pianist, opera coach, conductor, writer
I just finished an inspiring two-day residency at the University of Western Ontario. I had a chance to speak with the vocal majors, work with collaborative teams, coach some of the singers cast in the upcoming production of Falstaff, and do an opera aria master class. The level of preparation … Continue Reading →
I have the incredible honor of teaching two master classes at my alma mater today. I have two degrees from Arizona State University and had the great good fortune to connect with so many inspiring teachers there. I studied piano with Steven De Groote, Caio Pagano, and Jan Thompson. Lois … Continue Reading →
I’m back for the tenth year of the CoOPERAtive program at Westminster Choir College in Princeton! I love this town and this faculty. Three weeks with motivated young singers and world class colleagues – it’s never failed to inspire me and give me tons of new ideas. We’re off to … Continue Reading →
I’m writing in a state of exhilaration after our first orchestra reading for Nozze at Wolf Trap. What a joy to be back with the musicians of the Washington, DC area. It’s such a rich scene! There’s so much going on here – symphony, opera, oratorio, chamber music. Players are skilled and … 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 →