We've all been there. Auditions can just get the best of us sometimes. Nervous or not, there are times when all you can do is laugh.This month, we'd like to do just that. Laugh.The Challenge:Tell us an audition story! Comedy is preferred, but any genre :: continue

By Dan DunfordKate (Rooke) Whaley is a clarinetist from the Dallas-Fort Worth area. She attended MasterWorks 2005-2007, as a student in the WISP and orchestra programs. She graduated from Eastman School of Music with a Bachelor in Clarinet Performance :: continue

By Crystal HornerI've lived in America my whole life and, quite frankly, I haven't encountered very many situations in which I felt persecuted for my faith in Jesus. I wore Christian t-shirts in my public high school. I've handed out Bibles in public :: continue

By Jessica FroelichAs a Christian, I believe in the power of prayer and finding strength through faith. As an actress, I have learned the art of bringing words to life and turning eccentricity into art.I have experienced many trials in my 22 years of :: continue

In part 1, Dan shed light on the unfavorable reputation classical music sometimes has in today's American society.  Today, Dan resumes his discussion with a number of examples and prodding questions.By Dan Dunford  So, why is it that our generation has :: continue

By Dr. Patrick KavanaughAfter 15 years, 2,000 or so students, and producing MasterWorks Festivals on three different continents (North America, Europe, and Asia), this may seem like a silly question. But it's always good to stop and reflect on such thoughts, :: continue

By Jessica FroelichAs this year's writing intern at CPAF, it is my job to research facts about the composers and pieces that will comprise our performances this summer. I am now spending my days compiling them into program notes. In the meantime, I thought :: continue

Two weeks ago, I had the privilege of meeting a number of MasterWorks students, faculty, and friends at our (awesome) Winter Retreat. Between snow tubing and prayer times, I learned more about Tess Sinke's story--her college situation, hopes for the future, :: continue

Last week we heard about Elizabeth's first steps into the world of theatre and film making, as well as her recent work at Media Village.  Today, in Part 2, she shares her future plans and a few of her favorite things.Dan: How do you reconcile your faith :: continue

The Paradox of Serving Others in a Me-First WorldBy Dan DunfordIt's almost two in the afternoon on a Monday at Manhattan's Mannes College the New School for Music, and I am in my normal spot on the couch in the fifth floor lounge. Orchestra rehearsal :: continue