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New Winners!
Your peers reveal their favourite quotes, tips and secrets of vocal success…
Congratulations to our Peer Review Video winners from January and February: Amee van Kuyk, Dan Emino, Meghan, Gary Teed, Jack Vallier, Roveena, Sarah Dooley and Sammie Libman – all have won a TC-Helicon VoiceTone T1 Pedal!
We’ve caught up with some of our winners to share an important thought with the VoiceCouncil Community.
Juicy Tid-Bits
Amee says that her favourite vocal artist of the moment is Sia Furler: “her vocals are incredibly soulful and intimate and she stays true to her kooky self which I admire.”
Gary’s favourite quote about singing is: “You really are singing for yourself. If you please yourself with your performance, then others will be pleased as well”.
Roveena‘s most helpful advice for singing is that confidence is key: “Knowing who you are as an artist is important; if you don’t believe you are capable, no one else will”.
Join Our Winners
Submit a your YouTube Video to VoiceCouncil’s Peer Review and you can win prizes, gain exposure and receive valuable insight from our Vocal Coach in Residence.
VoiceCouncil Blogger Becomes Finalist – NEWS RELEASE
VoiceCouncil Blogger Becomes Finalist –NEWS RELEASE
A Grammy award winning producer recognizes singing and looping talent.
Congratulations to VoiceCouncil’s own Sarah Bella – one of 10 finalists (chosen from 17,000) in Guitar Center’s massive singer-songwriter competition.
Sarah is a widely known YouTube artist; see VoiceCouncil’s exclusive interview with her about how to get your foot in the door at competitions.
You might be interested to know that Jocelyn Scofield – whose vid recently appeared on VoiceCouncil’s Peer Review is another finalist!
Jocelyn’s looping vid caught the interest of competition organizers
The ten finalists were chosen by grammy-award winning producer John Shanks –he’s worked with Sheryl Crow, Kelly Clarkson, Keith Urban, Bon Jovi and Alanis Morissette
Jocelyn and Sarah will be flying to LA this weekend and could win a large cash prize, lots of gear and a three song EP produced by Shanks.
We wish them well!
New Winners!
Our latest Peer Review winners reveal their favourite quotes, tips and secrets of vocal success…
Congratulations to this month’s Peer Review Video winners: Ed Quesada, Lauren Tate, Louie Ongpauco, Spiritwo – all have won a TC-Helicon VoiceTone T1 Pedal!
We’ve caught up with each of our winners to share an important thought with the VoiceCouncil Community.
Juicy Tid-Bits
Ed Quesada believes singing is not just a vocal performance. It involves commitment to your audience and passion from your heart – like you were feeling every word and note from your soul!
Lauren’s tip for vocal health is energy. Here, food is her friend: “I find having a quick smoothie before recording keeps me active and prepared for late nights!”
Louie’s favorite microphone is the Blue Baby Bottle Cardioid Condenser Mic, as it gives a more smoother, full and present sounding that he has always wanted to hear on his recordings. He believes the Blue Baby Bottle will definitely bring your recording sound to a pro level.
Spiritwo’s favorite artist is her inspiration, Mike Patton. His variety of techniques and his original style encourages her to find new techniques in her own singing jargon.
Join Our Winners
Submit a your YouTube Video to VoiceCouncil’s Peer Review and you can win prizes, gain exposure and receive valuable insight from our Vocal Coach in Residence.
This Month’s Winners
Your peers reveal their favourite quotes, tips and secrets of vocal success…
Congratulations to our Peer Review Video winners from November: Larry Neely, Michael Fox and Alec Drow – all have won a TC-Helicon VoiceTone T1 Pedal!
We’ve caught up with each of our winners to share an important thought with the VoiceCouncil Community.
Juicy Tid-Bits
Larry says his best mental preparation is simply knowing that he’s going to be in front of lots of people and thinking of everyone leaving happier than when they first came in.
Michael tells us that his favorite vocal artist is John Denver because of his natural talent, unique style and the way he conveyed honesty in every aspect of his music.
Alec Drow says that in order to remain versatile he really likes experimenting with his voice: “My vocal processor gives me the opportunity to express myself in many different ways.”
Join Our Winners
Submit a your YouTube Video to VoiceCouncil’s Peer Review and you can win prizes, gain exposure and receive valuable insight from our Vocal Coach in Residence.
Take Our Survey and WIN
We’re on a quest to discover your views.
Far too little is known about the needs, aspirations and views of contemporary vocalists.
That’s why we’re trying to reach 1,000 singers – and we want you to be involved.
Our survey takes just a few minutes — and to say “thank you”, we’ll enter you into a draw to receive one of ten free microphones.
We’ll also be giving survey takers advance notice of the results.
You’ll be among the first to discover new information about needs, challenges, pressures and opportunities facing singers all over the world.
We think you’ll find it unique, fun and interesting – the Survey.
More About The Survey
We’ll be using the survey results to craft new and relevant content for singers at VoiceCouncil Magazine.
A wealth of information is known about the challenges and opportunities of other vocations, but the situations vocalists face are truly unique.
Just think about it: a vocalist has to have not only performance skills, but know about gear, vocal health, singing technique, musical genres, mental well being, the latest developments in technology – and know how to relate to band-mates, venue managers, fans and audiences.
That’s a tall order.
We want to find out where vocalists are at with these subjects (and more…) so that we can help you with your quest to master your craft.
By taking our survey, then, you be helping vocalists all over the world to “win”.
-Gregory A. Barker
Commissioning Editor
VoiceCouncil Magazine
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This Month’s Winners!
Your peers reveal their favourite quotes, tips and secrets of vocal success…
Congratulations to our Peer Review Video winners from October: Michael Fox, Tom Camp, Alfy and William Spears – all have won a TC-Helicon VoiceTone T1 Pedal!
We’ve caught up with each of our winners to share an important thought with the VoiceCouncil Community.
Juicy Tid-Bits
Tom says that it is a myth that singing is only a natural gift and that what you need to sing is the right balance of focus, energy and dedication.
Alfy says to prepare before going on stage have a joke or two ready in case there are technical difficulties and to start with a song you’re comfortable with – this will warm you up and help boost your confidence.
Mike says that his most valuable piece of advice is: you should be yourself, take risks and ‘never worry about how originals sound to others as long as it is from the heart and conveys the message your wishing portray.’
William’s favourite vocal artist is John Mayer as his music seems to be completely thought out- his complex guitar parts, and his deep melodies are genius.
Join Our Winners
Submit your YouTube Video to VoiceCouncil’s Peer Review and you can win prizes, gain exposure and receive valuable insight from our Vocal Coach in Residence.
This Month’s Winners!
Your peers reveal their favourite quotes, tips and secrets of vocal success…
Congratulations to our September Peer Review Video winners (including 2 from August): Lawrence, Pat, Claire, Kelsie, Chris and Matt– all have won a TC-Helicon VoiceTone T1 Pedal!
We’ve caught up with each of our winners to share an important thought with the VoiceCouncil Community.
Juicy Tid-Bits:
Chris Commisso says that not placing in an artist competition for three years was beneficial as it forced him to work harder (he next won first place) Chris believes “Persistence is everything!”
Claire – the sudden loss of security ended up giving Claire the strength to make the leap to singing professionally – she felt she had nothing to lose. Her advice to vocalists is “just close your eyes and leap”.
Kelsie Simpson’s hero and favourite singer is Park Bom from the group 2NE1 as she never gave up on her dream.
Lawrence Trailer’s favourite quote is from the singer Monserrat Caballé (b. 1933): “When a singer truly feels and experiences what the music is all about, the words will automatically ring true.”
Matt Jones encourages singers to work with their nerves rather than against them. “In front of a crowd focus on the back of the room, and then slowly lower your eyes across the entire crowd so they feel included in your performance.”
Pat Meruseye says the best thing he was ever told about singing was, “Don’t force – Let it flow. The sound you look for will come out naturally then. When you feel a certain connection to a song – this is where it begins!”
Join Our Winners!
Submit your YouTube Video to VoiceCouncil’s Peer Review and you can win prizes, gain exposure and receive valuable insight from our Vocal Coach in Residence.
A New Boost for Singers
VoiceCouncil Magazine cranks up the volume on its content.
Important changes are coming at VoiceCouncil Magazine.
Over the past few months we’ve been studying the preferences and needs of singers and now we’re introducing several new blogs and initiatives.
Here is what’s coming:
• A regular Singing and Songwriting blog from noted YouTube artist Sarah Bella
• Regular Audio Insights from recording engineer Wes Maebe and leading sound engineering writer Bill Gibson
• A ‘Wild Thoughts’ blog dedicated to creativity & performance for singers
• ‘Probe’ –solutions to technique challenges facing gigging singers from vocal coach and musical director Rachel Bennett
PLUS –you’ll see an improved look on the site, regular contests and the chance to win gear every week.
Of course, you’ll continue to see all of the content you’ve already appreciated: regular feature articles, vocal coach insights, peer review vids – content designed to help you hone your craft and push your singing ahead.
You should see all of these changes in about one week.
Let us know how you feel about what you see – in your comments on posts and your emails to me.
We want to make sure we live up to VoiceCouncil’s mission:
Practical Insight for the Emerging Vocalist
-Greg Barker
Commissioning Editor,
VoiceCouncil Magazine
editor@voicecouncil.com
A Winner Every Week
TC-Helicon and VoiceCouncil Magazine announce their most generous contest ever.
TC-Helicon is the only pro audio company 100% dedicated to providing creativity and control to singers.
Now they’re proving this in a new way.
…by awarding a free piece of equipment to singers every week.
Singers who submit a video that is already on YouTube could become one of four monthly winners of the TC-Helicon VoiceTone T1 pedal.
TC-Helicon will be awarding a different set of products each month until the end of 2011.
And there’s more…
Selected winners will be profiled on VoiceCouncil Magazine and be entered in a draw to receive even more audio equipment.
How Can You Win?
It’s easy – all you have to do is submit a video you’ve already posted on YouTube to VoiceCouncil Magazine’s Peer Review Videos.
You’ll be joining over 200 vocalists who have received exposure in the premier on-line publication for singers as well as insight from our Vocal Coach in Residence.
We’re looking for a video in which we can clearly see you singing – any song (original or cover).
See the Latest Peer Review Vids
VoiceCouncil Magazine’s Peer Review Video initiative encourages singers all over the world to share their music, receive valuable insight from leading Vocal Coaches, and gain exposure on the premier on-line publication for singers.
Getting Gigs in NYC
Our 200th Peer Review Video artist, Lawrence Trailer, shares some secrets to success in the Big Apple.
Since you were first on our Peer Reviews – what have been the highlights in your career?
I’m linking up with an incredible producer, Dave Clauss, and we’re hitting the studio the end of this month! I’ve also formed a band and we’ve played all over NYC!
OK. NYC is not the easiest place to land gigs. What has helped you open doors to venues?
It’s not as difficult to get opportunities in NYC as one may think. In fact many venues are > read more
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