Renee Fleming mourns her teacher
NewsMany American singers lament the passing of the voice teacher Patricia Misslin, who taught at Manhattan School of Music, New England Conservatory and Bard College.
Renee Fleming writes:
A heavy heart today. Patricia Misslin was so important in my life as a young singer. Not only an inspiration and excellent teacher, but a phenomenal musician. She pushed me to develop my musicianship, as she built my voice on the basis of a healthy technique. Early in my freshman year, she worked with me every day, so I could prepare Bach’s B Minor Mass. Her investment in her students’ talents and lives changed us for the better. Her weekly masterclass taught us how magnificently different the human voice is for each individual and what a challenge it is to teach voice. We listened to music and to other singers, often and in great abundance. She instilled in me a sense of adventure with repertoire, assigning challenging new music and ensemble material – that was an essential part of my growth.
Thank you, Patricia. I was so fortunate to land with you at the Crane School of Music in Potsdam, NY.
Here is a picture of Gene Scheer and I with Pat.
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