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Episode 36. Glamour

Posted May 24, 2020 • 01:31:04

The Oxford English Dictionary defines “glamour” as “magic; enchantment; spell” and “a magical or fictitious beauty attaching to any person...

Episode 35. Charm: A Second Helping

Posted May 17, 2020 • 01:45:01

Last week we had such an overflowing of vocal, artistic, and personal charm that I was compelled to produce a second episode on the subject with a fresh...

Episode 34. Charm

Posted May 10, 2020 • 01:24:15

I have planned a series on five different artistic traits that guide a singer through their artistic journey. The designations are my own, and as such,...

Episode 33. Florence Quivar (Mezzo Madness IV)

Posted May 3, 2020 • 01:10:09

Today I am thrilled and proud to present the superlative American mezzo-soprano Florence Quivar in a selection from her 1990 recording of spirituals....

Episode 32. Fedora Barbieri (Mezzo Madness III)

Posted April 25, 2020 • 01:17:11

The Italian mezzo-soprano Fedora Barbieri (1920-2003) was never a great favorite of mine. That is, until I recently came across her rare 1953 recording...