Posts Categorized: Miscellaneous

Why Singers Live Great Lives

Singing Careers

If you think of some famous singers you’re familiar with, you probably associate them with wealth, status, travel, and, of course, their fans. If ever there was a profession that could “feed the ego,” it’s singing. If and when you ever get the chance to have 20,000 people chanting/screaming your name while you’re on stage,…

Do You Think You Can’t Sing?

Singing Voice

By now you’ve probably either: a) heard someone singing off-key at a karaoke bar b) saw a viral video online highlighting the worst singer ever or c) consider yourself “not a singer.” This begs the question: “Can anyone learn how to sing?” Well, consider genetics. Some people seem like they’re “born to sing,” while others…

The Benefits of Singing in a Group

Singing in Groups

Singing in public? It can be intimidating. Many, many people have suffered from “stage fright,” but it does help to sing in a group, because then not all the attention is solely on you! What are some of the benefits of singing in a group? First, there’s the whole team thing– a “we’re in this…

Common Issues Musical Talents Face

Musicians

What are some common issues musical talents face? Negative Comments For starters, a singer or band member wants to be loved, but not everybody will love them. Indeed, many people share their music online, at gigs, etc., only to find out some people are saying negative things about them. This happens all the time. If…

Life Lessons Learned Through Music

Life Lessons from Music

Did you ever notice how musicians get to say they “play?” While others “work,” musicians get to “play.” Isn’t that cool? When adults were kids, chances are they spent much of their days playing around the house, with various toys like dolls and diecast cars. Then, as they got older, for some odd reason, work…

Tips for Dealing With Stage Fright

Stage Fright

Have you ever felt stage fright, where you were supposed to perform and anxiety took over? You started sweating. You tensed up. You did not want to see the audience. All you wanted to do was run away! Barbra Streisand, Andrea Bocelli, Rod Stewart, Carly Simon and Donny Osmond have all famously experienced stage fright,…

How to Prepare for a Recording Session

Studio Sessions

Recording sessions require some preparation on your part if they’re to be successful. After all, you’re paying for help with your music, and the more you know exactly what you want, the better off you’ll be during your recording session. Keep in mind that the last thing you want to do is waste time in…