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So you didn't get that gig you really wanted.

Happy New Year, Everyone!

A number of singers I know - fine singers...in fact, excellent singers - think of themselves as having failed in opera, or indeed in professional singing as a whole, because they're not working ful

Question: I am really enjoying your blog, and had a request. Do you think you guys could write an entry on YAP programs for recent grads.

All, if you haven't met Elaine Crane of Greater Worcester Opera, then may I be the first to introduce you to the nicest person in the world:

Here's a good tip for anyone just starting out in the business: Always thank your Stage Manager!

Question: Help. What are we supposed to wear for auditions?

Question: How do you pick good audition rep?

After looking at binders full of singers over the last month, I wanted to add a few more tips on resume design:

Question:  "While I do understand that what makes a good resume is a rather subjective judgment, I’d love to have access to some concrete tips and/or examples of resumes that really work in