Navigating the Business Side of Singing

01/22/25 • 37 min

In this Behind The Curtain episode, Soula Parassidis and Norman Reinhardt talk about the multifaceted realities of pursuing an opera career, especially regarding often overlooked financial aspects. By sharing personal experiences and shedding light on hidden costs, to goal of this episode is to empower aspiring artists to understand better what lies ahead, emphasizing hope and education.
• Exploring a young artist's question about the worth of pursuing opera
• The complexity of measuring 'worth' in an artistic career
• Discussing the realities of financial expectations in the arts
• Highlighting costs that artists face beyond income received
• The role and fees associated with agents
• Importance of financial literacy for aspiring artists
• How to navigate housing and travel expenses as a freelancer
• Suggestions for developing multiple skill sets and interests
• Encouragement and hope for young artists starting their journeys

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