Compassionate Revolution
Compassionate Revolution is a podcast about the future of opera. Hosted by Alaina Viau, founder of Loose Tea Music Theatre, we're pulling back the curtains and sparking public discussion all in the name of making space for change. Social justice is our compass and opera is the way forward. Will you join us on our mission to create a more compassionate and inclusive world through opera?
Compassionate Revolution
07- Cutting the bullshit and focusing on bold moves with Kristine Dandavino
In this episode of the Compassionate Revolution podcast, Alaina Viau chats with Kristine Dandavino, a multi-talented musician, mezzo-soprano, pianist, vocal coach, director, conductor, mentor, teacher, and composer.
They discuss the importance of recognizing singers as musicians and the multifaceted nature of their work. Kristine emphasizes the need to break away from the pigeonholing of singers and embrace the full range of their abilities.
Timestamps:
[00:03:30] Nothing is ever permanent.
[00:04:52] Surprise show format.
[00:09:29] The community piece of opera.
[00:15:03] The cost of opera training.
[00:16:30] Training program challenges.
[00:22:52] Stop saying BS.
[00:25:05] Reaching out for feedback.
[00:28:10] Being on time
[00:31:14] It's not about you.
[00:35:43] Living with chronic pain.
[00:38:23] Singing through snot.
[00:42:33] Normalizing glasses in opera.
[00:44:46] Embracing visual impairment.
[00:49:15] Activism and political aspirations.
[00:53:53] Politics and making a change.
[00:55:19] Politics representing people.
[00:59:40] People pleasing and overthinking.
[01:03:27] Overcoming self-doubt and imposter syndrome.
[01:07:21] Overcoming challenges with dyslexia.
[01:09:25] Embrace your old age.
Links:
Connect with Kristine Dandavino
https://oshawapianovocals.com/
https://www.instagram.com/kristinedandavino/
Connect with Alaina Viau
https://www.alainaviau.com/
https://www.instagram.com/alainaviau/
Connect with Loose Tea Music Theatre
https://looseteamusictheatre.com/
https://www.instagram.com/looseteatheatre/