Professional Development for Singers
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Online event
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A series of career development talks to help you master foundational tools vital to success in the opera industry.
About this event
Week 1: Practice for professionals
Thursday, June 10th, 19:00 IST, 20:00 CEST, 14:00 EDT, 11:00 PDT
(45 minute presentation + 30 minute Q&A)
Learning to practice is something that many singers struggle with. In this talk, we will cover the practice techniques and tools necessary to create a safe and productive practice plan.
The why, what, and how of practicing
- How to improve stamina?
- How to create a routine?
- How to decide what to practice?
- How to memorise?
- What is silent practice & why should it be used?
- How to practice when the instrument is not responding?
- How should daily practice advance when preparing for performance?
Week 2: Audition preparation & presentation
Thursday, June 17th , 19:00 IST, 20:00 CEST ,14:00 EDT, 11:00 PDT
(45 minute presentation + 30 minute Q&A)
Singers should approach every audition as a business meeting, and as such, should have a well-polished, professional audition package prepared.
- How to prepare an audition program?
- What materials should be presented to the panel?
- How to properly present music for the pianist?
- How to prepare in the days prior to an audition?
- How to dress for an audition?
- How to prepare and present a polished first impression?
Week 3: Resilience
Thursday, June 24, 19:00 IST, 20:00 CEST, 14:00 EDT, 11:00 PDT
(45 minute presentation + 30 minute Q&A)
Resilience is a vital foundation tool for anyone in this industry, and it will help on both the good and bad days.
- Recognising the value of constructive criticism
- Developing openness to artistic suggestion
- Accepting and respecting creative differences
- Maintaining a positive outlook
- Poise and self control
- Selfcare / self preservation