A RESOURCE LIST FOR CAREER, ART, AND ARTISTS’ SPIRITUALITY.

 

These publications have been a great source of information for me.

 

1. Musical America International Directory for the Performing Arts (published annually), Primedia Publications, Hightstown, NJ.

 

2. Classical Singer Magazine, P.O. Box 278, Maplewood, NJ 07040. Also, online, their forum at www.classicalsinger.com is an important resource.

 

3. Opera America Career Guide for Singers, published annually. Opera America organization.

 

4. Complete Preparation: A Guide to Auditioning for Opera, by Joan Dornemann; 1992, Excalibur Publishing, NY

 

5. The Performing Artist’s Handbook, by Janice Popolos; 1984, Writers Digest Books, Ohio

 

6. Management: The Book: Research and Discussion on Professional Management for Classical Singers, by the Editors of the New York Opera Newsletter; 1998, New York Opera Newsletter, Maplewood, NJ

 

7. The Back Stage Handbook for Performing Artists: The How-to and Who-to-Contact Reference for Actors, Singers, and Dancers, compiled and edited by Sherry Eaker; 1989, Billboard Publications, NY

 

8. Money for Performing Artists: A Guide to Grants, Awards, Fellowships, Artists’ Residencies, Competitions, Technical Assistance, and More, edited by Suzanne Niemeyer; 1991, American Council for the Arts, NY.

 

9. Directory of Coaches and Accompanists, Third Edition. 1997, The New York Opera Newsletter, Maplewood, NJ.

 

10. Power Networking: 55 Secrets for Personal and Professional Success, by Donna Fisher and Sandy Vilas. 1991, 1992, MountainHarbour Publications, Houston.

 

11. Time Management for Dummies, by Jeffrey J. Mayer. 1995, IDG Books Worldwide, Foster City, CA.

 

12. Great Singers on Great Singing, by Jerome Hines. 1982, Limelight Editions, NY.

 

13. The Artist’s Way: A Spiritual Path to Higher Creativity, by Julia Cameron with Mark Bryan. 1992, G.P. Putnam’s Sons, NY.

 

14. The Vein of Gold: A Journey to Your Creative Heart, by Julia Cameron.1996, G.P. Putnam’s Sons, NY.

 

15. Creating a Life Worth Living: A practical course in career design for artists, innovators, and others aspiring to a creative life, by Carol Lloyd. 1997, Harper Perenniel, NY.

 

16. The New Forum for Classical Singers, www.nfcs.net. This is one of the most important web resources for singers, connecting you to other young professionals as well as some seasoned pros and company administrators, all of whom have strong opinions, ideas, and generally a wealth of knowledge. Helpful hint: read it for a while before you jump in, use a nom de plume if you intend to be belligerent/stupid/insulting, don't expect anyone to do your homework for you, and check to see if someone has already answered your question before you ask.

 

Please see my resources page for an extensive listing of other need-to-know sites and resources.