Author Archives: gretapope

About gretapope

Dr. Greta Pope has enjoyed a three decade career as an in-demand entertainer for corporate events, as well as public and private events of all types. She has performed throughout Europe, the Far East, South America and the Caribbean, as well as in the United States and Canada. Dr. Pope is a published author. Her book is entitled Music, Money & You; Managing the Business. It is used in the Chicago Public Schools and is available at booksellers nationwide. Dr. Pope is President/CEO of Greta Pope Entertainment, Inc. since January 1991. The company is in the business of Entertainment Production, Publishing, Recording and Educating. Greta Pope Entertainment products include the shows Duke Ellington, Cole Porter, American Songbook, American Jazz in Paris and International Intourlude. The most recent Greta Pope Entertainment, Inc. production is the very popular MOTOWN...Pride of the Motor City! show. For more info visit www.gretapope.com Dr. Greta Pope is the founder of the PrivateMusicStudio.net, where she offers Business Education products for Singers, including Business Courses, Business Consultations, Voice Lessons and Piano Lessons. She also hosts The Business Savvy Singer Podcast. For more information or to join the "tribe" of Business Savvy Singers, visit www.privatemusicstudio.net

Meet Monica Herzig

Posted on March 20, 2023 by gretapope

This week on The Business Savvy Singer Podcast, Dr. Greta Pope sits down with jazz artist, author, and Indiana University faculty member, Monika Herzig. Monika has a fascinating background as a jazz pianist. She received her Doctorate in Music Education … Continue reading →

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Meet Angela Rivas

Posted on March 8, 2023 by gretapope

This week on The Business Savvy Singer Podcast, Dr. Greta Pope sits down with Angela Rivas. Angela is a Senior at Florida International University pursing a double major in Journalism and Criminal Justice. She has a passion for telling stories … Continue reading →

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Black History Month: Female Classical Composers

Posted on February 28, 2023 by gretapope

Dr. Greta Pope sits down with scholar Rae Myra Hilliard as she talks about her research on Black Female Composers of Classical Music, entitled “Queens of Composition.” These composers all have ties to Chicago and have written vocal, symphonic, chamber … Continue reading →

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Black History Month: Meet Rory Rennick

Posted on February 21, 2023 by gretapope

This week Dr. Greta Pope sits down with magician, actor, and author, Rory Rennick. For nearly 20 years Rory has performed professionally as a magician following a 15-year career in the mental health field. For over a decade he has … Continue reading →

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Black History Month: Mixed Media Artist Everett Spruill

Posted on February 13, 2023 by gretapope

This week on The Business Savvy Singer Podcast we continue our focus on Black History Month by sitting down with Mixed Media Artist, Everett Spruill. Everett is a highly acclaimed artist focusing on painting, photography, and printmaking. Over time Spruill … Continue reading →

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Celebrating Black History Month

Posted on February 7, 2023 by gretapope

This week on The Business Savvy Singer Podcast, we kick off our series on Black History Month with a focus on Classical Composers of the African Diaspora Pre 20th Century. Yes! Pre 20th Century! Dr. Greta Pope shares valuable information … Continue reading →

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Meet Susan Dennis

Posted on January 23, 2023 by gretapope

This week Dr. Greta Pope sits down with the lovely Susan Dennis. Susan Dennis has been in the music industry from age five. She is now part of the National Association Teachers of Singing (NATS). She is a soprano soloist … Continue reading →

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Meet Jabari Clay

Posted on January 16, 2023 by gretapope

This week Dr. Greta Pope sits down with singer/musician/songwriter, Jabari Clay a native of Orlando, FL. Having mastered the craft of Jazz/Classical/Gospel and R&B, Clay is a full-time pianist, served as lead male vocalist for the international B.B. King All-Star … Continue reading →

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Meet Dr. Angela

Posted on January 9, 2023 by gretapope

Dr. Angela is a board certified psychiatrist. Join Dr. Greta Pope and Dr. Angela for an engaging conversation about maintaining good mental health. This is a not-to-be-missed episode that everyone can benefit from. The pandemic, daily stressors, our social climate … Continue reading →

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Happy Holidays from The Business Savvy Singer Podcast

Posted on December 20, 2022 by gretapope

As we conclude the 2022 year, we want to say thank you for listening to our podcast this year – your support and loyalty means so much! We also want to thank our special guests we’ve had on this year … Continue reading →

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