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Performance & Rehearsal

A collection of articles from the Disc Makers blog that relate to the music performance and rehearsal, including singing tips and performance advice.

Zoom gigs

How to plan, perform, and rock your Zoom gigs

January 8, 2021January 8, 2021 Michael Gallant

Live-streaming has opened new opportunities for many musicians. It has also created new categories of challenges. These prep and performance tips can make your Zoom gigs the best they can be. Read the post.

gigging over Zoom

Gigging over Zoom: A case study

December 15, 2020December 15, 2020 Michael Gallant

Throughout the pandemic, live-streamed performances have been a lifeline for many musicians, but the technical challenges can be significant. Here are some tips to help you share your music via Zoom. Read the post.

live music event

Don’t do it alone: Live music event roles

November 12, 2020December 10, 2020 Randy Chertkow and Jason Feehan

In part two of our DIY music business series, we focus on live music event roles. Learn how to leverage key services and expertise to help you delegate work so you can focus on creating and performing music. Read the post.

music at the polls

Playing live music at the polls

October 29, 2020October 29, 2020 Michael Gallant

Around the country, indie musicians of all styles and genres are playing live music at the polls as people wait to vote. Here are some tips for bringing your music to the voters. Read the post.

big gig

Ramping up for the big gig

August 28, 2020October 13, 2020 Michael Gallant

When you’re planning for a big gig, use these strategies to prepare and practice so you play, perform, stream, and record with success. Read the post.

meditation for musicians

How meditation can benefit musicians

August 12, 2020August 19, 2020 Bobby Borg

Bobby Borg talks to Allen Weiss, co-chair of Mindful USC and senior teacher of mindfulness meditation at InsightLA about meditation for musicians. Read the post.

McCoy Tyner

Things every musician and songwriter can learn from McCoy Tyner

August 6, 2020August 11, 2020 Michael Gallant

McCoy Tyner, a giant of jazz piano, embodied powerful lessons that music-makers of any sort can learn from. Read the post.

math and music

The functional relationship between math and music

July 9, 2020July 9, 2020 Reema Krishnan

The relationship between math and music extends to many elements of both, and studying one can lead to success in the other. If nothing else, the connection is an interesting one to explore. Read the post.

merch strategies

Merch strategies for your live streams

July 1, 2020July 1, 2020 Randy Chertkow and Jason Feehan

While it may be easier to sell merch when you’re performing live and in person, there are techniques you can use to promote and sell your merch while streaming online. Read the post.

live stream show

How to produce a compelling live stream show

June 9, 2020June 9, 2020 Randy Chertkow and Jason Feehan

Creating compelling live streams goes beyond setting up a camera and performing like you do on stage. Use these techniques to create a better performance, get more viewers, and make more money from your live stream show. Read the post.

advocacy in music

The risks and rewards of social advocacy in music

June 5, 2020June 5, 2020 Bobby Borg

Bobby Borg talks to Dr. Daniella Baroffio about how social causes and social advocacy can be made more effective when combined with music. Read the post.

streaming revenue

Maximizing your revenue when streaming: Part II

May 26, 2020May 26, 2020 Randy Chertkow and Jason Feehan

You can still play live shows during this pandemic by live streaming them to your fans. But, to make money from it, you need to build income-making methods into your show so fans can support you. Read the post.

streaming live shows

Maximizing your revenue when streaming live shows

May 14, 2020May 26, 2020 Randy Chertkow and Jason Feehan

As musicians transition from live shows to live streams, they are finding ways to monetize their performances, even if they aren’t “in person.” Some of these revenue options aren’t even available when playing live! Read the post.

great vocal take

Getting a great vocal take in the studio

May 7, 2020May 29, 2020 Jon Marc Weiss and Andre Calilhanna

Capturing the ultimate vocal performance can require push and pull between the producer and talent. The tact and technique of the producer plays a pivotal role in recording a great vocal take. Read the post.

improve lighting

Easy fixes to improve the lighting in your videos

April 21, 2020April 21, 2020 Randy Chertkow and Jason Feehan

In these uncertain days, you can spread joy by releasing videos, produced in your home. Here’s one way to improve the lighting for your home-made videos. Read the post.

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