LINKS AND RESOURCES:
- Opera and Singing
- Accompanists/Coaches
- Directors/Conductors
- N.E. Music Sources
- Radio, News, Magazines
- Unions
- NE Colleges and Universities
- Music Theory and Research
- Money and Business
- Other Music Sources
OPERA AND SINGING RESOURCES
- http://www.aria-database.com
- "Diverse collection of information on over 1000 operatic arias."
Includes translations and midi files. - http://www.artsboston.org
- Community arts alliance. Links to member websites, ticket discounts, grants and more...
- http://www.belcantosociety.org
- Produces Performances and Recordings of Opera. Publication of Opera
Fanatic Magazine.
Articles and Directories - http://www.bhsinging.info
- Serves choral musicians in western New England and eastern upstate New York. Calendar and email list.
- http://www.blo.org
- Boston Lyric Opera
- http://www.bostoncabaret.org
- Boston Association of Cabaret Artists
- http://www.bostonsings.org
- Greater Boston Choral Consortium. Membership organization.
- http://www.BostonTheatreScene.com
- Easy, Fast way to buy tickets for hundreds of shows in the Greater Boston area.
- http://www.bluelanternpress.com
- "Choral Singer" educational newsletter delivers practical, expert guidance about vocal technique, language, repertoire, vocal health and the physical and psychological aspects of performance. Individual subscriptions, $47. Group and site licensing rates available upon request.
- http://www.bravuravox.com/news.php
- "Bravura" - Classical singing news and chat
- http://www.thebusinessofsinging.com
- Formerly the website of Cindy Sadler at Classical Singer Magazine. Offers practical advice for the working singer.
- http://www.choralcharisma.com
- The book, 'Choral CHARISMA: Singing with Expression'
- http://www.chorusamerica.org
- Chorus America. Networking resource to support and strengthen North American chorus'.
- http://www.classicalsinger.com
- NYC based Magazine and Website. Membership organization. "Information for your career. Support for your life. Enlightenment for your art."
- http://www.classicalvocalrep.com
- Classical Vocal Repertoire. Classical solo vocal reprints for sale.
- http://www.colortek.org
- A full service professional photo lab located in downtown Boston.
- http://www.crittendenopera.com
- Richard Crittenden Opera workshops and masterclasses.
- http://www.cyberbass.com/
- Choral singers resource - scores, learning tools, calendar, workshops
- http://employment.nats.org
- Job listings for voice teachers and vocal coaches.
- http://www.findchambermusic.com
- Project of the American Composers Forum and the Ameteur Chamber Music Players. Free of Charge.
- http://www.freehandmusic.com
- Legal digital sheet music and guitar tab downloads to print or add to your MusicPad Pro. Thousands of titles to choose from, many of which include MIDI recordings and can be transposed into any key or clef.
- http://www.fssgb.org
- The Folk Song Society of Greater Boston
- http://www.gfhandel.org/bleissa/emve/
- A list of Early Music vocal Ensembles
- http://www.lauraclaycomb.com
- Singer website. Includes advice corner, fun pages, and some neat links and resources.
- http://www.mcclosky.org
- The McClosky Institute of Voice - where science meets art.
- http://www. musicalamerica.com
- Musical America. The business source for the performing arts.
- http://www.musicals.net
- Information, links, and discussion groups regarding most of the well-known musicals.
- http://www.neoperaclub.org
- New England Opera Club. Monthly meetings, news letter, trips, and presentations.
- http://www.nats.org
- National Association of Teachers of Singing. Membership organization.
- http://www.nats.org/newengland
- National Association of Teachers of Singing - New England chapters
- http://www.nats-boston.org/
- National Association of Teachers of Singing - Boston chapter
- http://www.newenglandconservatory.edu/career/index.html
- The New England Conservatory Bridge Worldwide Connection
- http://www.nfcs.net
- New forum for classical singers.net. Forums, links, who's who.
- http://www.nomti.org
- New Opera and Music Theater Initiative, Boston based.
- http://www.nyiop.com
- New York International Opera Auditions. Brunellinerri Productions.
- http://www.operaamerica.org
- Opera America. Membership organization. "The service organization supporting the creation, presentation, and enjoyment of opera."
- http://www.operabase.com
- International performance directory, news, recordings, resources. Choose your language.
- http://www.opera-karaoke.com/
- A virtual coach for classical singers. Download Mp3 piano accompaniments as well vocal line tracks and diction tracks of the most famous operas.
- http://www.operamom.com
- Opera Mom. "The definitive online source of information and support for singing professionals with children." Very informative. Plenty of "dad" stuff there too.
- http://www.operissimo.com
- World wide list of performers and performances. List of opera houses. Easy to use.
- http://www.operanews.com
- International Magazine and Website. Subscriber organization.
- http://www.operadio.com
- An internet radio devoted to opera and classical music. 8 channels broadcasting continuous opera.
- http://www.operastuff.com
- Singers, companies, discussions, links.
- http://www.operaglass.com
- Opera Glass - libretti, source texts, performance histories, synopsis', discopgraphies...
- http://www.pianoaccompaniments.com
- Piano accompaniments for singers. Free Mp3 files.
- http://www.playbillarts.com/index.php
- Classical music, opera, dance, jazz; news, listings, features, jobs.
- http://www.singershealth.com
- Online and onsite Singer's health resources and programs
- http://www.songwriters.com
- Songwriters Guild
- http://www.stagesource.org
- Alliance of Theater Artists and Producers in the New England area. Membership organization.
- http://www.theatermirror.com
- Larry Stark's Theater Mirror. Boston based resource for actors
- http://www.vocalartscollaborative.org
- Vocal Arts Collaborative. Dedicated to exploring and developing the human voice as a means of expression and as a tool for building community.
- http://www.vocalist.org
- International singers discussion for singers and teachers. Includes links and articles, a free newsletter, and message boards.
- http://www.voiceteacher.com
- Articles, information, performances and products of David Jones.
- http://www.voiceteachers.com
- National internet directory of voice teachers. List is limited at this time, but you may search by location.
- http://www.womensingers.org
- Professional Women Singers Association; NYC based. Audition required for membership.
- http://www.yaptracker.com/
- Audition managment website that lists national and international auditions and competitions.
ACCOMPANIST AND VOCAL COACHES SOURCES
- http://accompanists.org
- "Free listing service for accompanists, keyboardists, pianists, and organists."
- http://www.agohq.org
- American Guild of Organists Head Quarters
- http://www.artsboston.org
- Community arts alliance. Links to member websites, ticket discounts, grants and more...
- http://www.bostoncabaret.org
- Boston Association of Cabaret Artists
- http://www.crittendenopera.com
- Richard Crittenden Opera workshops and masterclasses.
- http://employment.nats.org
- Job listings for voice teachers and vocal coaches.
- http://www.everynote.com/
- "Sheet music downloads from the world's largest digital source"
- http://www.mcclosky.org
- The McClosky Institute of Voice - where science meets art.
- http://www.musicalamerica.com
- Musical America. The business source for the performing arts.
- http://www.nats.org/newengland
- National Association of Teachers of Singing - New England chapters
- http://www.nats-boston.org/
- National Association of Teachers of Singing - Boston chapter
- http://www.newenglandconservatory.edu/career/index.html
- The New England Conservatory Bridge Worldwide Connection
- http://www.pianoaccompaniments.com
- Piano accompaniments for singers. Free Mp3 files.
- http://www.songwriters.com
- Songwriters Guild
- http://www.top100pianosites.com/
- A listing of piano and other music related sites
- http://www.voiceteacher.com
- Articles, information, performances and products of David Jones.
MUSIC DIRECTORS AND CONDUCTORS SOURCES
- http://www.acdaonline.org
- American Choral Director's Association
- http://www.agohq.org
- American Guild of Organists Head Quarters
- http://www.artservicesboston.org
- Arts Services Coalition, Boston, MA
- http://www.artsboston.org
- Community arts alliance. Links to member websites, ticket discounts, grants and more...
- http://www.bostonsings.org
- Greater Boston Choral Consortium. Membership organization.
- http://www.choralnet.org
- "The internet center for choral music and conductors of choral music"
- http://www.chorusamerica.org
- Chorus America. Networking resource to support and strengthen North American chorus'.
- http://www.composersforum.org/boston
- American Composers Forum, Boston Chapter.
- http://www.conductorsguild.org
- The Conductor's Guild
- http://www.musicalamerica.com
- Musical America. The business source for the performing arts.
- http://www.newenglandconservatory.edu/career/index.html
- The New England Conservatory Bridge Worldwide Connection
- http://www.nomti.org
- New Opera and Music Theater Initiative, Boston, MA. Michael Wartofsky, director.
- http://www.stage-directions.com
- Information about the industry including lighting, sound, costumes, sets, training, and other resources. Message boards, news letter, and conference.
- http://www.symphony.org
- American Symphony Orchestra League
- http://www.agmconnect.org
- Associated Grantmakers of Massachusetts
- http://www.ArtsandBusinessCouncil.org
- Builds partnerships to enhance the management capacity of arts organizations. Strengthens the business sector through training in the arts and volunteerism.
- http://www.Artsboston.org
- Promoting performing arts in Greater Boston. Discount tickets.
- http://www.ArtsEditor.com
- a monthly arts magazine, Boston
- http://www.artservicesboston.org
- Arts Services Coalition, Boston, MA
- http://www.artsboston.org
- Community arts alliance. Links to member websites, ticket discounts, grants and more...
- http://www.bemf.org
- Boston Early Music Festival
- http://www.bostoncabaret.org
- Boston Association of Cabaret Artists
- http://www.bostoncreativedesigns.com
- CD & DVD Duplication Company, Printing Services
- http://www.bostonsings.org
- Greater Boston Choral Consortium. Membership organization.
- http://www.camellia.org
- Classical Music Events in Boston
- http://www.colortek.org
- A full service professional photo lab located in downtown Boston.
- http://www.composersforum.org/boston
- American Composers Forum, Boston Chapter.
- http://www.Culturalaccess.org
- Provides training, materials, and advisory services for arts organizations to ensure that the arts are accessible to people with disabilities.
- http://www.fenwayculture.org
- Fenway Culture Organization. An initiative of the Fenway Culture Alliance.
- http://www.fssgb.org
- The Folk Song Society of Greater Boston
- http://www.fromthetop.org
- Weekly radio series on public radio showcasing the nation's most outstanding young musicians. Host Christopher O'Riley
- http://www.hireculture.com
- Hire Culture.org. "Where creative employers and job seekers click in Massachusetts." Supported by the Massachusetts Cultural Council.
- http://www.maash.org
- Massachusetts Advocates for the Arts, Sciences, and Humanities. Works to educate the people of Massachusetts about the economic, cultural, and social benefits of the arts, sciences, and humanities.
- http://www.massculturalcouncil.org
- Massachusetts Cultural Council
- http://www.matchbook.org/
- New England's online culture place that connects artists, presenters, and community.
- http://www.mbsolutions.com
- Peter Spellman, Berklee College of Music. A guide to survival and business for classical musicians.
- http://www.members.aol.com/nenats/ne.htm
- National Association of Teachers of Singing: New England Region.
- http://www.musicgym.com
- The Music Gym is a music rehearsal facility that operates just like a fitness club with a monthly membership fee. Non-members can play for only $20 an hour. Acoustic and electric pianos available. Open 7 days/week. Boston, New York and LA locations.
- http://www.netconline.org
- New England Theater Conference-membership organization
- http://www.newenglandconservatory.edu/career/index.html
- The New England Conservatory Bridge Worldwide Connection
- http://www.nefa.org
- New England Foundation for the Arts.
- http://www.newenglandfilm.com
- Boston independent Film and Video Resource
- http://www.nomti.org
- New Opera and Music Theater Initiative, Boston based.
- http://www.onstageboston.com
Articles and links for the Boston theatre community- http://www.stagesource.org
- Alliance of Theater Artists and Producers in the New England area. Membership organization.
- http://www.theatermirror.com
- Larry Stark's Theater Mirror. Boston based resource for actors.
- http://www.vlama.org
- Volunteer lawyers for the arts
- http://www.vocalartscollaborative.org
- Vocal Arts Collaborative. Dedicated to exploring and developing the human voice as a means of expression and as a tool for building community.
http://www.ArtsEditor.com
a monthly arts magazine, Boston
http://www.bluelanternpress.com
"Choral Singer" educational newsletter delivers practical, expert guidance about vocal technique, language, repertoire, vocal health and the physical and psychological aspects of performance. Individual subscriptions, $47. Group and site licensing rates available upon request.
http://www.bostonherald.com
The Boston Herald
http://www.bostonmagazine.com
Boston Magazine
http://www.bostonphoenix.com
The Boston Phoenix
http://www.boston.com
The Boston Globe and other news links
http://www.classics24.tv
The first classical music video-on-demand channel on broadband internet.
http://www.classicalsinger.com
NYC based Magazine and Website. Subscriber organization. "Information for your career. Support for your life.
http://www.classicsandjazz.co.uk
Universal music website devoted exclusively to classical music and jazz
http://www.classicalmusictoday.com
A new quarterly newsletter devoted to everything that is brand-new in the world of classical music.
http://www.fromthetop.org
Weekly radio series on public radio showcasing the nation's most outstanding young musicians. Host Christopher O'Riley
http://www.music.indiana.edu/music_resources/journals.html
Indiana University School of Music list of Music Journals and Magazines, newspapers, and Periodicals
http://www.operanews.com
International Magazine and Website. Subscriber organization.
http://www.wgbh.org89.7 FW, GBH 44, Public Broadcasting from Boston
http://www.whrb.org
95.3 FM Harvard Radio Broadcasting. Chicago Lyric Opera and Metropolitan Opera broadcasts.
http://www.wcrb.com
Classical 102.5 FM Boston
http://www.wboq.com
104.9 FM North Shore news, talk, music
UNIONS AND PERFORMING RIGHTS ORGANIZATIONS
- http://www.actorsequity.org
- Actor's Equity Association
- http://www.afm.org
- American Federation of Musicians
- http://www.aftra.org
- American Federation of Television and Radio Artists
- http://www.ascap.com
- American Society of Composers, Authors, and Publishers. Amembership association of U.S. composers, songwriters, lyricists, and music in all genres of music.
- http://www.bostonmusicians.org
- American Federation of Musicians, Boston Chapter
- http://www.bmi.com
- Broadcast Music Inc. An American performing rights organization that represents songwriters, composers and music publishers in all genres of music.
- http://www.dramaguild.com
- The Dramatists Guild of America
- http://www.iatse-intl.org
- International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees, Moving Picture Technicians, Artists and Allied Crafts of the United States it's Territories and Canada (IATSE).
- http://www.musicalartists.org
- American Guild of Musical Artists
- http://www.sag.com
- Screen Actors Guild
- http://www.sesac.com
- Originally formed as the 'Society of European Stage Authors & Composers' now simply known as SESAC. A performing rights organization with headquarters in Nashville and offices in New York, Los Angeles and London
- http://www.ssdc.org
- The Society of Stage Directors and Choreographers
- http://www.usa829.org
- United Scenic Artists, Local 829
NEW ENGLAND COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES
- http://www.neasc.org
- New England Association of Schools and Colleges. Lists dates of reviews and accreditations.
- http://www.nfaa.org
- The National Foundation for Advancement in the Arts. Scholarship and career information.
- http://www.classical.net
- CD buying guides, composer info., reviews and articles, books and scores, schedules.
- http://www.classicweb.com
- Lists of links. Somewhat limited but easy to use.
- http://www.classical-composers.org
- Classical composers database. Dates and facts for over 1600 composers.
- http://www.composersforum.org/boston
- American Composers Forum, Boston Chapter.
- http://www.dolmetsch.com/musicalsymbols.htm
- Music dictionary: Music symbols
- http://www.findchambermusic.com
- Project of the American Composers Forum and the Ameteur Chamber Music Players. Free of Charge.
- http://www.musiclassical.com
- Encyclopedia and biography info., reviews and articles, books and scores, schedules.
- http://www.musictheory.net
- Ricci Adams' daily lessons, links, forums, downloads
- http://www.onlineclassics.com
- Videos of large scale works.
- http://www.agmconnect.org
- Associated Grantmakers of Massachusetts
- http://www.ArtsandBusinessCouncil.org
- Builds partnerships to enhance the management capacity of arts organizations. Strengthens the business sector through training in the arts and volunteerism.
- http://www.Artsboston.org
- Promoting performing arts in Greater Boston. Discount tickets.
- http://www.arts.endow.gov
- National Endowment for the Arts.
- http://www.artsmarketing.org
- ArtsMarketing.org helps your organization address its daily marketing needs and longer-term marketing issues. Free news letters and other information.
- http://www.artservicesboston.org
- Arts Services Coalition, Boston, MA
- http://www.accessexpressed.net
- VSA Arts Massachusetts. Creating opportunities for people with disabilities
- http://www.ascap.com
- American Society of Composers, Authors, and Publishers
- http://www.bmi.com
- Performing rights organization
- http://www.thebusinessofsinging.com
- Formerly the website of Cindy Sadler at Classical Singer Magazine. Offers practical advice for the working singer.
- http://www.cof.org
- The Council on foundations. "Maintains a comprehensive list of foundation web pages.
- http://www.Culturalaccess.org
- Provides training, materials, and advisory services for arts organizations to ensure that the arts are accessible to people with disabilities.
- http://www.mktix.com
- Designed specifically for the needs of community-based organizations to provide a secure, managed, and easy to use environment for their online ticketing needs.
- http://www.mpa.org
- Music Publishers Association of the US
- http://www.lcweb.loc.gov/copyright
- United States Copyright Office
- http://www.massculturalcouncil.org
- Massachusetts Cultural Council
- http://www.maash.org
- Massachusetts Advocates for the Arts, Sciences, and Humanities. Works to educate the people of Massachusetts about the economic, cultural, and social benefits of the arts, sciences, and humanities.
- http://www.mbsolutions.com
- Peter Spellman, Berklee College of Music. A guide to survival and business for classical musicians.
- http://www.soundbarter.com
- Online trading service for musicans. Barter services, equipment, recordings, etc...
- http://www.nefa.org
New England Foundation for the Arts.
http://www.nfaa.org
The National Foundation for Advancement in the Arts. Scholarship and career information.- http://www.openstudio.org
- National advisory for online arts.
- http://www.sesac.com
- Performing rights organization.
- http://www.thecontentmill.com/performers.asp
- Website design templates and exciting features especially designed for the needs of busy performers.
- http://www.Vlama.org
- Volunteer lawyers for the arts
- http://www.youcanworkfromanywhere.com
- Solving the communication needs of the traveling musician.
- http://www.acousticalsolutions.com/
- Sound Proofing and Noise Reduction Products
- http://www.artservicesboston.org
- Arts Services Coalition, Boston, MA
- http://www.classiccat.net
- Directory of free classical music made available by the performers, sorted by composer and work. Over 2800 entries and growing. With biographical information and links for the composers.
- http://www.colortek.org
- A full service professional photo lab located in downtown Boston.
- http://www.classicsandjazz.co.uk
Universal music website devoted exclusively to classical music and jazz- http://www.everynote.com/
- "Sheet music downloads from the world's largest digital source"
- http://www.festivalfinder.com
- "Details on more than 2,500 music festivals in North America"
- http://www.findchambermusic.com
- Project of the American Composers Forum and the Ameteur Chamber Music Players. Free of Charge.
- http://www.freehandmusic.com
- Legal digital sheet music and guitar tab downloads to print or add to your MusicPad Pro. Thousands of titles to choose from, many of which include MIDI recordings and can be transposed into any key or clef.
- http://www.fwearlymusic.org
- Fort Worth Early Music. Links to other early music sites.
- http://www.grammy.com
- National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences
- http://www.musicgym.com
- The Music Gym is a music rehearsal facility that operates just like a fitness club with a monthly membership fee. Non-members can play for only $20 an hour. Acoustic and Electric pianos available. Open 7 days/week. Boston, New York and LA locations.
- http://www.MusicIsland.com
- All the info you need to help you launch and promote an independent music career. Has one of the largest lists of independent record labels looking for demos.
- http://www.myauditions.com
- A performing arts destination for aspiring artists seeking assistance and guidance from professional artists, higher institutions of learning, ensembles, and related organizations on issues that further their career choices and opportunities.
- http://www.operamom.com
- Opera Mom. "The definitive online source of information and support for singing professionals with children." Very informative. Plenty of "dad" stuff there too.
- http://www.songwriters.com
- Songwriters Guild
- http://www.top100pianosites.com/
- A listing of piano and other music related sites
- http://wynn.com/mol/mol.html
- Musical ON Line - network resource for locating professional musicians and companies.
All the links and resources listed above have been recommended by BSR members. BSR makes every effort to ensure that the information listed above is correct and legitimate. Please report any discrepancies to BSR immediately. You may forward your helpful links to linksandresources@bostonsingersresource.com.