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Harry Hayfield

U.K.
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I can answer questions about Gilbert and Sullivan and their comic operas, where to find the words and the music and also any questions regarding plots

Julia Katherine Walsh

U.S.
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I can answer all questions relating to studying Operatic singing, the female voice, acting for singing, attending music conservatories for college, voice competitions, studying voice in New York City, and the lifestyle of an opera singer.

Mike Leone

U.S.
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I have a special affinity for Italian opera, but I also have a lot of experience with French and German opera. I know somewhat less about opera from countries other than these, although there are some exceptions. My main area of interest is the period 1775-1925, although there are a few baroque and modern works that I love.

Pamela Thomas

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Questions on Opera performance, repertoire, vocal technique, acting for opera. I have some 20 years experience in opera in both leading roles and chorus. I have sung with New York City Opera since 1981. I have studied voice in NYC for over 20 years and have also taught technique and coached singers in acting.

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2012-01-25 Support causing tension in legs:

Hi James,  Sorry you are having trouble... there could be a number of reasons why you are not supporting correctly - wish I could hear you in person!  But, failing that...  one thing you can do to make

2012-01-24 need help identifying this song:

Hi Matt - I had written to a couple of my friends who are opera gurus but have not heard back from them.  The piece is familiar to me but I just can't place it.  I will write you again once I've gotten

2012-01-22 opera:

Hello Steve--    I can't answer your question with 100 percent certainty.  I recall reading at some point that Verdi's Falstaff was Toscanini's favorite opera.  That was from a second-hand source, so I

2012-01-15 Vocal Cords:

Hi Gina,    I'm so sorry to be so late answering you.  Your cords will recover but you need to be silent for a few days to let them heal.  If you have trouble singing in falsetto it probably means the

2012-01-04 light tenor or light baritone?:

Hi,    Sorry for the delay in answering.  Yes, please send me a file so I can hear you.  Then I will be able to tell more.  You don't say how old you are - but remember, high notes are learned and will

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