Archive for Vocal Coach
How to Sing w/out Strain
How to Sing w/out Strain Usually a singer will strain for notes that they believe are too high. That is part of the problem. You think the note is high so you reach for it. Then you might even “hit” it or… you might not. And if you do “hit” the note, how attractive is [...]
Copyright Complaint
Copyright Pet Peeve Songwriters please stop talking about getting your songs copywritten. There is no such thing as getting a song COPYWRITTEN! Why? Because after you WRITE a song, you get a copyright for it. This gives you the RIGHTS to the material you WROTE. Technically, copyrighting your material or having it COPYRIGHTEd does not [...]
Music Biz Basics -2
Music Biz Basics -2 Once you have decided what you want and have gotten clear about who you are and what you are selling you need to get organized. Wrap your brain around the business of music then set up a foundation for your ongoing business. Remember, this is business, your business, and you must [...]
Music Biz Basics -1
Music Biz Basics -1 Before you do anything with your music, you may want to clarify a few things. The first is “What do you want to accomplish?” In your own head the answer is simple and obvious. You want a record deal of course. Now, do you want a record deal for yourself or [...]
Got a Sore Throat?
Should I still go to my voice lesson or my gig if my throat hurts? The Basic Rule is: Do not sing if your throat hurts. If you have a sore throat from straining, screaming, or over-singing then the basic rule applies. The only true remedy is vocal rest, so no voice lesson. However, if [...]
