Consulting
The Business of Singing
With 25+ years of experience as a singer and career mentor, Cindy has established herself as the go-to for frank, kind, and actionable advice. She has helped singers from beginners to international artists with private consultations, workshops, special projects, one-on-one career mentoring, and more; and she would love to help you, too.
Book a professional development workshop for your summer program or university. You choose the topic, amount of time, and dates to suit your needs! Your students can learn about building press kits, branding and marketing, how and when to seek management, researching and landing auditions, managing yourself, career options, grant-writing basics, transitioning to a professional career, and more.
***BOOK BEFORE MAY 15, 2021 AND RECEIVE A 15% DISCOUNT***
Whether you’re an individual artist, a solo entrepreneur, or a small business, a coordinated mission, message, and marketing will help you target the right audiences, send the right messages, and save your time and energy for the creative work that only you can do.
Cindy’s branding and marketing service includes up to four hours of 1:1 consultation, logo design, letterhead design, website audit or design help, product development, and marketing material development.
$1000.00
Jump on the waiting list for the next workshop or request a workshop for your organization by contacting us here with “Bio Bootcamp” in the subject line.
Does writing your own bio leave you frustrated and confused? It doesn’t have to be! Learn an easy formula that will help you write a great bio every time and update it whenever you like —- regardless of what is (or isn’t) happening in your career at the moment.
The Spring 2021 session is closed. Jump on the waiting list for the Fall 2021 session by contacting us here with “TBOS” in the subject line, or book a 1:1 with Cindy now.
Stay connected with community and your joy in singing as you develop your entrepreneurship.
Five meetings, every other week.
Topics include:
Press kits
Communication
Branding
Etiquette
Business writing for artists
Negotiations
Contracts
Auditions
Management
Repertoire
Any matters of interest to group members.
Pay what you can.
Max 15 members per class.
You must apply and be accepted to enter this program.
The Spring 2021 session is closed. Jump on the waiting list for the Fall 2021 session by contacting us here with “TBOS” in the subject line, or book a 1:1 with Cindy now.
Could you use a little help staying hopeful, active, and accountable during these tough times?
Would you enjoy being part of a supportive, positive community dedicated to creating, learning, and sharing?
The Emerald Group (aka the Emmies) meet monthly to work on special projects and assignments designed to stimulate creative entrepreneurship.
Purchase price includes one half-hour 1:1 consultation session with Cindy.
Pay what you can.
Max 15 members per group.
Upgrade your auditions by preparing dramatically as intensely as you prepare musically.
Most singers spend a lot of time on vocal technique and musical coaching, but neglect to prepare dramatically or simply rely on instinct. But singing is about much more than making pretty sounds —- it’s about communication. How can you communicate if you don’t understand the nuances of your character or how to convey them?
Drawing on her extensive performance, stage directing and dramatic work with young artists, Cindy is offering 1:1 dramatic coaching to help you make the most of every audition opportunity. Available in person or online.
$75/hour
"Cindy's Business of Singing classes are one of the most useful things a singer could experience while trying to make their way in the professional singing world at any capacity. Not only is there an amazing focus on how to specifically market yourself to the best of your abilities in every possible situation, it also includes invaluable knowledge about the business side of singing that is often only gained through actual experience as a working singer. So often a program or a music degree won't include anything about actually working as a singer beyond technique, stage experience, and acting, but Cindy's classes teach you how to effectively present those skills and how to monitor and run your experiences as a business. Cindy's experience in the business and her collaboration with other successful artists create an astoundingly in-depth series of courses that teach you everything you need as a working singer from taxes and management to social media platforms and audition materials. They are an essential supplement to anyone wishing to perform professionally as a singer!"
—Lauren Slagowski, soprano, graduate student
"Her insight on the business, how to prepare and be prepared for every situation is amazing."
Darren Keith Woods, General Director, Seagle Music Colony
"I don't care if you're a neophyte or, like me, someone looking to renew their pursuit of a career after taking time off or somewhere in between; a consultation with Cindy is a MUST."
–Limmie Pulliam, tenor
"Cindy has lots of experience and perspective to draw upon, being an opera professional working in several capacities; she also has the ability to get to the heart of your question quickly, talk about it frankly and constructively, and offer "real-talk" advice and actionable ideas. I found myself easily creating a "to-do" list from the feedback I received on my questions, and left her session feeling motivated and empowered."
—Danielle Buonaiuto, soprano
"She listened patiently to all of my questions and concerns, gave me agency to start treating my career like a small business, and helped me to see that I have the tools to navigate this crazy world."
Timothy Madden, bass-baritone
Spotlight on Opera
Professional Development Program
In 2007, Cindy founded Spotlight on Opera to provide aspiring and avocational singers an opportunity to study, perform and hone their artistic entrepreneurship in a supportive and safe environment devoted to excellence. Visit the official website for full details on the program and its offerings or to support “opera for everyone” with a donation!
"I found myself as an artist. I have a better sense of who I am and I'm bringing that out here while I audition."
—Zuly Inirio, soprano, Germany
"It helped prepare me for grad school and made me realize I was serious about opera... It provided a safe environment for me to grow as a performer and to get used to being on stage."
—Julie Silva, mezzo
"...it's an amazing program ... you get master classes, lessons, coachings, you get to do four opera, concerts, business of singing classes ... you get to work with so many professionals. It's a very good price point. The Business of Singing classes made the program worth it for me even without any of the performing."
—Lauren Slagowski, soprano
FORMER Artist in Residence
Hurley School of Music
From 2017-2019, Cindy proudly served a residency on the faculty of the Hurley School of Music at Centenary College of Louisiana, where she taught voice and directed the Singers’ Workshop.
Whether you need a jumpstart for your singing career, expert guidance on a special project, help choosing a school or program, ongoing mentoring, or just answers to your questions about the singing business, you’ll walk away with actionable ideas and strategies to help you achieve them. Available via phone, online conferencing, and in person.
$100/hour