pianist, opera coach, conductor, writer
I can finally post the official press release from SongFusion, a wonderful organization that supports the art song repertoire and its innovative performance through unexpected collaborations. I’m joining baritone Michael Kelly as co-artistic director. We can’t wait to share our plans with you – follow that link to see the … Continue Reading →
Tonight is the final dress rehearsal for the University of Michigan’s production of Giulio Cesare in Egitto. What a joy it has been to work on this remarkable opera with the committed students here. I couldn’t be prouder of their accomplishment. It always blows me away to watch students work toward and … Continue Reading →
I managed to stay ahead of the storm this weekend. This winter has been cold and harsh! Ah, but today the sun is out, the ice is melting from the trees, and a blue sky speaks of the new season just around the corner. It’s wonderful to return to DC … Continue Reading →
Happiness is updating your calendar! From Arizona to Vienna (VA), from Canada to Texas, from Handel to Hanlon, and with my favorite opera of all time in the mix? Next year is shaping right up. Hope to see you somewhere along the way!
Tonight was the Butler Opera Center’s scenes program. I love scenes programs: the sheer variety of repertoire, the quick changing up of style, story, and singers. I love watching our student conductors lead with confident and expressive hands. I love hearing the surprises: a new steadiness of tempo, a beautiful … Continue Reading →