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After finishing with La Charmeuse at the MET in 2009, I was asked to return the next season to do three significant covers, also known as...

It’s time for some stories. Let me be clear: my intentions with these reflections are to help my students learn to navigate the music...

Years ago, I was singing in a new production with a famous conductor and an even more famous director. Both of whom had direct...

I like the possibility that there are little fairies going around jumping on us and inspiring us. Like Puck, they cast their spells on us...

Reflecting back on immense stage fright and performance anxiety. In 2001 I made it to the finals of the Houston Grand Opera McCollum Competi

Showing up to what is in front of us each day, however different it may be, is truly the practice. How do I do that? By establishing a...

The buzzword phrase of the moment is imposter syndrome. Have you heard it? Do you have it? Imposter syndrome is that feeling you get that...

5 steps to getting accepted to the top music schools. Hiring coaches to help you with singing, acting, and essay writing are keys to success

Why does the rehearsal process make us want to shut down? When creativity is hard there are steps to take to keep going strong. Push through

I’ve been on a journey to redefine what I do and how I do it. Music, yes. And teaching? Absolutely. Gardening is my latest segue in my...

The pandemic caused everyone to shift. Chances are if you were a full-time singer, you saw all of your income shrivel up in one day....

Here are some strategic steps to get you back into vocal and mental shape after some time off from singing. All you need is three months.

Why am I a singer? Violetta has reminded me. To tell stories. To let others know they are not alone.