Michelle DeFrancesco is not only a talented singer but also a dedicated and prolific vocal music conductor. Her extensive education in...

Michelle DeFrancesco’s performance of “Bewitched” with the Lake Effect Jazz Big Band is a celebration of jazz music’s enduring appeal....

SETTING I n a tranquil rehearsal space, Dr. Michelle DeFrancesco is diligently preparing for her upcoming performance of “Laudate...

In my recent discussions with students, we explored a fascinating concept: music as medicine. This idea intersects the disciplines of...

In my recent class discussion, we delved into Benjamin Britten’s monumental War Requiem, a piece that offers profound insights into the...

#2 Some people cannot sing. False. After teaching for 25 years, it is my belief that everyone has the ability to sing, but it is not...

#3 - Singing is easy. While singing may come naturally, singing well in any style requires exceptional training. Singing is a physical...