Díana Thompson-Brewer is without a doubt the most talented vocalist in the American Southeast… and she climbed her way to the top while living in the city that was built for the top: North Augusta, South Carolina. Join host Joseph Stanek on a journey into the fascinating world of a local working opera singer making big waves as both a performer and an educator in our corner of the country. Main topics include: opera, professional opera singers, Lucia di Lammermoor, singing while pregnant, gig life, private voice instruction, music education, classical music, Jessye Norman, the Jessye Norman School of the Arts, Misty Copeland, Manuel's Bread Cafe, Honorary North Augustan Awards. This episode’s North Augusta Moment is provided by Maddie Jurek, a special homage to high school musical productions.

Links:

• The North Augusta On Top Shop – your one-stop-shop for North Augusta gifts, where proceeds from Episode 03's product sales benefit the Jessye Norman School of the Arts (JNSA), which provides arts education and training to all residents of the Augusta metropolitan area. Our donations will provide scholarship money to JNSA students who demonstrate the need for financial assistance so they may have access to comprehensive fine arts education, private lessons, and more.


• North Augusta On Top on Facebook Page – Like, share, comment, and leave a review! This podcast will only be successful if our community takes advantage of it!


• Díana Thompson-Brewer’s Website


• The Jessye Norman School of the Arts Website

Joseph’s Favorite Products from Episode 03:

• Jessye Norman School of the Arts Embroidered Men's Premium Polo


• Jessye Norman School of the Arts Embroidered Women's Pique Polo Shirt


• Framed Jessye Norman Oil Painting Print


• Jessye Norman School of the Arts Cotton Tote Bag


• Jessye Norman School of the Arts Slim Water Bottle

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