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I am so excited to speak with international tenor Jordan Pitts. We are discussing a somewhat taboo topic that a lot of people in this business don't discuss (in public at least), competition, and how to be a good colleague. Mr. Pitts has been recognized for his "heroic", "passionate" and "bewitching" performances both on the operatic stage, as well as in concert. He has made guest appearances on NPR, WQXR, New York 1, and ABC News as well as featured articles in The New Yorker Magazine and The London Times International. I partnered with Wow Skin Science for this episode. Shop now and receive an extra 10% off if you use code: BriCooperMezzo   Guest: Jordan Pitts, Tenor Tik Tok: Jordan Pitts Host: Bri Cooper Tik Tok: Bri Cooper  

This was a really fun episode! I invited writer, Armaan Babu to discuss the similarities and differences between the White Lotus compared to Madame Butterfly! Full transparency: I have not seen season 2 of The White Lotus, and he had not seen the opera, Madame Butterly. So I thought it would be fun to merge notes!  Armaan Babu is a freelance writer and nerdy pop culture critic, who writes about video games, comics, movies, and television shows. He also has a background in theater, having worked for nine years as a production manager for Quiver Productions. More recently, recently begun his own fledgling attempts at game design, and you can find his writing work at ko-fi.com/armaanbabu.  You can read the inspiration for today's podcast in Collider Magazine by Armaan Babu  White Lotus Season 2: Will Tanya Meet a Tragic Fate Like Madame Butterfly? (collider.com)  Thanks to our sponsor for this episode Wow Skin Science. Up to 75% OFF. Give an additional 10% Off USE CODE BriCooperMezzo   Connect with Armaan Babu  on Ko-fi Connect with Armaan Babu on Twitter   Harbour for the Arts Facebook Bri Cooper on Tik Tok Bri Cooper on Facebook NEW! 728 Media Productions  

Update about the English National Opera Black History Month: Celebrating African American Opera Singers  Tips on how to advocate for yourself! Today's podcast is brought to you by Wow Skin Science  Order today and save up top 75% OFF. Get an additional 10% 

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If you have not been keeping up with the Arts Council's latest budget slash in England, I have the details for you! This time we are talking about Glyndebourne Opera! If you don't know it, look it up you will be amazed at the work they do. I seriously hope to sing there one day. A question I always get is how I started singing opera. In this episode, I am going to share that story, as well as why I Harry and Meghan are the perfect fit for supporting the arts in the UK.     

Welcome to Harbour for the Arts! Where opera, the performing, and creative arts, meet lifestyle". When was the last time you played? I'm talking about summer camp or recess played? As a classical singer, there is so much value in being creative through your craft. Today I am talking to Bert Menninga. He is not a performer, but more a lover of the arts!  While watching his TikToks I started asking myself one question, where do opera and creativity merge?  I did some research and was intrigued by Rober Foster's research about creativity. I decided to take that a step further and asked my guest about how he took the concept of opera a step further by creating a very innovative platform designed with just paper and pen. He creates 10-second vignettes about opera, art songs, and orchestral works.  I hope you enjoy it.  Bri Cooper on TIk TOK and Instagram: Bri Cooper, Mezzo Soprano Visit me: www.bricooper.net  Harbour for the Arts Instagram GUEST: Bert Menninga THE OPERA BUFFALO on TIK TOK  

Thanks so much for joining me for today’s special episode. A holiday episode including what I’m watching on TV, special holiday traditions, and what’s going on with the English National Opera. You can follow me on Instagram at Harbour r for the Arts Tik-tok, Bri Cooper mezzo soprano

In today's episode, I am discussing some topics that are considered taboo as an opera singer. However, they are the same topics that cause a great deal of stress in the lives of opera singers everywhere. From deciding to start a family while being a performing artist to being lonely on the road while touring.   

Josefsberg’s Broadway credits include The Prom, Waitress, Act of God, Honeymoon in Vegas, Motown, The Wedding Singer, Les Miserables and Grease. He received a Drama League nomination for his performance in off-Broadway’s Altar Boyz and counts playing Arthur “The Fonz” Fonzarelli in The Mork and Mindy Story among his favorite screen roles. Guest: David Josefsberg Host: Bri Cooper 

Opera America created a virtual time capsule. Participants shared why they love opera and their experience with opera.   How do you deal with being a performing artist?

Today’s episode of Harbor for the arts we are getting the latest update regarding Anna Netrebko, The Metropolitan Opera, and  How will Smith’s antics at the Oscars really does have something to do with the mental health of every performing artist Host Bri Cooper

What the Tinder Swindler and the Performing Arts have in Common.  Host Bri Cooper  Spotify Verified Artist Bri Cooper Instagram HARBOUR FOR THE ARTS

The new opera about Emmit Till makes Black Twitter feel some sort of way what is Insanity as a performing and creative artist? TECH -Sorry I had to complete half of the show at a later time due to an interface issue. If you are wondering about the audio half way through.  Instagram and Facebook: Bri Cooper Mezzo Soprano Spotify Verified Artist: Bri Cooper website: www.bricooper.net  

The Metropolitan Opera issues a statement the value of picking a side What to do in the meantime as a performing artist.

Entertainer, Podcast Host, Author, and Entertainment Expert, Dane Reis has traveled the world and assists performing artists and  entertainers book more jobs, nailing their auditions, and getting noticed by using my specific process to create long-term, successful entertainment careers.  Dane knows It takes much more than talent to create a successful entertainment career. After 17 years working at the highest levels of the entertainment industry and interviewing more entertainment professionals than anyone else in the world on how to create successful careers...  Dane  discovered the fundamentals, processes, frameworks, and mindsets that consistently produce long-term, balanced, fulfilling, and successful entertainment careers in a world that requires us to adapt quickly to the growing competition and virtualization of our industry.   Listen to Dane's Podcast You Booked It Instagram Bri Cooper, Mezzo-Soprano  Instagram Harbour for the Arts Spotify Bri Cooper, Mezzo Soprano Clubhouse Bri Cooper, Mezzo Soprano                       

Happy belated new year I hope it is starting off to be great. Today’s episode it’s about well and you start a reset whatever you wanna call it I hope you enjoy this new format. By the way did anyone happen to see the world premiere Opera at Portland Opera? You can contact me at Harbor for the arts@gmail.com follow me on Instagram and Facebook  @BriCooperMezzo  Don’t forget to check out my website bricooper.net

There are so many artists that do not realize the amazing tax incentives available to artists and business owners, but artists do not know where to look. I am going to share that information with you. I am also going to talk about the book I am reading The Other Black Girl, and The Metropolitan Opera!

Today’s episode is brought to you by Thrive Market. Visit www.thrivemarket.com/bricooper to receive a free gift up to $25. Dramatic basso profondo, Edwin Jhamal Davis is a proud native of Utica, MS. He is an alumnus of Jackson State University where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Biology Pre/Medicine with dual minors in Chemistry and Music. While at Jackson state, he studied voice under the tutelage of soprano, Phyllis Lewis-Hale. With her patient, selflessness, and dedicated instruction, he participated in a number of vocal competitions at the state, regional, and national levels claiming the first prize at each.  In the Spring of 2014, he made his professional debut with the Mississippi Opera Company in Puccini's Gianni Schicchi. He is a Master's Degree recipient of the prestigious Manhattan School of Music where he studied with well-acclaimed baritone, Mark Oswald, and has participated in a number of professional and academic engagements in the concert and opera repertoire; He's also well-committed to his love of working in community activism and advocacy aiding in educational prevention to decrease the likelihood of HIV/AIDS infections and other health disparities in young people of color; with which he has chosen to continue his educational endeavors in biological health sciences and technology

This episode of is brought to you by Thrive Market. Thrive Market is on a mission to make healthy living accessible and affordable for everyone. Thrive is an  online marketplace that offers all the non-GMO, Organic, Gluten-Free, and Vegan foods and healthy products you love at 25-50% below retail price and all shipped right to your front door. For every paid membership Thrive  receives, they provide a free membership to a low-income family, teacher, or veteran. Visit www.thrivemarket.com/bricooper to receive Click here to claim your FREE gift worth up to $25!Shop www.thrive market.com/bri Maryland based Photographer and Videographer, Tyler Henson is an awarded Photographer and Videographer with a history of delivering superior visuals to fulfill a wide-range of styles including product photography, high-fashion, portraiture, street photography, architecture, and more. Tyler’s experimental style has been honed since 2013, often gravitating from one genre of photography to the next depending on what needs to be improved. A student of the craft, he is always looking for new ways of getting better, embrace failure and deal with perfectionism. Darien Henson is a Maryland based awarded photographer. His work has been published in both print and online publications as well as shown in various galleries in Maryland and Ocean City. Darien has been honing his skills since 2013. He enjoys experimenting with different genres of photography to help mold a more well-rounded understanding of the art form. He believes this approach allows for failure to take place which is a key component when creating. Darien continues to look for ways to improve and looks forward to the next stage of evolution.

Today's episode is brought to you by Papa John's of DC, Maryland and Virginia! Purchase a pizza  and use the code  OPERA to purchase a pizza in DC Maryland and Virginia and Papa Johns will contribute 25% of total sales to a performing artist or organization in our area now through March 31!  Once you order a pizza, log into my website using Opera2021 enjoy your pizza and watch the interview and concert!  While you are on the website remember to check out my new Color of Opera collection which celebrates diversity and equity in the arts!  Today's show is about celebrating and promoting diversity in the arts, specifically opera.