One gig may require you to play four songs, and another may require you to sing your best solo, but what will remain the same is the level at which you prepare for every performance. As a singer, you must be ready and fit to put on your best performance with confidence at every show.
Different people have different ways of getting ready to sing, but what if there's a well-crafted pattern that is easy to follow?
6 Tips on How to Prepare for a Show
Preparing for a show goes beyond rehearsing the songs multiple times. It requires organizing your vocals and training your physical strength and mental health together. Below are the steps to create a pattern you can use to prepare for a show.
1. Vocals Warm-up
Vocal warm-ups are gentle exercises that help prepare the vocal box for the physical strain it is about to encounter. Warming up increases blood flow to the vocal muscles, enhances flexibility, and enables you to achieve a balanced tone. Some warm-ups you can engage in include lip trills, humming, and scales. Do not stress your voice during these exercises; you definitely don't want to use fatigued vocals to sing.
2. Stay Hydrated
Hydrating your vocals and body is a physical preparation necessary before any performance. Ideally, you should drink about 16 ounces of lukewarm water for 3-4 hours for 2-3 days before the event. Staying hydrated helps keep your vocals and general body muscles relaxed and ready to perform.
3. General Physical Preparations
In addition to proper hydration, you need to tend to yourself properly before getting on stage. If you quickly get tired, get a good night's sleep before your performance. Eat a balanced diet to provide all the nourishment you need during this period. The goal is to keep your body healthy before and during the show.
4. Mental Preparations
Mental preparedness is a vital component of the quality of your voice. Anxiety and fear can make you lose your confidence and flop all your hard work on stage. Mental exercises like deep breathing and visualization of a successful performance will give you a relaxed mind. Once you are calm, you are ready to show the world what your voice is made of.
5. Rehearsals and Practice
In music, the only way to be a better version of yourself is to practice hard. Using the venue to practice helps you understand the stage and increases the quality of your performance. However, if you cannot use the stage before D-day, ensure you get to the venue early and familiarize yourself with the surroundings.
6. Delegate Tasks
Dividing all the responsibilities between you and your crew makes the preparations easier. But what happens when you are an independent musician?
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