How To Become a Singer

Ingredients

• Vocal range
• Talent
• Confidence
• A vocal coach
• A demo
• An agent
• A keyboard (optional)

Steps

1. Sing in front of people - Join a choral group or participate in a community theater musical where you can sing in front of an audience. (21 sec. )
2. Practice - Set aside time to practice. Finding a reliable rhythm and routine is the key to improvement. (28 sec. )
3. Imitate singers - Imitate your favorite singers from varying musical genres. (34 sec. )
4. Invest in a keyboard to practice scales. (39 sec. )
5. Get a vocal coach - Find a vocal coach who can offer objective criticism. You will be required to work hard but your singing will improve. (42 sec. )
6. Enter karaoke - Enter karaoke and other talent competitions. (49 sec. )
7. Make a demo - Create a demo, choosing a song that best showcases your talents. (54 sec. )
8. Contact clubs - Contact clubs and try to book appearances. Many clubs host amateur or open mic nights. (57 sec. )
9. Hire an agent - Hire an agent who has contacts with clubs or studios. And don’t forget to promote yourself! (64 sec. )
10. Did you know? The rain in “Singin’ in the Rain” consisted of a mixture of milk and water so it would show up better on film. (70 sec. )