opera singers http://www.artwoo.com Returned search results for opera singers Copyright 2008 Mon, 01 Dec 2008 16:13:33 +0000 http://www.artwoo.com/rss/opera+singers What Is Pegasus Opera II? http://www.artwoo.com/article/what-is-pegasus-opera-ii http://www.artwoo.com/article/what-is-pegasus-opera-ii#comments Sat, 17 Nov 2007 08:15:01 +0000 pegasus operaopera iiaccounting software packagesstandard functionalitycore functionalitymicrosoft visual fox provisual fox pro http://www.artwoo.com/article/what-is-pegasus-opera-ii Pegasus Opera II is the redevelopment of Opera which was one of the UK's most successful . is a system based package for Microsoft giving business and accounting software. The software has been created to compete with technology which is always evolving in today's competitive markets. It addresses all the real issues which face a finance department in a company.

Pegasus Opera II uses which helps the processes take place; this may add the edge to your business which can help you against your competitors. It allows you to analyze quickly your business facts and see what developing trends may be appearing, with this information you can make decisions which will be a direct profit to your business. You can also create reports that are concise, detailed as much as you want them to be and also you can give a snapshot view of this.

There are different functions within Pegasus Opera II and you as a business can decide on what functionality you want and need for your individual business tailoring the software for yourself. The software is easy to use and to navigate around and also helps minimize human errors. Customers of your business can view prices, their order status and account history information through the e-commerce part of the software.

Pegasus Opera II doesn't just have one package to suit every business but different packages to suit different sizes of business which is a fabulous idea.

=95 Pegasus Opera II for Small Business =96 this package is a smaller version of the software, but has all the but scales down on the analysis and management reporting than Enterprise.

=95 Pegasus Opera II Enterprise =96 has all the of the software including analysis functions which are combined with alerting and scheduling tolls as well as flexible reporting. It also has the following functions: Powerful and Flexible Analysis, Order Fulfillment, Inventory and Manufacturing, Payroll and Human Resources, Real Time Reporting Technology and Sophisticated Financial Reporting.

=95 Pegasus Opera II Enterprise SQL =96 Opera Enterprise is made for larger businesses and Opera Enterprise works on Microsoft SQL 2000 Database.

Opera II also can offer Payroll and Human Resources, Manufacturing and eCommerce help and guidance so why buy any other software package this has it all.

If you want help with your financial and business management why not invest in Pegasus Opera II, it will help put you in control of your business also ensuring your business operated effectively and to its maximize productivity. Opera II will grow with your business so you don't have to keep buying new software every year. Companies who have already took the plunge and are now using Opera II are Brita water Filter Systems, Charles Worthington, Next Plc and Douwe Egbert UK Ltd, so why don't you give it ago today.

Some of the reviews of Opera II say it's the most versatile and user-friendly Accounting, Payroll and Human Resources, Manufacturing and eCommerce solution from Pegasus. Jene is the webmaster of Synergy Technology who specialize in http://www.synergytechnology.co.uk/products/pegasus_opera_ii.asp Pegasus Opera II. ]]> First Steps In Training Your Voice http://www.artwoo.com/article/first-steps-in-training-your-voice http://www.artwoo.com/article/first-steps-in-training-your-voice#comments Sat, 11 Nov 2006 08:27:02 +0000 ultimate voice trainingexpanding vocal rangetediousmost importantlyspeech trainingspeech problembreath control http://www.artwoo.com/article/first-steps-in-training-your-voice speech problem, voice training is something solely for singers and perhaps actors. In summary, voice training is, , getting the performer to think outside the box. I learned how important acquired through voice training is in music. So, how do you know if one on one voice training is for you, and how do you find a coach suited for your voice. In some cases formal voice training is valuable. Voice training is . Proper voice training is essential so that you can learn to utilize this natural instrument without damaging it. Classical voice training is a plus factor.

The goal of this study is to define the long-term influence of vocal hygiene education and the effectiveness of voice training. This network provides a variety of high-quality vocal coaching and voice training tools. Vocal coaching for all levels and styles - pop, rock, urban, dance, music theatre and opera. Focus on breath control and . Look for "vocal stress-busters" sprinkled throughout the internet. These are short songs to sing. Respect your vocal limits. So what makes you think that you do not need vocal lessons? Everyone can sing, but it is difficult to sing well without vocal training. Voice care is important for vocal health. Even a slight change in your vocal cords can render your voice unrecognizable.

With a music tutor, the performer may see whether he/she is singing at the correct pitch and how high the musical quality of his/her voice is. You will need to train to release the full potential of your voice. You can try books on singing, and voice training. If you want to try it alone then I recommend the singing programs: 'Singing Success' or 'The for Singers'. If you are already singing professionally, then it is vital that you take up voice training to separate you from the crowd. You will need excellent, safe techniques for singing, speaking, and acting. The skill of directing the sound and holding it there during singing creates the artistry of proper voice training. Learn the same technique used by popular singing stars. A song based method for developing the singing voice. Performance training, group singing can help you project your singing voice. Start training and singing today.

Voice training is complex. To reach your full potential it takes a lot of practice. You will need to be dedicated to the art of singing. Make sure you take care of your voice and don't over do it. David Marc Fishman is the owner of http://www.bornasuperstar.com . http://www.bornasuperstar.com in the following categories, dancers, singers,magicians and comedians. ]]> The Paris Opera House http://www.artwoo.com/article/the-paris-opera-house http://www.artwoo.com/article/the-paris-opera-house#comments Sat, 21 Oct 2006 02:27:05 +0000 opera houseparis operaphantom of the operaking louis xivfranco prussian warparis communemarc chagall http://www.artwoo.com/article/the-paris-opera-house Opera House is thought to be one of the greatest pieces of architecture of its period. Located on the northern part of Avenue De L'Opera in the 9e arrondisement , it was founded in 1669 by .

The idea of the Opera house was first proposed in the 1858 during the Second Empire by Baron Haussmann who was granted authorization for the project by Napoleon III. About 12000 square meters of land was cleared and a thirty five year old architect by the name of Charles Garnier was chosen to design the Opera House.

In 1861, construction began and 14 years later the building was complete. There were a number of significant delays however, first there were issues such as the , and the and then, there was a problem with the location. The ground was marshy and full of underground water.

For eight months, the site had to undergo constant pumping before the base could be put down and it was said to have formed an underground reservoir. This reservoir became the idea behind the setting of "The "

On January 15, 1875 marked the opening of the Palais Granier ( House). There was a performance of La Juive with Fromental Halevy and excerpts of Les Hugentos with Gaicomo Meyrebeer.

The editor John Norwich of Great Architecture of the World reports that a contemporary critic thought the Opera House looked like "an overloaded sideboard" The place is ornate and decorated with marble friezes of various colors.

The interior is filled with gold leaf and velvet. There are cherubs and nymphs everywhere. The chandelier is over six tons in weight. The ceiling itself was painted by in 1964. The Opera House is 11000 square meters (11844 square feet) with a platform that can fit more than 400 artists and there are over 2000 seats for the audience.

The Opera House is now thought to be a masterpiece because Garnier had made wonderful use of the difficult and cramp site. The carriage ramps, the steps, the foyers and staircases were both planned and sectioned with skill and confidence.

Garnier was accused of being overly ornate, just like Napoleon and Haussman were criticized of having old and imperialist ideas but the critics forget to keep in mind that cities need their grand monuments and without Napoleon, Garnier, and Haussman, Paris could not have been thought of as one of the most beautiful cities in the world. Anne Morris writes articles about travel. Discover more information about travel at http://www.more-paris.com and http://www.sanibeltoday.com. ]]> How To Get Noticed As A Singer http://www.artwoo.com/article/how-to-get-noticed-as-a-singer http://www.artwoo.com/article/how-to-get-noticed-as-a-singer#comments Fri, 03 Nov 2006 00:27:08 +0000 celine dionesingersceline dionmichael bublechaka khanbarbara streisandgenre http://www.artwoo.com/article/how-to-get-noticed-as-a-singer singers catapulted to stardom rather quickly, some sparkled, flickered a little and then faded into obscurity while most singers stayed the same for years if not forever at mediocrity level?

Why is it that most singers never make it big in their singing career, not to say becoming superstars? Well, for starters, most singers begin their career as a lounge singer, singing in small clubs and belting out cover versions of established and popular singers. They selection of songs will be dictated by their audiences and so they must cover a wide of songs.

At one moment, you can enjoy a ballad and then the next song will be a fast number followed by latin inspired 's 'Sway'. Yes, it is good to be versatile and able to sing songs of various styles and genre. In fact it is even admirable if you can sing a e number and sounded like Celine and then a Frank Sinatra swing sounding like ol' blue eyes himself.

However, as a famous vocal coach, Brett Manning once said, 'I have coached dozens of young women who can now sing almost exactly like Celine Dion. But then again, who wants a counterfeit when the real Celine Dione is already available?' This quote is taken from Brett's article 'How to build a successful singing voice'.

In other words, most singers just take it as part of their job to sound like the original cover versions of songs and never try to create a distinctive sound and style of their own. Now, if all singers sounded alike, how would you get noticed and recognized for who you are? How to make it big as a singer when you can only sing other people's song and imitate other singer's style of singing?

Let me ask you a question, how many times have you heard a song being sung and immediately able to identify the singer although you have never heard that particular song performed by the singer? Many times isn't it? Why? Because every prolific singer's voice and style are like their thumbprint. It is distinguishable from the rest of the pack. That is why they stand out and get noticed.

If you want your singing voice to get noticed and make it big as a singer, develop a distinctive style and voice of your own. After all, you have sung so many singer's style that you can use these influences to develop your own and stand out from the crowd.

Till next time, happy singing. Chris Chew is a personal development trainer and is still jamming and singing with bands at his leisure. See more articles at his websites http://www.playmusicsing.com and http://learnsingplaymusic.blogspot.com ]]> Shopping For A Music Stand? http://www.artwoo.com/article/shopping-for-a-music-stand http://www.artwoo.com/article/shopping-for-a-music-stand#comments Thu, 23 Nov 2006 12:27:04 +0000 music standmusic standsopera singersopera singermusic storecompact storagesee the music http://www.artwoo.com/article/shopping-for-a-music-stand
Shopping for a is easy. Deciding which music stand will fit your needs might not be as easy.

To shop for a music stand all you have to do is go to a or do an online search. If you walk into a music store you'll see the the prices for each. If you do an online search, you can see pictures of the music stands that are out there and again find out how much each one is. That is the easy part.

The hard part is figuring out which music stand you need. There are several different music stands that are designed very differently.

The opera stand is an illuminated music stand for the . The stem on it is designed so that it does not interfere with the opera singer's feet if they sit down. The opera stands can be nested together for easy storage.

The wooden stand is made to match a modern or historic concert hall. These stands are made of polished metal stems and natural wood trays. These stands nest together for also. The jazz stand is a music stand that folds. It will fold down to the size of the tray. It is an adjustable stand for sitting or standing to play or sing. To store them, they will stand right next to each other or you can store them folded. If they are folded, they store one right on top of another.

The school music stand is designed for students. It is unbreakable. It does not have knobs, but rather raises and lowers easily. It has an extra lip on the tray for pencils and erasers. These also nest together for easy storage.

The studio stand is a modern looking stand for all types of musicians. It is like the opera stand, except it does not have the light attached to it. It is designed so that if the musician swings their legs, they will not knock the stand over. Like many of the other music stands, they are designed to be nested together for storage.

The scherzo stand is a foldable stand. It is made of aluminum. The aluminum makes it very lightweight for easy transportation. Now that you know how each music stand is designed, you can decide which music stand will work best for your music needs. http://www.musicstandworld.com is filled with music stand articles and wooden music stand resources ]]> How Lead Singers Get Noticed http://www.artwoo.com/article/how-lead-singers-get-noticed http://www.artwoo.com/article/how-lead-singers-get-noticed#comments Thu, 11 Oct 2007 17:20:02 +0000 mick jaggerfamous singerscindy lauperearth wind and firepoutsimitatorselvis presley http://www.artwoo.com/article/how-lead-singers-get-noticed
What I mean is that how are you going to be different and stand out from thousands of other bands and singers doing just cover versions and imitating the singing styles of their favorite bands and lead singers?

Here are some tips on how to develop your own distinctive singing style. Firstly, go view the performances of fronting their bands from various musical genres. Notice how distinctive they are as each singer deliver the songs with their own natural distinctive style.

Let us take a look at some of the more distinctive singers starting off with of The Rolling Stones. Take note of how he his lips and strut cockily on stage exuding sex appeal and confidence at the same time. The style has become his distinctive trademark. It is Mick Jagger's personal branding and only of Mick Jagger do what he does and imitators will remain just that, imitators.

Fronting your band and get noticed allboils down to personal branding so that you are perceived to be different from others and thus attract attention and notice.

I am sure that if I name you some more popular lead singers, you will immediately associate with that singer mentally having a clear mental picture of that singer during a performance.

Take , , Bono of U2, Madonna, Kate Bush, , Michael Jackson and even The Village People for example. I believe that with each of these names, you will conjure up a mental images of the singers and how they perform. Why is that so? It is because of their distinctive singing style ie personal branding.

Next, take notice of how these singers keep time and rhythm when they move on stage? Watch which action, vocal range and style during the delivery of their songs appeal to the crowd and how they whip their audience into frenzy. Take note of their facial expressions and body language at each stage of the song and how they tell an emotional story with the lyrics of the songs that can get people teary eyed.

Then learn and borrow some of these traits from them, and develop them with your own unique style blended in.

Once you have developed your personal singing style, the next step is to rehearse with your band thoroughly. Your band must know what you want such as when do you want to bring the song to a climax or when to bring it down to tug at heartstrings, when to pause in order to create an impact and other technicalities of the songs you will be performing.

Go buy some good music sheets so that the band can play together with the same music sheets and scores. If you leave them to play by ear, the band members will interpret the songs in their own way and you will also waste time and energy to get the band to play tightly together. You don't want your band to listen too often to the original version either because by doing that, they will also be playing in the style of the original song and again, will not be distinctive. Do the musical arrangements yourself!

Once this is done, rehearse until the band and you are inseparable components of the song and when that is done, you are now ready to front a good band as its lead singer and get noticed as a singer in your own right! Chris Chew owns a learn music website at http://www.playmusicsing.com ]]> What Is Opera II XRL? http://www.artwoo.com/article/what-is-opera-ii-xrl http://www.artwoo.com/article/what-is-opera-ii-xrl#comments Sat, 29 Dec 2007 14:30:01 +0000 microsoft excel spreadsheetopera iixrltechnical jargondrop down menusaccounts systemstock sales http://www.artwoo.com/article/what-is-opera-ii-xrl Opera II is a software package that gives you the user fast, accurate and secure reporting and analysis of your account details. Opera II XRL is an addition to Microsoft Excel, which integrates and connects with Opera II where the businesses financial information is held. For many years users struggled to get the financial information from Opera II into Microsoft Excel but with Opera II XRL it's no problem.

Your question is how does it do this?

The answer is that Opera II XRL stops you from having to copy and paste and re-type the information from Opera II into Microsoft Excel. Instead Opera II XRL is seamlessly integrated with Microsoft Excel which saves not only time but also security and the accuracy of the information. Opera II XRL also allows you to view individual transactions.

Ease of Use

Opera II XRL is easy to use and if you do get stuck why not check out the XRL Wizard who can guide you through on how to import your data from Opera II into a . A break down of this is as follows: -

=95 Select the Company who's data you want to get

=95 Identify the area of the system you want to access i.e. Stock, Sales, Payroll, Costing, Production

=95 Choose the fields you want to import

=95 Your now done and this will only take a few seconds

Another way is to use the and click on the data you want to be extracted from your ; this is then imported into your Microsoft Excel spreadsheet.

An added bonus of Opera II XRL is that the language is English so you won't have any problems with grammar and .

Accuracy and Security

Accuracy and Security are important points in any business software. Opera II XRL has security measures in place these are as follows:

=95 You need to log onto the software =96 the system will check your user rights this ensures only the relevant users can access personnel data.

=95 Once logged in you can use XRL to display the financial data you require

=95 This is done is seconds no need to wait for a few minutes and guess what the data is accurate too due to the data being extracted straight from the financial system, which eliminates input errors from manual spreadsheet input.

Reporting Power

You now have more time to produce valuable and detailed analysis financial spreadsheets using XRL's powerful reporting tools. If you want to create Management Reports in a Microsoft Excel spreadsheet you can create links which link any data to a specific field in the spreadsheet, this used to take a few days to create, but now with Opera II XRL it only takes a matter of hours.

Drilldown

Drilldown allows you interrogate the data you've exported from Opera II to Microsoft Excel by not only looking at the fields but the transactions which are behind them.

An example of this is:

=95 Turnover Value for a customer can be expanded by an invoice number

=95 This can then be expanded again, to see the stock items which make up that invoice

A drilldown helps you to investigate any transaction behind a field of your choice quickly and efficiently and also meaning you wouldn't have to go back and look in the accounts system.

Writeback

If you've prepared information in your Microsoft Excel spreadsheet and you want to load it in the account system then the facility in XRL `Data Send' allows you to do this. If you have any information including the following these can be entered into your accounts system with little effort and time.

=95 Price Lists =95 Nominal Budgets =95 Stock Adjustments

The Benefits of XRL

The main business benefits of XRL are as follows:

=95 Accuracy of data transfer which ensures accurate results

=95 Significant time savings over manual entry of data

=95 Powerful reporting tools which can present data in graphical form which makes it easier to understand

=95 Powerful analytical tools which provide better and quicker results which then can be acted upon

=95 Reports can be published from Opera II XRL using the Executive Modules, which means the information can be accessed anywhere at any time

=95 The dynamic link between the accounts system and Microsoft Excel provides instant management information when required, enabling decisions to be made when they need to be

=95 Finally Opera II XRL works and it must work as over 17,000 companies worldwide use it

Opera II XRL is a smart accounting package that puts you in control of your business. The features within this package are designed to take the strain out of running your business and it enables you to fully tailor the software to your business needs.

Opera II XRL is the smart choice for businesses who want more time spent making money and less time spent producing spreadsheets. Get your business growing faster with Opera II XRL. Jene Pedder is the Webmaster of Synergy Technology who specialise in http://www.synergytechnology.co.uk/articles/showarticle.asp?cat=2 Opera II XRL Business Software. ]]> Pegasus Opera II Business Accounting Software http://www.artwoo.com/article/pegasus-opera-ii-business-accounting-software http://www.artwoo.com/article/pegasus-opera-ii-business-accounting-software#comments Thu, 18 Oct 2007 11:15:01 +0000 pegasus operaopera iibusiness accounting softwareemailmicrosoft office productsmanagement informationpurchase documents http://www.artwoo.com/article/pegasus-opera-ii-business-accounting-software Pegasus Opera II has gained a massive 20,000 users in the last two years.

Pegasus is committed to excellence and has risen to become an industry expert with well over 20 years of experience. Pegasus is award wining in customer service and accredited by the Inland Revenue.

So what can Pegasus do for you? It has been redeveloped as a 32-bit product, making it a powerful Microsoft Windows compatible product, delivering a 32-bit solution. It integrates fully with your other and provides clear data that is up-to-date, meaning tracking stock, searching for BACS payments and browsing purchase history is just a click away.

The alerting and scheduling tools that you get with Pegasus Business Accounting Software allow you to improve the productivity of your business through tact and strategy when it comes to planning.

Pegasus Opera II keeps you on pace with your competition and the market, allowing you to take advantage of the opportunities as they arise.

Its advanced modular design means that you can add modules and expand functionality as your business needs grow. Pegasus Opera II offers your business more than just Accounting, it gives you; Financial and business management, eCommerce, Payroll and HR as well as Manufacturing.

Pegasus helps you to run your business more effectively and also more profitably. While you are busy being productive, Pegasus will be keeping an eye on the everyday running of your business, with at your fingertips.

Despite of the size of your company, it is possible to adapt Pegasus Opera II to fit the precise needs of your business. It gives you increased flexibility and wider access to management information as well as saving you time.

Since Pegasus Opera II is internet and enabled it means that reports, sales and , etc can be emailed to customers and suppliers. Other features of Pegasus Opera II are; cash management facilities, sales history, VAT 100 reporting, price lists, discount matrix, stock traceability, purchase invoice register, budgeting, real time updates, Electronic Payments/BACS, advanced POP, management reports and nominal consolidation.

Since 1982, Pegasus Software has been developing market leading financial management software, with Opera II being the focus of a significant amount of development. Building on its already strong foundations, it is clearly focused on the needs of businesses and delivers the market leading SME product.

By adding Pegasus Opera II to your organisation it will give you the ability you need and match the requirements you have. It is the most flexible and adaptable accounting and business solutions you can buy.

Pegasus Opera II is designed to grow with your business. It has an open architecture, allowing more information to be processed concurrently, creating a greater utilisation of hardware and operating systems.

Its flexible reporting and analysis functions put you in control of your business. It ensures your organisation operates as efficiently as possible through being a financial and business management solution.

Pegasus Opera II demonstrates a real competitive edge. It meets more business requirements than any other accounting system, helping customers manage their business to their full potential. For all your accountancy needs visit Synergy Technology best for http://www.synergytechnology.co.uk/ Opera II acounting software. This article is free to republish provided this resource box remains intact ]]> Buying Wholesale Opera Gloves http://www.artwoo.com/article/buying-wholesale-opera-gloves http://www.artwoo.com/article/buying-wholesale-opera-gloves#comments Tue, 02 Jan 2007 20:27:11 +0000 opera glovesfrench musketeersformal glovesbalcony seatspurchase wholesaleregency perioddesigner dress http://www.artwoo.com/article/buying-wholesale-opera-gloves purchase wholesale in bulk, at the cheapest prices, there is no better place to look than the Internet. As most people are aware, the retail business depends on having the best prices, the very best products, and supplying the right market at just the right time. Obviously, the world of opera is not just for the well to do or people with money, but something that all levels of society can enjoy. Not everyone can afford the cost of a and matching gloves, or the cost of . However, it is now possible for those of us who want to enjoy the pleasure of operas to arrive looking equally as elegant as everyone else at a much more reasonable price.

Having the perfect opera gloves is essential, but finding them through a retailer who can offer them at a good price is hard at best. Being that there is a huge market for this, you may be considering retailing these yourself, but there are some things that you absolutely need to know before investing in opera gloves from a wholesaler, like the history of the gloves, sizes, measurements, and who the other people are that want to buy them.

According to historians, it is believed that ladies' opera gloves began their life around the 1800's, at the time of Napoleonic/, but did not become truly fashionable until the last part of the 1800's, carrying on with its increased popularity well into the 1960's. However, the mousqetaire opera gloves, the most famous ones of all, are believed to have originated from the gauntlets worn by in the early 16th century. Commonly, these elegant are worn either up to the mid-bicep or shoulder, and have three buttons at the wrist so that the hands can be removed, the hand section tucked inside neatly, without having to remove the glove. Though not all gloves have buttons, and these lengths are also traditional for opera gloves (measured in buttons), which are generally worn for semi or formal occasions, and made of stretchy satin. The most expensive ones are made from kid leather.



Opera gloves' popularity nowadays is as accessories for debutante and bridal dresses, but entertainers, like can-can and burlesque girls, have also adopted them. However, no matter who wishes to buy them, or whatever purpose they will be used for, in order to sell them as a retail item, understanding how to measure them is important. Very simply, you measure around the widest part of the hand, by the knuckle area, but ignoring the thumb. People with larger arms may need the next size up.

To buy wholesale opera gloves in bulk at cheaper prices can be done from the many online distributors. It is of course very important to note all the brands available, which products are best sellers, and to negotiate deals with distributors for the lowest prices possible. Another good way of surveying what is on the market is to attend buying groups, research at libraries, go to buyer's markets, and have a look at trade shows.

The other option for information about opera gloves or any type of retail industry is to have a source of good information that can easily guide you through the maze associated with how to buy wholesale products at cheap prices, who the main wholesale distributors are for each type of product, how to approach them and other vital details.

Just know the fact that if it is sold in stores offline, then someone can sell it to you at a "Below Wholesale" price somewhere on the net, you just have to know a few basics and exercise a bit of common sense. If You Want To Know Where You Can Buy "High-Quality" Opera Gloves and Designer Clothing At Prices Not Found Anywhere Else On The Planet and Secret Sources Revealed Where Liquidators Supply Dirt Cheap Prices On Tons Of Products then goto the http://www.wholesalesecretsource.com ]]> How To Preserve Good Singing Voice http://www.artwoo.com/article/how-to-preserve-good-singing-voice http://www.artwoo.com/article/how-to-preserve-good-singing-voice#comments Thu, 05 Jul 2007 17:25:00 +0000 professional singerscaffeine consumptionalcohol consumptionwater consumptionsinging voicesore throatlaryngitis http://www.artwoo.com/article/how-to-preserve-good-singing-voice professional singers not only have to be fit and healthy to look good for stage performances, they must also know how to maintain and preserve a good .

You have only one voice and when your voice is damaged permanently, it will probably spell the end of a singer's. Many singers who have not been through professional singing coaching by good singing coaches or attend any singing schools may not even know that they may be damaging their voice.

Many singers also forget that when their singing voice does not feel right and they are not singing effortlessly as they should be, they will have a tendency to compensate with bad and un-healthy singing habits. These newly created or old bad habits may become stuck unconsciously and will have to be unlearned with the right vocal exercises. That is if the singer is aware that such habits are already in existence in the first place.

There are many things you can do to damage your singing voice and sometimes the damage will lead to permanent damage to your vocal chords. Here are some examples of what can harm your voice and there are many more.

a) Constant screaming or talking forcefully all the time. This happens very often if you are singing in a night club environment where you have to speak above the din to be heard.

Making funny voices maybe cute, but you may be doing terrible damages to your vocal folds.

b) Dry air and/or not enough will dry up your larynx and thus placing too much friction on them.

c) Poor diet, lack of sleep, stress will place more toll on your body and your singing mechanism.

d) , , smoking will also damage your voice.

e) Talking, singing or whispering when you have or . You need to rest your voice when you have a sore throat.

True professional singers must spend a lifetime working to minimize the stresses on their voices. Why should they want to destroy their singing career by being ignorant about what these bad habits can do to their singing?

What is more, if the voice is damaged because of frequent abuse and polyps grow on the larynx, they may even need to go for a surgery to remove the polyps. That will mean a of income and avoidable medical expenses. So you must preserve and maintain a healthy singing voice if you want to have a successful singing career. Chris Chew jam with musicians regularly.More articles at http://www.playmusicsing.com and http://www.learnsingplaymusic.blogspot.com ]]> How To Get Virbrato When Singing http://www.artwoo.com/article/how-to-get-virbrato-when-singing http://www.artwoo.com/article/how-to-get-virbrato-when-singing#comments Tue, 25 Dec 2007 13:30:00 +0000 good vibratoaspiring singerspitch tonefast vibratobody resistancevocal foldsopen throat http://www.artwoo.com/article/how-to-get-virbrato-when-singing aspiring singers. But firstly, what is actually singing in vibrato?

A vibrato is a slight variation of caused by the free oscillation of the s from an open pharynx () along with the healthy closure of the vocal cords with the use of good singing muscle support system.

However, there are many singers singing with wrong vibratos resulting in awful pitching and tones. This are usually the results of the oscillations being too slow, which is called a wobble and when it is too fast, called a tremolo.

We often hear singers who have a wide and slow vibrato which is actually a wobble. This phenomenon is usually caused by a lack of correct resistance of the breath pressure or a lack of focus in the singing tone. A wobble can also be caused by a lack of proper adduction of the vocal folds.

On the other hand, some singers developed an overly that sound just as awful as the wobble. This overly fast vibrato is called a tremolo and neither the wobble nor the tremolo is the desired vocal tone for good singing.

A tremolo can be caused by a pressure built up at the root of the tongue. This pressure can have its origin at inhalation or onset of sound production. It can also be the result of a lack of vocal cord approximation.

Many singers do not know that the vocal folds must close after inhalation. This lack of proper adduction of the cords can result in a faster vibrato speed and therefore, the creation of a tremolo. The improper use of the singing muscle support system is another cause for producing a tremolo voice.

A is when the singing voice is vibrating at an even rate. An uneven vibrato may be the result of sudden changes in the sub-glottis breath pressure. These sudden changes in the air pressure is result of even "" from the singing support system. The vocal cords then begin to separate and vibrate unhealthily.

Most singers started off having a straight singing tone (no vibrato) before developing the vibrato through good vocal exercises. Some straight tone singers have even sung in choirs where their choir masters insisted that they sing in a straight tone.

Singing this way can be damaging to the singing voice as it put too much stress on the vocal cords and nodules can develop from singing in a straight tone over a period of time.

Good choral vocal blend can be developed through vowel and acoustical alignment but not squeezing the singing voice into straight tone. Most straight tone singers have problems with vocal cord closure because too much pressure has been held at the vocal folds over a period of time.

A good vibrato gets woven into the voice when the singer achieves proper balance in the support muscles and when the feeling of the "oo" vowel is sustained in the pharynx. The feeling of the "oo" vowel allows a healthy adduction of the vocal cords without too much pressure at the glottis.

A diaphragmatic vibrato is the when the diaphragm pulsates during a sustained tone to create a false vibrato. Many theatre singers develop this bad vocal habit so as to have some sort of vibrato when no vibrato is actually present. A diaphragmatic vibrato is difficult to reverse because the abdominal muscles memorize the pulsating sensation and develop a muscle memory. However, it can be corrected through time with proper vocal exercises.

A healthy vibrato can be developed in a rather short period of time with the right vocal exercises. How long does it take for a singer to develop a good and healthy vibrato voice is usually dependent on the singer's mind/body coordination.

So if you want to develop a good vibrato singing voice, then go look for a good singing teacher or get the right vocal exercises and start practicing. Chris Chew runs a music website at http://www.playmusicsing.com ]]> What it is Like For Women in Music http://www.artwoo.com/article/what-it-is-like-for-women-in-music http://www.artwoo.com/article/what-it-is-like-for-women-in-music#comments Sat, 20 Sep 2008 21:08:26 +0000 female rockerswomen singersmale counterpartswomen musiciansnat king colemainstream musicgain popularity http://www.artwoo.com/article/what-it-is-like-for-women-in-music male counterparts than in other professions.

Frank Sinatra, and many other singers of the 50's and 40's are well remembered although the same cannot be said for during this period. In fact inclusion of women in came about only in the 70's. This period also saw the Women's Music movement . This movement was to promote music made by women, for women and about women. It helped create a positive image about as well as create opportunities for them in a male-dominated stream. Of course then on we have seen amazing women in music. From Dolly Parton to Jessica Simpson, Whitney Houston to Rihanna, Celine Dion to Christina Aguilera - they have captured people's hearts and fuelled their imagination with their voices and their looks.

Many listeners are of the opinion that women singers are more versatile and their voices are much richer than those of their male counterparts. Singers like Beyonce, Christina or Alicia Keys, Shakira are known for their strong vocals. Countering this, many others are of the opinion that women in music tend to become popular more because of their looks than talent. But popularity based on looks cannot last long, so there has to be something more about singers like Whitney Houston or Celine Dion who remain popular even after spending years in this profession.

Women singers come from every genre - Classical, Pop, Country even Rock. Although there are very few women rockers, they have still made their presence felt. like Amy Lee and Gwen Stefani have a huge fan following today. The same, however, cannot be said of girl bands. When it comes to bands, there seem to be very few. The most popular girl band would have to be the spice girls. After them, it is hands down Destiny's Child. Bands like Pussycat Dolls or Sugababes are also quite popular but listeners are always very skeptical about how long girl bands last. Many are of the opinion that girl bands tend to have a shorter life span than boy bands due to the intensely competitive nature of women in music. This often comes in the way of a girl bands success.

It remains debatable however, whether women have it easier than men in this industry. Feminists are bound to scream 'yes', but the general populace is of the opinion that women are prone to harassment in almost all fields not just music. What might make them more vulnerable in the music industry is that its behavior is largely not accounted for or governed by anybody. However, existence of quite a few organizations in this field has helped women a great deal. In fact 'Women in Music' is a UK based membership organization that promotes women musicians and provides them with guidance, resources and opportunities to further their talent. A similar organization exists in the USA called International Alliance for Women in Music (IAWM) that spread awareness about women's contribution to music and promotes new talent among women musicians. More Ringtone Download Please visit http://www.musicsmania.com/More Ringtones Download Please visit http://www.musicsmania.com/]]> Why You Need A Singing Teacher Or Vocal Coach http://www.artwoo.com/article/why-you-need-a-singing-teacher-or-vocal-coach http://www.artwoo.com/article/why-you-need-a-singing-teacher-or-vocal-coach#comments Fri, 10 Nov 2006 18:27:12 +0000 vocal coachsingerssinging teacherteacher student relationshipsinging teachersmediocreprocrastination http://www.artwoo.com/article/why-you-need-a-singing-teacher-or-vocal-coach vocal coach to train your singing voice. Well, your is hurting your singing career.

Just name me any famous singer who never had any vocal training? Yes, some of them may have gotten popular without any formal singing lessons but all these popular , without exception realized that they have to engage a vocal coach at one time or another take their spectacular singing career to superstardom and to stay up there.

So what makes you think that you do not need vocal lessons? If you are already singing professionally, then it is vital that you take up voice training to separate you from the singers. This is how you can get noticed when you are above the pack and above your singing competitors.

If others do not believe in vocal training and you do, then you would already have won because you will be singing much better and control higher fees for your performances.

You need to take care and respect for your voice. That is your musical instrument and your voice determines whether you succeed or fail in your singing career.

Finding a good can be a little tricky. There are many so called vocal coaches out there proclaiming themselves to be after merely reading up a few books. As this industry is not regulated, there are many charlatans out there.

The best way to determine a good singing teacher is to ask good singers. After all, they are already good singers themselves and their recommendation won't be all that bad isn't it?

However, since singing teachers are human beings, it is thus important that the is good and you can get along your vocal coach. The chemistry between you and your coach must be good, otherwise when you are singing under stress, your voice will come out as very strained and that voice is awful to the ears. If you can't along with your singing teacher, then you may need to change your vocal coach.

One way of eliminating this human problem in learning how to sing is to get VCDs, DVD and video singing lessons of famous and proven vocal coaches. Not only is it much less expensive than hiring a vocal teacher, you can work at your own time and own pace. Since the teaching tools are yours, you can practice your vocal training anytime and anywhere. Better yet, you are learning from the best!

Most good singing coaches will have a vocal workout lessons plan for you. Learning how to breathe and use your diaphragm properly are the basics of a singer's inventory. You will find out how remarkable your voice can get when you mastered only these two singing exercises. Once you are using correct breathing and diaphragm control techniques, your singing voice and confidence will soar.

So, if want to bring your singing career to greater heights then go and get a vocal coach now and start practicing singing skills now. Visit Chris Chew's websites for more articles on singing and music. http://www.playmusicsing.com and http://learnsingplaymusic.blogspot.com ]]> How To Front Your Own Band As A Lead Singer http://www.artwoo.com/article/how-to-front-your-own-band-as-a-lead-singer http://www.artwoo.com/article/how-to-front-your-own-band-as-a-lead-singer#comments Fri, 01 Dec 2006 10:27:21 +0000 famous singerscindy laupermick jaggerbody languagekate bushmental picturedistinctive style http://www.artwoo.com/article/how-to-front-your-own-band-as-a-lead-singer distinctive style of music and performance? How to at the same time developing your own individually unique singing style? How are you going to be distinguished and get noticed from those thousands of bands playing only cover versions of popular music and imitating their favourite bands and lead singers?

First thing to do is to view as many DVD performances of fronting their bands from the musical genre you have chosen as the forte of your band's music. Examine how distinctive and different they are from each other. Notice each band playing with their own style and song delivery. Take note of everyone's and what signals and vibes the famous bands and singers are sending out.

Let us take a look at some of these singers and bands. Take of The Rolling Stones for example. See how he pouts his lips and struts on stage cockily exuding sensual visuals and confident charisma at the same time. Those body language became his characteristics and singing charisma. In the advertisement world,it is called image branding.

If someone were to name you some popular singers, you will immediately associate a clear of that singer during a performance. That is how powerful your body language and distinctive branding can be. In otherwords, be different from the crowd by developing your own style of singing and performance.

Just try it. Close your eyes and when someone mentions to you these names, what do you see in your mental picture? Elvis Presley, Boy George, Bono of U2, , , Michael Jackson and even The Village People. Get the picture? (pun not intended, grin)

So, you must develop your own distinctive style of singing and stage performance to get noticed and create a brand for your band.

Learn from those excellent singers fronting their own bands. Learn from them how they keep time and rythym when they move on stage? Which action and movement during their performances that drew audience reactions? How do these singers whip their fans into a frenzy? What are the facial expressions at every stage of a song? How do they tell an emotional story from the lyrics of the songs that get people moved?

Learn and borrow some traits from these singers, and then develop them further with your own unique singing style blended in.

Once you have developed your personal distinctive singing style, the next step is to rehearse with your band. Your band must know what you want and this must be communicated before every rehearsal and reinforced. Things like when you want to bring the song into a climax, when to bring it down to tug at audience heartstrings, when to pause to create a dramatic impact...etc

Invest a little moeny in your band by buying some good music sheets so that the band can play together as a team with the same music sheets and scores.If you leave your band members to play by ear, all the band members will interpret the songs in their own way and you would have lost alot of time and energy to get the band to play tightly together.

Therefore you need to work closely with your band members since as a lead singer, you are probably the band leader as well. You then must insist that the band play the keys that you are comfortable to sing in, stick to the musical arrangements and follow the effects of the songs you want to portray.

Once this is done, rehearse until the band and you are inseparable components of the song, then you are there! You are now ready to front a good band as a lead singer, get recognized as a singer and band leader of distinction. Chris Chew is the owner of music websites http://www.playmusicsing.com and http://learnsingplaymusic.blogspot.com ]]> Practice And Become A Professional Singer http://www.artwoo.com/article/practice-and-become-a-professional-singer http://www.artwoo.com/article/practice-and-become-a-professional-singer#comments Mon, 30 Jul 2007 06:25:01 +0000 professional singerskaraoke singingself confidencesinging voiceabdomensinging voicesvoices singing http://www.artwoo.com/article/practice-and-become-a-professional-singer singing voice can be a good start for a singing career, the voice alone doesn't make a good singer. Being comfortable with the songs you are singing will show in terms of your .

Keep in mind that even successful singers have learned some techniques that is why they were able to maintain well-modulated . Singing isn't all based on talent. Lose all your inhibitions. is a wonderful way to entertain yourself and the others.



When singing songs that are up tempo you don't need the technical ability it is more entertainment like karaoke. A good choice of song can make his performance better because the singer is comfortable with the song. Doing so, he'd be able to deliver the notes better, and feel the song best. A beautiful rendition of a song is noted most of the times, not because the singer has sung it well, but he did it with the right emotions overflowing. Doing so, he'd be able to deliver the notes better, and feel the song best.



practice all the time, if you practice you will be amazed how you're breathing and voice improves when singing and making different tones. Singers have the ability to know how to breathe correctly when singing. When singers learn how to sing they do not sing from the throat they sing from the , the reason for this is because the abdomen is a large and strong muscle compared to the throat. Do not limit yourself to teachers close to home or work. Working with a coach that can bring out the best in your voice is the goal. While a good singing voice can be a good start for a singing career, the voice alone doesn't make a good singer.

Many people believe they can sing and they don't need voice lessons, the decision to go ahead and admit that lessons are needed is a big and important step. Once you train your voice it will become strong and vibrant and your voice will improve over time because you know the basics. It will be worth the extra distance. Find an environment where you can express yourself freely and one that offers open communication so training can be modified with your changing interests.

Singing is one practical way of expressing one's feelings. Possessing a skill in singing is also a good technique of overcoming shyness and gaining self-confidence. Singing is, indeed, one of the most profitable passions in the industry today.

Each day, a singer is born to the music industry. It isn't enough that you have been trained by the best music school or that you can shift from one musical genre to another.

Knowing the vocal quality of a singer will enable him to choose songs that are appropriate for his singing voice. Once an appropriate song has been chosen, the singer should take time to develop his own style. He shouldn't try to choose a difficult song which will just showcase his lack of singing prowess. A good choice of song can make his performance better because the singer is comfortable with the song. The voice produces sound; the technical explanation is that the chords called vocal chords vibrate which in turn produces sound. Singers use these vibrations to make different sounds at different frequencies which allow them to make variation of notes.

With all the talents available for the taking, making it big in the recording industry can be attributed more to a very good manager rather than on pure talent alone. Thus, singers should never question the importance of getting professional help to further their singing careers.

Taking into consideration the popularity of singing talent searches, good singers can actually make a successful career in the entertainment industry. David Marc Fishman helps performers get discovered at the online talent show. Show your talent and audition at http://www.bornasuperstar. ]]> How To Warm Up And Cool Down When Singing http://www.artwoo.com/article/how-to-warm-up-and-cool-down-when-singing http://www.artwoo.com/article/how-to-warm-up-and-cool-down-when-singing#comments Sat, 06 Oct 2007 16:34:59 +0000 singersmental tensionmuscular tensionoptimal athletic performancesinging voicemusclesathletes http://www.artwoo.com/article/how-to-warm-up-and-cool-down-when-singing singing voice. If you don't warm up and cool down your voice, you risk damaging your vocal cords and sometimes permanently so.

All know that an effective warm up is essential for . But you say, are not athletes, so why should singers warm up their singing voices?

Singers who are dinner guests are often asked to perform impromptu entertainment by their host after the dinner to entertain other guests. The wise singer will politely decline the request rather than singing raw which is further complicated by a bloated tummy.

A proper warming up before a singing performance lets the singer to get in touch with the singer's inner self physically and psychologically since self awareness is the foundation of good vocal techniques.

All good singers know that there is a co-ordination of many parts and therefore warming up before singing should be an unhurried and a leisurely self-exploration that allows enough time for the loosening and coordination of the muscles that assist voice production. Warming up your voice should be an enjoyable experience because as you warm up, your voice begins to sound better, effortless and a sense singing freely is felt.

Unfortunately, most of the time, the singer is warming up while rushing to a rehearsal or as a last minute preparation before taking the stage. The pressure of a hurried warming up may cause physical and and as such, the warming up may prove to be ineffective or worse, counter-productive.

All well trained singers develop their own distinctive warming up routines best suited to their own personal requirements. The routines may vary with changes in physical, mental and also emotional state.

Most good singers begin by warming up their body first with light physical exercises. This is done to reduce the so that the singing voice will not sound strained or tensed. Furthermore, light exercises helps to stimulate deep breathing which is essential for good voice support.

It is vital to start vocalizing in your comfortable vocal range so as not to strain your vocal cords when it is cold. You can then gradually move on to the higher and lower extreme notes. Some recent biomechanical research have shown that singing at the extremity of both the higher and lower notes of the vocal range can strain the laryngeal muscles, and can result harmful patterns of muscle tension. It goes on to say that thus it is good common sense to avoid the extreme pitches whether they are high or low notes until your voice is warmed up appropriately. Most singer's warm up is devoted to the goals of obtaining a beautiful voice timbre through the use of various vocal exercises.

After a singing session, the singer should cool down the voice with exercises that soothe the vocal cords such as soft descending scales on the "oo" or the "ee" vowel. If the singer does not cool down after a sing session, the vocal tension will stay and the vocal cords remain tensed and this will lead to further voice complications. So, to maintain and preserve a healthy singing voice, adequate warm up and cool down is a must in any singer's inventory. Chris Chew owns a singing and music website at http://www.playmusicsing.com ]]> London's West End Musicals http://www.artwoo.com/article/londons-west-end-musicals http://www.artwoo.com/article/londons-west-end-musicals#comments Sun, 08 Oct 2006 22:27:04 +0000 les misrablesearlham streetwellington streetpopularroxy hartvictor hugomoving http://www.artwoo.com/article/londons-west-end-musicals popular shows are the big West End musicals, many of which have been running for years and still sell out weeks in advance. Here's a brief guide to some of the all-time favourites.

Blood Brothers Theatre: Phoenix, Charing Cross Road Current Run Since: November 1991 Overview: Written in 1981, the original run of the musical starring Barbara Dickson had limited success. However, the remake 10 years later has proven very popular and has now become a cult classic. It's a captivating prince-and-pauper tale of twin boys from a poor Liverpool family who are separated at birth because their mother can't afford to keep them both. One is brought up by the mother's rich employer so both lead very different lives, only to meet again in adulthood with mixed consequences.

Chicago Theatre: Cambridge Theatre, Current Run Since: April 2006 Overview: This sordid tale of murder, greed and corruption focuses on main character , who is accused of killing her husband and hires a sleazy lawyer to get her acquitted, only to set up a dance act with partner-in-crime Velma. With catchy tunes such as All That Jazz and Razzle Dazzle, it's been a hit since its first run, which began in 1979.

Les Misérables Theatre: Queen's, Shaftesbury Avenue Current Run Since: October 1985 Overview: In 2006, Les Misérables became the longest running musical in the world. For 21 years it has been keeping audiences captivated with its dramatic and emotional tale of social, political and romantic turmoil in 19th century Paris, adapted from the classic novel. The musical score is excellent, seamlesly from rousing marches to moving ballads.

Lion King Theatre: Lyceum, Current Run Since: October 1999 Overview: Written by Tim Rice and Elton John, this excellent adaptation of the popular Disney animation has won six Tony Awards and is a real stage spectacular, with a dazzling set and fantastic animal costumes. It's the story of a lion cub, heir to his father's jungle throne, whose evil uncle plots to take over.

Mamma Mia Theatre: Prince of Wales, Coventry Street Current Run Since: June 2004 Overview: 1970s Swedish pop sensation Abba's best hits are brought together in this great musical medley, arranged around the story of a girl on the eve of her wedding day. Tuneful melodies such as Money Money Money, Dancing Queen and of course Mamma Mia are guaranteed to have audiences tapping their toes throughout.

Phantom of the Opera Theatre: Her Majesty's, Haymarket Current Run Since: October 1986 Overview: Andrew Lloyd Webber's most well known musical is a love story based on Gaston Leroux's 19th century romantic novel about the goings-on behind the scenes in a Paris Opera House, where a mystery man in a mask falls in love with one of the opera singers. It has won several awards, including seven Tonys and the Laurence Olivier Award for Best Musical, and is immensely popular -- so much so that the theatre has never had an unsold seat in 20 years of daily performances. Key themes from the musical are The Music of the Night and the title piece Phantom of the Opera. Pauline Wapping Website: http://www.londoncityinformation.info Pauline Wapping is a Londoner, having lived in the city all her life. She is a travel writer. ]]> What Is The Biggest Singing Mistake? http://www.artwoo.com/article/what-is-the-biggest-singing-mistake http://www.artwoo.com/article/what-is-the-biggest-singing-mistake#comments Wed, 19 Mar 2008 08:29:59 +0000 live music clubssinging competitionssinging contestsinner smilesinging out of tunewarm smiletonal quality http://www.artwoo.com/article/what-is-the-biggest-singing-mistake singing competitions and is also a regular patron of and have observed singers making the same mistakes again and again. Some of those mistakes were so blatantly obvious and can be easily avoided or corrected such as .

Although singing out of tune is a certainly an awful singing mistake, it isn't the biggest singing mistake. Did I surprised you, if I did, brace yourself for more to come.

There are so many common and often repeated mistakes singers make and why they do not correct them is indeed puzzling.

Let us look at another common mistake which is simply not smiling at the audience. It is amazing that many singers, especially those in who take the stage and either frown or deadpan their way through an entire song.

By doing this, the performance and the bonding with the audience is painfully compromised. Furthermore, the voice quality is affected because the do not have the 'inner-smile' which can be very pleasant to the ear.

Many times, I would watch a singer go on stage, grab the microphone, look up at the audience and flash a big fat smile. Then as the song begin, that smile would just disappear into thin air, even for a fast number.

As a member of the audience, I felt like I had been ripped off when they took back that bright . It is like the big smiling friendly salesman after selling you a product don't even bother to look at you thereafter. How does that feel?

Yet again, this is not biggest mistake because the worse is yet to come.

Then there is another mistake which is about as common as the no smiling mistake is the 'I'm nervous' expression imprinted on singers' faces.

How do I know that they are nervous? Well, it is simply that these singers have no eye contact with the audience. Many of them even belt out the entire song with their eyes closed. This is not only downright rude, it also tells the audience that the singer has no confidence in facing the audience and is awfully nervous.

It gets even whackier when you see the singers in churches looking at the ceiling as if they are singing to God so that they can avoid eye contact with the congregation.

Although I comprehend that when singing about God, you may look up as and when the lyric is appropriate to show some form of expression, however staring at the ceiling for the duration entire song is ridiculous.

Then there is another bunch of singers who understand the concept of eye contact, but they did it by darting their eyes in every other direction. This terrible body language made them look like a terrified caged animal.

Not establishing good eye contact with the audience is still not the biggest singing mistake though.

This next singer mistake can be absolutely hilarious. This type of singers will reach out for the microphone, lock their feet to the stage and do not move at all for the entire duration of the song as if they are riveted to the stage.

These singers are probably scared of tripping, slipping or to avoid people commenting that their moves sucks. However, singing this way makes the audience very uptight and tensed.

Hey, the audiences may not know if you missed a note but they can instinctively know if you are a bundle of nerves. They see a nervous singer and they instinctively feel nervous for that singer.

The motionless singer is a sure sign of being nervous. The audience does not require you to dance like Britney Spears, but they do know that when they see someone standing rigidly, that the person is definitely squirming uncomfortably inside.

Is being riveted on stage the biggest singing mistake? Nope!

The next singing mistake is really serious but very common. It really beats me why so many singers would often sing songs that included notes out of their vocal range.

Singing out of your vocal range will produce awful tones that make the audience cringe! These singers will get to that high note and just fizzle out into an airy falsetto or worse, force their way through by yelling, often causing them to sing flat and risking injuries to their vocal cords.

Is singing out of one's vocal range the biggest singing mistake? The answer is still a no.

So what is the biggest singer's mistake? The mother of all singing mistakes is ATTITUDE!

It is the thinking that the audience is there for your purposes! Self centeredness is the biggest mistake a singer can make. The audience will know whether you are focused on their enjoyment or for your own selfish egoistic ends.

If you think back through all those singing mistakes mentioned earlier, you can see that most of them actually stem from this one big mistake.

For example, not making eye contact comes from the desire to protect you. The singer is not opening up to the audience.

Think about when you meet someone who simply won't look you in the eye. You instinctively distrust that person isn't it?

So a good singer must think like the audience so that the singer can please the audience with his/her performance. Then, make a point to train yourself and force yourself to make eye contact while performing. When you have the confidence to make eye contact with the audience now and then, you will have the confidence to maintain a warm smile with your audience.

If you are too self-conscious, you won't be able to do this. Don't scare yourself with inner self talk like will the audience like my performance, but instead ask questions like will I love the audience.

Standing rigidly during your singing performance also comes from nervousness. Again, it is just self-consciousness.

The biggest mistake is the inner self talk in your head on the wrong questions such as "What is in it for me?" "Will I get my need for attention met?" "Will the audience meet my need for their approval?"

If you do not replace those selfish attitudes with a selfless aim to please and serve your audience, they will withhold what you want from them, such as their appreciation to your song delivery.

So the main lesson here is to think of your audience. If you can think of how to please them, they will reward you by pleasing you. Just by correcting your attitude, you will be able to avoid many terrible common singing mistakes. Chris Chew is the webmaster of a learning music website at http://www.playmusicsing.com ]]> Very Clever Mozart: For Not Having Mohammed's Head In The Original Production Of Idomeneo http://www.artwoo.com/article/very-clever-mozart-for-not-having-mohammeds-head-in-the-original-production-of-idomeneo http://www.artwoo.com/article/very-clever-mozart-for-not-having-mohammeds-head-in-the-original-production-of-idomeneo#comments Fri, 20 Oct 2006 16:27:03 +0000 netzeitungoperadeutsche opermuslim groupcomeuppancerabble rousermuslims http://www.artwoo.com/article/very-clever-mozart-for-not-having-mohammeds-head-in-the-original-production-of-idomeneo Deutsche Oper closed a production of Mozart's perennially harmless Idomeneo, because of "incalculable risk" due to a threat from a or individual over the director's decision to include a scene in which the heads of Mohammed, Jesus, and Budda are presented without their accompanying bodies.

The heady scene is reportedly an effort on the part of the director to mix opera with his own anti-religious sentiments.

While Mozart was not above being a bit of a -- note the antagonism he bestirred among the nobility due to the amorous ways and eventual of the broadly ignoble Don Giovanni -- we give him the belated accolade of Clever Monkey of the Week for not finding if necessary to present disembodied prophets in the original production.

The oper avowed that it shut down the production "with great regret," but government officials other than the security forces were not pleased.

As the mayor of Berlin, Klaus Wowereit, said, "with all understanding for the concern about the security of spectators and performers, I consider the decision of the director to be wrong. Our ideas about openness, tolerance and freedom must be lived on the offensive. Voluntary self-limitation gives those who fight against our values a confirmation in advance that we will not stand behind them."

There was a redemptive bright spot on the Islamic horizon. Kenan Kilat, who is the leader of Germany's Turkish Community, told the online newspaper that, while he could understand how the three-headed scene could offend , an opera is not a political forum.

He went on to say the nearly miraculous, "I would recommend Muslims learn to accept certain things. Art must remain free."

We commend his wisdom and courage.

But evidently we still have an enormous cultural chasm to deal with. Imagine how far we are from the headline "Famous Muslim Opera Closed Due To Courtesy Toward Christians." Tom Attea, humorist and creator of http://NewsLaugh.com, has had six shows produced Off-Broadway. Critics have called his writing for the theater "delightfully funny," "witty," with "great humor" and "good, genuine laughs." ]]> The Phantom Of The Opera (DVD) Review http://www.artwoo.com/article/the-phantom-of-the-opera-dvd-review http://www.artwoo.com/article/the-phantom-of-the-opera-dvd-review#comments Wed, 26 Apr 2006 19:50:01 +0000 phantom of the operatorridgerard butleremmy rossumimbibingmystic riverparis opera house http://www.artwoo.com/article/the-phantom-of-the-opera-dvd-review Phantom Of The Opera is one of the most talked about movies of 2004. Taking the smash commercial success of Andrew Lloyd Webber's stage production to the big screen is no easy task, but long-time Hollywood director Joel Schumacher is more than able to get the job done. He takes an otherwise poorly written screenplay (minus the awe of a live performance no less) and manages to thrill the audience with the visual aspects of a film chiefly intended to rehash a successful stage musical. The costumes and set are simply magnificent, and Art Director John Fenner (Raiders Of The Lost Ark) helps Schumacher put together a fabulous production that's well worth a movie-goer's time...

The Phantom Of The Opera centers around a mysterious character who dwells underneath the , himself on the music that emanates from above. Known as The Phantom (), he wears a half-mask to cover the hideous facial scars that have plagued him since birth. A musical genius, the phantom is infatuated with the opera, and when he falls in love with the voice of a young chorus girl named Christine ( - The Day After Tomorrow (2004), (2003)), this love of the opera morphs into an outright obsession. The phantom provides Christine with one-on-one voice lessons, while during his spare time, he terrorizes the opera house in an effort to land his protégé the opera's leading role. When Christine finally rises to that position, however, she is reunited with childhood friend Raul (Patrick Wilson), and the two begin a love affair. Vengeful and jealous, the phantom kidnaps Christine and holds her prisoner in his underground lair, and Raul is the only one who can save her...

Onscreen, The Phantom Of The Opera is weak by the standards of a traditional film. The cast does its best to make the most of a screenplay peppered with rigid dialogue - a script designed to sell "the music of the night". The supposed magnetism between Christine and Raul is non-existent and not really believable. As such, the audience is forced into believing that the phantom (who, by contrast, is quite charismatic in this rendition) would end up playing second fiddle to a man who makes Al Gore seem animated. Overall, however, other aspects of the film make up for this flaw...

Based on Gaston Leroux's 1925 novel of the same name, The Phantom Of The Opera loses much of its original edge given the phantom's transformation from a frightening and mangled lunatic to a watered down half-scarred/half-babe-magnet figure complete with likeable characteristics. But inevitably, that's the mark of an enduring franchise - its malleability in the realm of numerous genres and the public's willingness to embrace such changes. But arguably, the small changes in the original novel's plot were necessary to achieve Lloyd Webber's goal of a melodramatic and stirring Broadway musical boasting mass commercial appeal. In a year in which the Oscar nominations were mostly dominated by lower-budget, surprise hit films (such as Sideways, Million Dollar Baby, and Finding Neverland), The Phantom Of The Opera holds its own in many aspects (given its pre-production designation as a commercial success). But those who have not seen the stage version are unlikely to be won over to the ranks of the franchise's numerous fanatics. My advice is to definitely see the film if you've ever seen the stage performance or listened regularly to the soundtrack - otherwise, you might be disappointed. After all, no matter how good The Phantom Of The Opera translates to the big screen, there's a reason musicals are not the dominate genre in Hollywood... Britt Gillette is author of The DVD Report (http://thedvdreport.blogspot.com), a blog where you can find more reviews like this one. ]]>