web analytics

Arts and Music posts

Blog

Manuel Marino Music Composer

Follow on LinkedIn

Ask me to create

a Cinematic Soundtrack

for your Game or Film!
Manuel Marino Music Blog

3d ArtArtsAudioBassBusinessCultureDrumsFluteGamesGuitarHobbiesInternetMasteringMoviesMusicPaintingPhilosophyPianoTechnologyViolinVoiceWritings

Manuel is a passionate, driven, and techsavvy AV technician, artist and music composer with over ten years of experience, specializing in the captivating world of music and entertainment.

Manuel is an expert in creating soundtracks for short filmsfeature films and video games.

Manuel Music Blog is a diverse digital platform where creativity and intellect converge, covering a wide range of topics from 3D Art to Music, and Technology to Philosophy.

It’s a collaborative space that features the insights of both Manuel, contributors and participants, appealing to enthusiasts across various fields.

With dedicated sections for different arts, instruments, and cultural reflections, this blog serves as a rich resource for those seeking inspiration, knowledge, and a deep dive into the myriad aspects of artistic and technological exploration.

You can find our Privacy Policy here: https://manuelmarino.com/blog/privacy-policy/

You can find our Terms of Service here: https://manuelmarino.com/blog/terms-of-service/

It seems that becoming a talented performer is now a global phenomenon. The main reason for this is that people enjoy listening to the beautiful voice of a professional singing superstar, and they can be found all around the world. Many fans, like you and me, are the driving force behind performers’ desire to sing. As a result, the music industry Marketing and Music: Any Song Can Become Famous? - Today let's dive into a topic that's been buzzing around a lot: the relationship between marketing and music. We all know that marketing plays a massive role in the music industry, but does it actually hold the power to make any track a hit? Or does talent still stand a chance? First off, let's address… is considered one of the most popular worldwide. Music professionals are always searching for someone with exceptional singing abilities.

Even some well-known singers today don’t have the most extraordinary voices. The natural talent to sing beautifully is quite rare. People should understand that achieving such a level won’t happen overnight. Many friends and acquaintances have embarked on this journey only to quit or be discouraged. These days, you must work towards your goal. One step that many people overlook is learning to sing in the first place. It’s not all money and glamour! There are several ways to improve your singing voice, including:

  • Practicing chromatic scales
  • Using a tuner to help keep your voice in tune
  • Working on staying in tune with various pitches and harmonies
  • Gaining and maintaining experience by working with different beats
  • Warm-ups and cooldowns

The Techniques

You might be wondering, “Why would I want to practice?” The truth is, everyone should practice. In fact, you probably already do without realizing it. Everything from small exercises to performing alone can be considered practice. For example, in cross-country sports, you start with warm-ups. You might stretch, walk, lift weights, etc., to get yourself pumped for practice. Then, you move on to the main exercises to build up your natural talent in the sport. Lastly, you should never end a practice without cooldowns. By doing some lighter and easier exercises towards the end, you can wind down. Singing is no different and requires practice as well. Think of it as a sport where you need to maintain your skills. Without practice, you won’t get anywhere.

There are many things you can do to improve your singing voice. I can help teach you how training for a sport can be similar to training yourself to learn how to sing better.

Warm-ups serve the same purpose in both cases. They get your blood flowing and prepare your mind to focus. Be sure to make unusual sounds that you’re not used to producing. This will push your voice beyond its comfort zone, and the sky is the limit! Warming up your vocal cords can be likened to stretching your body.

Now, let’s get to the vocal exercises! One thing you might try is finding a song you like and staying in the same melody with it. Before you assume that I’m the worst advice giver in the world, know that even professionals do this. You’ll be working on something that not many people can do. Being able to replicate your favorite songs will set you on the path to superstardom. You can even try to sing the main melody at a completely different pitch, which is also a great singing exercise. I was amazed at how much my singing technique improved by doing this. I practiced this technique consistently and was eventually able to replicate the singers of my choice. One thing that helps many people is to listen to the tone and harmony of the song they’re about to sing a few times after warming up. With your ear in tune, your mind will help your vocal cords stay in tune as well.

Just as with any hobby or sport, cooling down is much like warming up. Aim to stay in tune while singing specific vocal exercises. If you don’t have a tuner device, you should listen carefully with your ears to stay in sync with the chromatic scale, and then try to mimic the main melody. Many accomplished singers can perform scales without the aid of a musical tuner. How on earth did they become so exceptional at what they do? They are incredibly consistent and do exactly what I’m advising you to do – they practice relentlessly.

A significant number of people find it challenging to dance while maintaining a perfect singing voice. Therefore, I suggest practicing this skill until it becomes second nature. It is indeed difficult to master, so don’t attempt it immediately. You should gradually progress into it. The rate at which you incorporate this skill into your repertoire should be slow. Don’t aim for the top right away. Being able to dance and sing skillfully at the same time is an accomplishment that few manage to achieve.

One factor that may be holding you back from your dream is self-confidence. Don’t worry; we’ve all been in that position at one point or another. Just remember that, no matter what, you are unique. Nobody can change that. Self-confidence will undoubtedly come with practice. If people don’t like what they hear or put you down, don’t fret. It’s challenging to find someone who appreciates all types of music and sounds. After all, there’s usually at least one genre they won’t enjoy. You might find me attending concert events featuring hip-hop beats, but you won’t find me at an opera performance. Discover your niche and stick with it. Don’t try to impress fans of entirely different music styles. With a growing fan base comes self-confidence.

0
Would love your thoughts, please comment.x
()
x

Learn to Read Violin Sheet Music

by A. Vivaldi Learning to read violin sheet music is an enjoyable and engaging task. First, you need to learn the theor...Read More