Sexual Harassment on the U.S. Opera stage

Identifying sexual harassment and knowing how to deal with it when it does happen is a tricky business, especially in the opera industry. A stage director, the president of AGMA, and singers offer their experiences and advice here.

Mar 01 Rachel Antman

Janet Williams : American Star Finds Home as Teacher and Mentor Abroad

An expat shares how she has found a life and career to love abroad in Berlin.

Mar 01 Lisa Houston

Voice Lessons… via Video Conference

As voice teachers and singers look to use technology to their advantage, one voice teacher tries out a lesson via Skype.

Mar 01 Brian Manternach

Moving Too Fast: Aiding an out-of-control accompanist

When I was a kid, I loved “The Jetsons”. For those of you too young to know, it was a television cartoon about a family living in the future. They

Feb 28 Auditions Plus

Pilates and Singing

“That contraption looks ominous” was my initial observation as I walked into the Pilates studio for my first session and noticed with fear and dread the various reformer machines scattered

Feb 26 Dr. Michelle Latour

How Do You Deal With Change – Balance or Chaos?

“This is the setting out. The leaving of everything behind. Leaving the social milieu. The preconceptions. The definitions. The language. The narrowed field of vision. The expectations. No longer expecting

Feb 25 Carol Kirkpatrick

Your Accompanist and Your Audition: How to Prep

A singer at an audition is on a blind date with a pianist. This date takes place in front of people who can give the singer a job based on

Feb 21 Auditions Plus

Steady Singing Gigs: Part 2

Every singer wants a long line of steady singing gigs coming their way. But are you willing to do the dirty work to get there? In an earlier post I

Feb 20 Eric Stoddard

The Full Measure of Your Potential! How to Be a Winner

“Wisdom is knowing what path to take next . . . Integrity is taking it.” Robyn Elpruhzlein Would your life be different if you were treated daily by others

Feb 19 Carol Kirkpatrick

Time Management – The Article You Don't Have Time to Read

Do you have trouble finding time in the day for everything on your list? Or perhaps you find it difficult to stay focused on what’s most important to accomplish your

Feb 12 CS