We began class by taking the self-management questionnaire which immediately shed light on the wide array of experience levels. It was a very interesting group of singers who were extremely willing to share with each other; it made for a very collegial atmosphere.

One of the more experienced singers was a graduate of Roosevelt University’s College of Performing Arts and left with a very solid set of career-management skills. This singer focused on writing by hand into a journal after every coaching, lesson, and audition. They also kept copious repertoire notes including a binder of performance repertoire divided up into sections: arias, scenes, music theater, and songs. It was quite impressive and was a testament to Professor Dana Brown’s business class at CCPA.

Some other singers offered fine suggestions for how to manage keeping track of expenses.  Others had some great insight into the Fach system from their experience working in a University Library.

After the seminar we did individual installation and brief setup meetings.  They went well and I was happy to have the direct feedback, but I bet I can develop some good materials to do training “en masse.”  Coming soon.