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Some people go through life being supremely confident; they think they are awesome singers, great performers and ready for stardom. To tell you the truth, I don’t think they’re paying enough attention.

Your Live Show

By Lis Lewis You've seen good shows and bad. What makes one work when another doesn't? Assuming that the songs and the musicianship are up to snuff, there are some other elements that can invigorate your stage show. What makes a good set? What should the order of the songs be? What is the purpose...

The Right Style

All your life you’ve listened to a variety of music. But now it’s time to choose your own style.

Practicing Creativity

By Lis Lewis A singer is an artist. Whether you sing your own material or interpret other people's, you're bringing insight about life and your worldly perspective to your songs. You probably grew up singing to records, memorizing your favorite songs and the way your favorite singers sang them. But at some point you had...

The Art Of The Singer – Ready, Set, Perform

By Lis Lewis A singer has an intense job. No matter what your mood, or how difficult your day, you need to be able to jump up in front of the audience and do a great performance. This means being able to sing the energized uptempo numbers as well as the blues ballads even if...

The Road To Artistic Greatness: Doing What You Do (And Not Competing)

by Chris Standring I watched a fabulous master class recently on PBS hosted by a vocal teacher at a music school. It put much of my thoughts into perspective on a subject I am constantly fascinated with. The host had each of her students sing a song and then commented on their performance. One particular...

Packing An Emotional Punch

by Lis Lewis I'm sitting in rehearsal watching a band. The singer is great - she plays guitar and piano (and she plays them both well!) and sings like an angel. The band is kicking butt. Great arrangements and solid playing. Why aren't I jumping up and down? Something is seriously missing. It's FEELING. There...