In this next episode of the Singers' Tension Podcast, Mezzo-Soprano Alyssa Curto shares her experience as a former Opera student (U of Toronto; U of Ottawa), now returning to her roots working professionally in the Musical Theatre/Cross-over industry in Toronto Canada.

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We really get into the differences of attitudes from teachers/conductors/directors towards young artists while they are still "in training."

How do you find your voice and assert yourself as an artist even before you have a name for yourself?

What are the sensational differences between singing the two styles?

What is the University experience of music students who are a "favorite" talent?

How does body image come up in University settings when grooming young artists?