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Program Spotlight: Bel Canto in Tuscany

Bel Canto in Tuscany offers a three-week intensive training program for singers and opera coaches in Greve in Chianti, Italy. It offers a uniquely well-rounded educational experience that focuses on every aspect needed to become a professional in the field of opera.

Nov 25 Eugenia Forteza

Cutting through the Noise: Selecting a Master’s Program in a Time of Information Overload

Continuing your studies with a graduate degree can be daunting. Read on to learn how to find the right fit for your educational goals while maintaining a clear sense of financial realities.

Nov 24 Alan E. Hicks

Authentic Artistry for Audition Season

With audition season underway, one of the biggest tips of advice from Katy Lindhart is to be yourself. Read on for advice as you navigate your auditions this year.

Nov 16 Katy Lindhart

Singer Spotlight: Christopher Bozeka

Studying voice as a 13-year-old in Akron, Ohio, Christopher Bozeka dreamed of a career in opera. He is now in that rare class of tenor who sings the high-lying bel canto roles, but also enjoys singing supporting tenor roles as well. Read on to learn more about Bozeka and his career!

Nov 15 Eric McKeever

Coffee with Marilyn Maye

Marilyn Maye continues to be in high demand as a singer at 95 years young. She shares her decades of wisdom as a performing artist with CS readers.

Nov 09 Minda Larsen

College Connections: Are AP Classes Worth It?

Advanced Placement classes can add stress to your high school experience, but can also save time and money when you go to college. These courses can help you focus more intensely on your musical, theatrical, and dance training when you begin a university program.

Nov 06 Mary Taylor

Keeping Company on the Road: Auditions

Join CJ Greer as she travels the country in the Broadway touring production of Company – coming to a city near you! Each month she discusses the ins and outs of life on the road. First up – auditioning for a national tour!

Oct 27 CJ Greer

PR for Singers

Are you interested in working with a publicist, but have no idea where to start? Read on to learn about the major areas of publicity to help you navigate your career.

Oct 25 Mindi Rayner

Music Major Minute: Daily Practice Rx: Show Up, then “Treat Yo’ Self!”

Learn more about daily practice habits to make your semester’s voice lessons successful.

Oct 20 Christi Amonson

Finding the Right Voice Studio Fit: Considerations for Students and Teacher

André Chiang and Victoria Vargas discuss studio inclusivity and ways to create and maintain a safe space in the voice studio.

Oct 19 Andre Chiang and Victoria Vargas

2023 Sphinx Medalist Aundi Marie Moore makes her Carnegie Hall Debut

Soprano Aundi Marie Moore was named by the Sphinx Organization as one of the 2023 recipients of the Sphinx Medal of Excellence. She'll be making her Carnegie Hall debut on October 20th, 2023.

Oct 13 Eugenia Forteza

Don’t Sing What You Must, Sing What You Are!

Tenor Josaphat Contreras shares his story of creating a recital program based on his cultural heritage and why you should focus your efforts on authentically performing for yourself.

Oct 10 Josaphat Contreras