Harbour for the Arts

Takeaways

Transitioning into other interests is okay.

The decision between personal life and career is crucial.

Leaving performing arts doesn't mean abandoning artistry.

Your skills as a performer are t…

🎧 Bree welcomes listeners back after a summer break and encourages them to revisit the Juneteenth celebration episode

📚 Visit the website for a free Juneteenth recipe ebook

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In this powerful Juneteenth episode, Harbour for the Arts honors the legacy and brilliance of Black composers whose contributions have shaped the vocal arts across centuries. From classical pioneers …

What Listeners Will Learn**

- The vital role of women composers, librettists, and patrons from opera history

- Modern women leaders transforming opera companies today

- How female influence behind the …

From the bold reinvention of Maria Callas to the grace and resilience of Marian Anderson, this episode blends history, inspiration, and lifestyle insight for performers and everyday women alike. Bri …

I’ll be sharing practical tips on:

✨ How to develop the Diva Mindset for confidence in any setting

✨ Balancing a full-time job and an opera career without burnout

✨ Time management, vocal care, and netw…

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

🎤 Marian Anderson’s Journey – How she overcame racial barriers to become one of the most celebrated contraltos of all time.

🏛️ The 1939 Lincoln Memorial Concert – Why…

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• The significance of Deborah Rutter’s firing and its implications for the Kennedy Center and performing artists.

• Key takeaways from Rutter’s All Things Considered …

In this fun and festive Valentine’s Day episode of Harbour for the Arts, we’re diving into how performers can make the most of the holiday—whether you’re flying solo or celebrating as a couple. From …

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The holidays are filled with delicious food, but for opera singers, maintaining vocal health while enjoying festive treats can be tricky. In this episode, Bri Cooper shares opera sing…

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This episode of Harbour for the Arts explores how to create the perfect cozy night in for opera lovers. Host Bri Cooper recommends holiday movies with operatic moments, captivating bo…

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Holiday parties are a joy, but for opera singers, they can also be a challenge. From noisy rooms to spontaneous requests for a song, it’s easy to feel caught off guard. In this episo…

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

🎄 Which operas would be on Santa’s wish list if he loved opera

🎭 The magic of fairytales and fantasy operas perfect for the holiday season

🎶 Heartwarming operas that …

In this festive episode of Harbour for the Arts, host Bri Cooper reimagines The Nutcracker as an opera, diving deep into its musical influences, adaptations, and the possibilities of an operatic tran…

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

🎭 Famous holiday productions at opera houses around the world

🎄 Behind-the-scenes traditions among opera singers and staff

✨ Unique holiday concerts, galas, and spec…

Holiday magic meets mystery in this festive Podmas episode! When a mezzo-soprano-turned-café owner’s holiday opera night is threatened by missing sheet music, she must solve the case before the curta…

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Struggling to find the perfect gift for the opera lover in your life? Look no further! In this Podmas episode, Bri Cooper shares her ultimate opera gift guide featuring:

• Unique treasures f…

Episode Notes

Title: The Ultimate Festive Opera Playlist 🎶✨

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Add a touch of opera’s grandeur to your holiday celebrations with our curated playlist! In this Podmas episode, Bri Cooper shares…

Make your holidays sing with opera-themed crafts! In this Podmas episode, Bri Cooper walks you through two delightful DIY projects:

• A sheet music ornament that sparkles on your tree.
• Opera character pl…