On Leading Pianists

I remember Diane Lewarne once saying to singers that until you get hired by a company for an engagement, your entire musical life is essent...

Readers' Comments on Audition Best Practices

It seems like pianists and singers alike have a lot to say about a recent post on audition pianists . Here are a few highlights. Anonymous w...

On Pianists at Auditions

Having an exceptional and committed pianist is so important to the perception that a singer will bring to an audition. Yet why do so many pi...

Aria Frequency Lists for 2010-2012

Pianists often ask me which arias the the most important ones to know in audition situations. Fortunately, the hard work and diligence of Ki...