| Major in classical and jazz voice in college?
My daughter is applying to vocal performance programs and the more visits/auditions we do the more confused she becomes. Her first love is jazz but she is a very talented classical (coloratura soprano) singer, and appreciates her classical lessons for developing her voice. The opera teachers she has auditioned for tell have given her extremely positive feedback. She does not want to give up either but the schools seem to force you to pick. She applied to Miami, UNT, Denver, and Lawrence because their jazz programs incorporate the classical training as well. Can you do it all? If she goes into a jazz program does she give up the possibility of a classical singing career totally or can you continue to take lessons while pursuing a jazz degree and have the option to jump back into the classical arena later as the voice develops further? She really wants to preserve options and be a versatile singer...Help? |