On this episode of crescendo, Jared and Rick talk about a common challenge for young artists: maintaining a positive self-image. They'll open up about some of their own struggles with self-esteem as young artists and give tips to building confidence and managing negative self-talk. This episode's guest, soprano and Resident Artist, Keely Futterer (she/her) will join our hosts to share about her time with Minnesota Opera, her experience as Musetta in La bohème, and give some advice to young artists who may be struggling to quiet their inner critic onstage. Jared, Rick, and Keely (with a small assist from Producer Rocky) also answer questions submitted by MNOP's Youth Opera program participants.

Hosts: Rick X. Hoops, Jared Miller

Guest: Keely Futterer

Producer: Rocky Jones

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Links

La bohème at MN Opera (Buy Tickets)

Keely Futterer (Website)

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