In music, one never stops learning.  There’s always a technique to hone, a song to better interpret, and more repertoire to wrap our arms around. 

It’s impossible to significantly grow as a singer – or really, in whatever we do - without taking risks.  Admittedly, I haven’t always been the riskiest risk taker.  I suppose for me I’ve become more so with life experience.  And as a great friend reminded me not too long ago, looking back will drive you crazy, so best focus on what�...

I’m counting down the days until December 27th and the annual Kennedy Center Honors broadcast.  While I look forward to it every year, I’m especially excited because the legendary Barbara Cook will finally get the recognition that's long overdue.

For those who follow cabaret, classic musical theatre, and Sondheim, Barbara Cook is the big time, among the crème de la crème.  Her career spans 60+ years.  She was the original Marian in “The Music Man”, has a host of musical theatre rol...