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VOICExperience Foundation Announces Annual OPERA IDOL Competition
Four of the following aspiring classical singers will compete in front of an online audience for one full scholarship to attend the Milnes VOICE Studio.by BWW News Desk
For the 15th consecutive year, VOICExperience Foundation (VE) founded by acclaimed operatic baritone Sherrill Milnes and soprano Maria Zouves, will offer their annual Opera Idol master class competition. Traditionally taking place in the Chicago area, this annual event will take place virtually on Tuesday, June 1 at 7 p.m. EST, due to COVID-19 restrictions.
Four of the following aspiring classical singers will compete in front of an online audience for one full scholarship to attend the Milnes VOICE Studio.
New Years and domestic violence: A dangerous mix
Jeff Landry
Celebrating the New Year is a time for laughter, celebration, and goal-setting. And after a year like 2020, you probably think everyone is excited to begin a new journey around the Sun.
But for victims of domestic violence, this can be a scary and dangerous time.
Studies show incidents of domestic violence are higher on New Year’s Day than the normal daily average.
Increased stress and alcohol consumption provide the perfect excuse for abusers to perpetrate violence against their victims.
This year, with end-of-year budget woes and relatives forced together in close quarters, could further exacerbate that combination.