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…
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…
One of the things pageant contestants often do is sing. What are some tips for being a successful pageant contestant, especially if singing is your talent? Confidence For starters, confidence goes a long way in helping a contestant impress the judges. The more you know who you are and what you want to communicate, the…
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…
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…
In life, it’s always good to have goals. Perhaps you’ve heard of this: G.O.A.L.S = Getting Over Anything Limiting Success. With singing, many people have a goal, whether it’s spoken or unspoken. Usually, it’s something like, “I want to be able to sing my favorite song in public in a way where people applaud and…
Do you know what’s great about a child taking piano lessons? Years from now, when they’re old and grey, they will be entertaining fellow senior home residents, playing the piano there! Go to any old folks’ home in America and you’re bound to find a piano, and someone in that home plays it, entertaining the…
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,…
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…
A songwriter once said, “People like cheese.” He was referring to cheesy lyrics, the kind where anyone can sing-a-long and though the words don’t always make sense together, seem silly, or they’re not even words, people still love these cheesy songs like “Who Let The Dogs Out” or “MMMBop.” If you want to be a…
