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Charisma, The Sequel
If you read part one of this series, The Charisma Factor, you know that charisma involves being comfortable inside of your personality in front of an audience. Your songs, your voice, your relationship with the band and your relationship with the audience should reflect your point of view, your concept.
Backstage at The American Music Awards
Come with me backstage with Rihanna at The American Music Awards 2010.
Q&A: Collaboration
My 15 year old daughter is a talented singer/songwriter but I feel her songs need to be stronger. She’s tried writing with a kid from school but she felt he wasn’t as knowledgeable as she is and that he was stubborn about using his own ideas. How can we find someone to write with her.
Q&A: Singer’s Block
I’m stuck. I sound the same every time I sing my songs; my shows are the same. I’m losing the feeling. How do I break out of my funk?
Q&A: Married To The Band
Last night at our gig the bass player was really sloppy in his rhythm playing. I don’t think he practices enough. Is it time to look for a new one?
Q&A: Fear Of Scales
I hate doing scales. Why can’t I just sing songs?
Q&A: Building Bridges
My registers don’t connect very well. There’s a big break when I pop over from one to the other. What can I do to smooth out the connection between the two.
Q&A: Drummer Vs. Singer
My drummer plays so hard and loud that I can’t hear myself sing. I’ve asked him to tone it down but he tells me to sing harder.
Q&A: The Right Key
How do I choose the right key for my voice?
Q&A: Pitch Perfect
I want to work on my pitch but it’s hard to do by myself since I’m not sure when I’m in tune.