pianist, opera coach, conductor, writer
“The Rules of Engagement” was a hit! Fellow UT prof and wonderful baritone David Small and I inaugurated this program last night. We had been feeling good about it, and a very gratifying response from our crowd seemed to say that they found it effective as well. David sang beautifully … Continue Reading →
I’m still flying after tonight’s recital with soprano (and dear friend) Christine Goerke. The Tucson Desert Song Festival does everything right: beautiful venues and pianos, great support staff, committed and enthusiastic audience. They made it easy for us to relax and rock the house. The opera girl in me loved … Continue Reading →
I just spent a completely delightful hour with the University of Arizona vocal students who are preparing Die Zauberflöte for performances in April. They were engaged, prepared, and took big risks. More than that a teacher cannot ask! It’s so important to realize that the road to real excellence is bumpy. Everybody … Continue Reading →
I got the chance to turn pages at a recital early in my freshman year at Arizona State University. As I hurried back to my dorm after class to get my long black skirt and heels, I had no idea of what was to come. I remember sitting at David … Continue Reading →
…and they were beautiful! Congratulations to the Butler Opera Center on a successful and moving performance of Sweeney Todd! One more to go, Sunday afternoon at 4 pm at McCullough Theater on the UT campus in Austin. Last night you couldn’t say “no one in the chair” – the theater was … Continue Reading →