Comments on: Singers on Stage: Don’t Talk Til You Earn The Right!

By: Judy Rodman

Judy Rodman — Thu, 06 Aug 2015 12:34:59 +0000

Hi Amara.. you can contact me through my site contact form http://judyrodman.com/contact.htm where you can leave your information and I'll call or email you back. You can book a vocal lesson with me that way, and ask any questions you have. Thanks!

By: Unknown

Unknown — Thu, 06 Aug 2015 12:30:46 +0000

Hello,
My name is Amara, I am 18 years old and I'm ready to stop dreaming and actually start doing. I want to sing and begin the process of strengthening my voice. I grew up singing in the family but never had actual vocal training. My goals are to gain control and flexibility over my voice and singing boldly many ranges. Is there a way I can get in touch with you personally or in person?

By: Judy Rodman

Judy Rodman — Fri, 12 Jun 2015 11:28:44 +0000

Thank you Ben, all great suggestions! Occupying the space is a very important part of 'stage presence'.

By: Ben McConley

Ben McConley — Fri, 12 Jun 2015 11:24:13 +0000

When you're singing on stage, you're not only combining language and music - you've also got to deal with spatial awareness and be aware of the people around you. There's a lot going on, so watch the conductor if there is one. Enjoy the feeling of being on stage, look around you in rehearsals to get used to the size of the performance space and think how much energy you will need to fill that space.

Ben@McCONELY

By: Judy Rodman

Judy Rodman — Thu, 26 Sep 2013 14:21:01 +0000

Thanks much for your feedback, Diane… here's a bit of research for you that may help you decide when enough is enough: Go to a couple of different performances and focus your observation on how someone who isn't known by the audience and someone who IS known speaks to the audience. What does the performer say? What happens when the performer chooses to speak? What causes disconnect, boredom or even 'turning away/off' from those listening? What causes electricity to be felt, laughter or spell-casting silence as they get drawn in? It's an eye opener to the learning curve!

By: Diane Hurst

Diane Hurst — Thu, 26 Sep 2013 14:11:09 +0000

As an audience member, I like to hear the stories that some songwriters tell; yes, too long is not so good– but if well spoken this can really add to interest and appreciation of the music. As a performer this is an area for learning, as I'm just beginning — glad to have the tips here.

By: Unknown

Unknown — Sun, 22 Sep 2013 17:21:37 +0000

i agree, i talk very little on stage. mostly towards the end, and only if i'm making light of a mistake or something unusual or amusing thats going on in the venue. people like a quick joke, a giggle, some 'human -ness' (can't think of a better word). but theres nothing worse than a rambling explanation of a song, pre song. firstly, a good song will explain itself, secondly, your building expectations where you don't need too. and its definitely right that the worst place to do this is before you even start. if they want a piece of you, you will sense it, then give some chatter away.

By: Judy Rodman

Judy Rodman — Mon, 16 Sep 2013 20:35:01 +0000

Well said, Adelle… you are an intuitive performer, I can tell! And you're right… we need to learn to SENSE it… when to give some chatter away! Thank you for the comment