Build Confidence and Overcome Stage
Fright with Singing Voice Lessons
On Becoming a Singer and
Performer
When you first start singing voice
lessons, don't expect to overcome your fear of singing
overnight. It takes time to build confidence and be able to
sing in front of a large audience without shaking in your
boots. Most professional singers likely experienced stage
fright at some early point in their career. It's natural to
fear getting up in front of people...whether to sing, speak
or perform other activities.
It's called "stage" fright, but what
new singers really fear is the possibility of failure or the
potential criticism they might receive from the listeners.
The key to singing success is to learn that it's "okay" if
you mess up...people in the audience are human too!
Sometimes it helps to break the ice with your audience if
you have a mess up here and there!
Why Take Singing Voice
Lessons?
Even if you already have a great voice
and even if you know how
to read music notes, taking
voice lessons can help boost every area of your singing
efforts and build confidence. While taking lessons you'll
learn how to breathe properly, which gives a boost to your
vocal strength and helps relieve anxiety while singing.
You'll learn how to hit those difficult high and low notes
without your voice cracking or straining. You'll be able to
develop a singing style that's unique to you and find the
right fit or style that your audience will love.
If taking one-on-one lessons from a
voice coach to learn
how to sing, you'll always
have a one-person audience that's ready to help and
encourage you while correcting any areas of your singing
that are needed. Voice lessons can help boost your
confidence because you'll know what technique to use for
various songs and keys without having to guess at it just
before a performance. When you know the correct way to sing,
this removes a load off your shoulders before ever getting
on stage!
Start Small
The best way to get over stage fright
is to put your voice on the line and book a gig. It can be
something small, such as singing at a local nursing home,
party or a family gathering. Consider singing with a choir
or small group, and ask if you can try some solo verses
within that group. Consider getting a part-time job
delivering singing telegrams for birthdays, anniversaries,
holidays, etc. You can do this even before completing your
singing voice lessons.
If you need to start really small,
consider singing for a friend or a few relatives for
starters. This can help you get your feet wet without
risking it all! Karaoke clubs are also great places to get a
feel for singing in front of others.
One Gig is Just One
Gig!
Don't feel discouraged if you book a
gig and then make mistakes. Most audiences will be
forgiving, especially if they know you're a new singer. Even
if you get "boo-ed" off the stage (worse case scenario),
there are always other gigs and other audiences! Don't allow
one gig to determine your life career decisions.
Take singing voice lessons from a
professional coach that has had experience with performing.
If you're taking an online singing course, you might be able
to attend webinars and ask questions about how to boost
confidence. It's great when you can talk this over with a
professional singer and learn how they overcame their fears.
Use these tips to boost your singing confidence and take
your voice to a higher level!