Reviews
MR. MORNINGSTAR’S PERFORMANCES
…Timothy Morningstar brought exceptional vocal qualities to the role
--Midland Daily News
..Timothy Patrick Morningstar displays some of the strongest acting technique on the stage…Constantly in character, strong of voice, moving well and supporting others, he is an asset to the show..
--Midland Daily News
Morningstar was always in character, intensely involved and immensely effective.
--The Ann Arbor News
Morningstar’s voice is fresh and steady and his lighter songs are sung with charm and sentiment while his dramatic songs are rendered with forceful dramatization and strong vocal tones
--Schweizer Journal
The Ives’ Songs, interpreted by Morningstar were among the finest offerings on the program. Morningstar is equipped with the right voice for these songs as well as the insight and musical understanding for their interpretation.
--Schweizer Journal
MR. MORNINGSTAR’S DIRECTING REVIEWS
At times the audience appeared to be spellbound, other times they roared with laughter.
--The Pioneer
Morningstar has given this show an attractive look.
--The Valley Times
…with bits of topical humor added by Morningstar, the translation neatly captures the tone of the libretto.
--The Times
..amusing and entertaining.
--Daily Review
STUDENT COMMENTS AND EVALUATIONS
(NOTE: These comments are from students of Mr. Morningstar’s at San Francisco State University and California State University. No names are ascribed to the comments to ensure anonymity at the time of the course evaluations.)
The instructor is an exceptional teacher and musician. Timothy Morningstar is extremely knowledgeable on the subject of vocal pedagogy and the development of healthy vocal production.
--Applied Voice Student, San Francisco State University
Timothy Morningstar is an excellent voice instructor. I have learned more and have grown more as a musician than I have at any other time in my life. I would recommend him to both beginning and highly advanced students.
--Applied Voice Student, California State University
Professor Morningstar is an excellent instructor. He provides students with a supportive and nurturing environment in which they can explore their own creativity while learning professional stage practices.
--Stage Basics Student, California State University
Timothy Morningstar’s inspirational and positive directing style has helped to prepare me for my future in performing and teaching.
--Opera Workshop Student, California State University
Professor Morningstar has a way of getting the most out of his students. The material is challenging and his presentation is both very clear, and more importantly, very motivating.
--Vocal Pedagogy Student, San Francisco State University