The Art of Connecting with Your Audience
March 6th, 2012
Today’s Quote:
“I love hearing my audience breathe”. – Adele
Feeling the connection of your audience during a performance is one of the most exhilarating things I know. As a performer, I realize my audience is watching every move I make; they are expecting me to take them somewhere they don’t know how to get to themselves.
To Zone or not to Zone
For the most part, your audience is made up of non-artistic people. They admire and envy the life of a musician. They would do anything have your talent and do what you do. The reason your audience and fans come to see you is because they want to be transported to another realm. That realm is a place where you are used to being. It’s the realm of creativity. Read the rest of this entry »
Diva is a FOUR Letter Word
November 25th, 2010
Today’s Quote:
“Women are the real architects of society”. Harriet Beecher Stowe
Have you ever been called a diva? Do you know a female musician who is considered a diva? When we think diva, we usually imagine a narcissistic woman who believes the world revolves around her – expecting everybody to act as her own personal genie, instantly satisfying her every desire.
Flipping the Diva Coin
In my opinion, you can actually be a good diva. You can be what I call a “fabulous diva”.
I’ll be the first to admit that I have met many women musicians who fall into the diva category. I have also met other women who were labeled divas and really weren’t divas at all, but were simply self-enlightened. These women, who tend to be a little older, don’t seem to be threatened by labels. They know how to wield their power and rise above criticism. They understand that in order to be a powerful person you will at times be misunderstood by individuals who cling to outdated beliefs. These so called divas have developed an inner strength that either demands respect or brings out insecurities in others.
In my opinion, you can actually be a good diva. You can be what I call a “fabulous diva”. Below is an acronym that I feel best describes this amazing woman. Read the rest of this entry »
How to Instantly Connect With Your Audience
November 3rd, 2010
Today’s Quote:
“One of the reasons you go to the theatre is to be transported to a different time and place and experience something magical”. –Peter Fogel
What is the secret to connecting with your audience?
If you haven’t yet experienced those magical moments when you and your audience are one, you are missing one of the most amazing aspects of performing. Your fans want to experience something that moves them when they are watching a live performance. As a musician it’s your job to make this happen. Read the rest of this entry »
How to Hold an Audience in the Palm of Your Hand
September 12th, 2010
Today’s Quote:
“Set your expectations high; find men and women whose integrity and values you respect; get their agreement on a course of action; and give them your ultimate trust.”
– John Fellows Akers
It takes practice before to captivate an audience. But that’s OK, the important thing is to start where you are.
The Gift of Gab
Always greet your audience. This puts people at ease, especially if you add some humor.(Just remember that humour isn’t for everyone so be sure that you are comfortable pulling it off). You can talk about something interesting you saw on the way to the gig, or some hot issue that is on the news right now.
Talk to me
Coming across naturally when talking to your audience can seem daunting when you first start to do this unless you are outgoing by nature. Your audience wants to hear what you have to say. Often people think performers just wing-it while talking on stage but many times this is not the case. Many performers practice what they will say to their audience before they ever set foot on stage. Read the rest of this entry »
