Artistic Director Steven Blier recaps each day of intensive rehearsal and coaching with the 2018 Schwab Vocal Rising Stars — four vocalists and one pianist at the beginning of their professional careers. Days seven and eight offer reflection on the final product of two successful shows after a week of rehearsal.
Artistic Director Steven Blier recaps each day of intensive rehearsal and coaching with the 2018 Schwab Vocal Rising Stars — four vocalists and one pianist at the beginning of their professional careers. Day six marks the final rehearsal day before showtime and a note salad was served.
This year’s five Schwab Vocal Rising Stars are Christine Taylor Price, soprano, Hannah Dishman, mezzo-soprano, Jack Swanson, tenor, Benjamin Dickerson, baritone, and HoJae Lee, piano. For one intensive week these young artists participate in a residency of daily coaching, rehearsals, and workshops with mentors Steven Blier, Artistic Director for Vocal Rising Stars; Michael Barrett; and guest teaching artists; culminating in public performances.
Artistic Director of Schwab Vocal Rising Stars and New York Festival of Song, Steven Blier gives insight into the week of rehearsals at Caramoor.
Originally Published by The New York Times
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