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« Thread Started on Apr 15, 2003, 9:24am » | |
hey to everyone who ends up reading this, I was just wondering if anyone has any little tricks and tips for getting over stagefright?
I've passed up on so many opportunities for a music career because I just can't seem to get over the fear of singing infront of people. There's nothing more I want in the world than to be able to sing, but the stagefright is pretty much putting a stop to any chance of that happening.
Only a small group of friends have heard me sing and as much as they say it's brilliant I just convince myself they're friends, friends are suppose to encourage you in things so I don't really believe them.
So does anybody have any ideas at all on how I can stop careing so much about if people are going to laugh at me or any tricks you all do before getting on stage?
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« Reply #1 on Apr 21, 2003, 7:19am » | |
Hi Gutless,
You are not alone - many of us suffer from some form of stage fright, myself included. I always have to make sure I get control of my breath before starting or the performance will not be as strong as it could be. 
I recently heard someone say that someone truly passionate about what they do worries more about living up to their own expectations than those of others. Try concentrating on the art and the musicality of the song, rather than focusing on their reactions. This art of "sincere singing" can help to make a real difference. To learn more about that visit here to read this article:
http://singingiseasy.com/freesingingarticles/performancepower.html
You might also look at some of the other articles on that page. A few touch upon this same topic.
For a more organized study of controlling your stage fright, I suggest you look to Vocal Coach Carole Lynne. She has an affordable program called: "Managing Stage Fright."
http://a2zvoicelessons.com/vocaleducation/managingstagefright.html
Keep us posted on your progress!
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« Reply #2 on Jan 7, 2004, 11:38am » | |
I haf stagefright wherever I go but I been on the stage so many time when i was in sec sch performance... Can someone help mi how can i relax myself be4 performing... Thanz... 
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« Reply #3 on Mar 30, 2004, 12:43pm » | |
Hello all, i gotta admit its a breath of fresh air to find a site like this, i'm a 26 yr old vocalist with an operatic voice, i'm a singer songwriter, who is in a cover band for extra money, (hard rock)
problem is i'm really comftorble singin originals with acoustic guitar, but i have a gig at a pretty big rock bar in 2 weeks and i find myself really nervous about just singin and providing a "fun" atmosphere for the crowd
any tips and advice will be well taken
i'd like to chat or talk with another vocalist frontman??
thx
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as far as stage fright goes i usually dive into the music head first...get lost in it... by doing that the crowd gets into it.........
for me i dont wanna come over as an overconfident pompous ball of ego...
while i do like rock stars who have this persona.... and i understand it... i'll leave that up to the legends,,,, i'd rather be more down to earth..... to sum it up "be yourself"
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« Reply #4 on Apr 5, 2004, 2:17am » | |
Well, I don't think I suffer from stage fright, but I always get really scared before I get up to sing in front of people. I mean, I DO sing in front of people, but it's always very nerve-racking. The first time I was doing a solo in front of a large group of people I couldn't stop shaking. Even when I was singing I was shaking. It's just something you get used to, whether you like being in front of people or not. If you really want to sing, you will. Now when I sing in front of people, I make it fun for myself, if you're not having fun, neither will your audience, just keep that in mind.   |
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« Reply #5 on Apr 16, 2004, 8:15pm » | |
I have always struggled with stage fright. If I'm up there (church band) with everyone, I'm completely fine, by myself...I pantic like no other. I have NEVER done a solo in my life because of stage fright. Thanks for the tips, I'm gonna check out what you recommended also.
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« Reply #6 on Apr 17, 2004, 12:39am » | |
I am a young signer. In fact, I'm only 13! But im very passionate about music and performing. I used ot have stage fright, but then I saw one of my favorite recording artists perfom, and every since then I've just been excited to perform anytime I can! But there really isnt any cure for stagefirght. All you can to is breathe, and try to change anxiety to excitment.
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« Reply #7 on Apr 22, 2004, 10:22pm » | |
I think one of the problems might be we have insecuritys about how we sing, I don't know about you but whenever I sing, I'm always questioning my voice and how it sounds. I spend a lot of time (not on purpose) wondering if I'm good enough to sing or if I should just shut up and do instrumentals. hopefully that's only the way I feel.
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« Reply #8 on Jun 20, 2004, 1:18am » | |
Of course everyone has that problem!
For myself, I'm 16 and I've only just started singing. This coming Saturday I'm singing "O sole mio" with a couple friends in the operatic tenor range at a school cabaret. I usually considered myself a baritone but things have changed anyway.
All this week I've been having to deal with my confidence. On Wednesday I was the emcee for a public forum on nonviolence, so all the distinguished guests and all my friends expected me to be genuine.
Today I made a speech about the environment.
heheh, have a sense of humour about it, feel your mentors(Pavo, Domingo, Boccelli..) in yourself and know that you have the same potential as them and this experience is strengthnening your character.
I find that being able to sing infront of an audience is a true test of character. I don't believe in being able to be strong on stage and not so off stage. Strenghtening yourself, will no doubt strengthen your performance on stage.
But never be arrogant, be genuine.
In life you should never give in to negative thinking. Of course no-one can merely think positively for all their life, but it's how you react to negativity that determines your character. Keep socialising with those who are also into singing and envision what you want to become at this very moment.
You must have the strength to callenge your usual ways of thiking and create true change within yourself to deepen your character.
Don't be self conscious, don't be feerful, be happy for yourself and other people, be confident and show who you really are.
Your character is like a muscle, the more you push it, the more you exert effort through it, the stronger you become.
I think its important that we have more goals than just singing. But have a wide range of goals, like for me its
school
friends and family
soccer
buddhist organisation(again friends and activities)
and singing
I strive to do my best in all of these, and they all require me to have confidence and to be genuine.
I'm excitied! 
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« Reply #9 on Jun 26, 2004, 5:34pm » | |
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I've passed up on so many opportunities for a music career because I just can't seem to get over the fear of singing infront of people. There's nothing more I want in the world than to be able to sing, |
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I still get nervous everytime I have to sing, but I think about this wonderful gift that God has given me. Though it will never get me beyond my church choir, it's enough for me just to see the joy and happiness it brings to others.
I heard a passage I think it went "It's not the gift that God has given us thats special, It's what we do with it" it sounds as if you have a gift, share it with others, you may still get nervous but it shall pass.
Gutless, your not, just unsure, if you feel it inside let it out, and enjoy yourself.
Take care and we'll be listening for you........................
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« Reply #10 on Sept 13, 2004, 8:47am » | |
I have a couple of points for you. 1) You pick a spot on the wall or somewhere (not looking at the audience) and sing while concentrating on that spot. 2) Imagine all of the audience in a speedo. Those should help, i hope. let me know if they do.
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« Reply #11 on Dec 23, 2004, 5:28pm » | |
You say that you really want to sing. Answer this question.... why? Do you love music? Do you want to be famous? Do you enjoy expressing yourself with your voice? If you know you are askilled singer, focus on what you want and what you love rather than the opinions of others.
But, let's get realistic, perhaps your fear is that your friends say that you are better than you really are, or if they are not experts, (THOSE THAT MAKE THEIR LIVINGS IN THE MUSIC BUSINESS) perhaps they don't know whether you are good or not.
Seek the advice of experts and devote yourself to becoming an excellent singer. Being a good singer is not equivalent to being good looking (either you are or your are not according to someones taste) it is a skill like being a carpenter or a surgeon. Get the skills and then you will have the confidence.
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« Reply #12 on Dec 25, 2004, 3:04am » | |
I totally agree.
The better you know the music, and the better your musicianship skills and your vocal technique are, the more confident you can be in your own music-making. Learn to just sell it onstage.
I used to get stagefright--I still do sometimes--but I've learned to channel it into my performance. Once you learn that skill you can sell just about anything. People will buy a crappy performance if you had the confidence to just do it!
Oftentimes, even well-trained musicians miss a confident performer's biggest mistakes. I can't even count the number of times I've sat through an EXCELLENT performance (from my point of view) and then been talking with singer later and had them say, "Did you notice when I totally missed my entrance to the chorus and sang the entire first verse instead?!"
OOPS! But they did it without showing it, and the audience never knew! I even did something like that during a jury... my voice teacher caught it (and was quite amused--and said I needed to work on *accurate* memorization, lol), but the rest of the voice faculty just didn't seem to notice.
I guess part of it is just doing it A LOT. The more you perform, the less you care what the audience thinks. I guess it's kind of like talking with people--or asking girls out (lol--sorry, I guess you wouldn't get that).
Anyway, the more times you perform, the easier it becomes.
Unfortunately, the best analogy that most people can relate to that comes to mind at the moment is cheating on a test.... So let's not go there! You get the idea.
One way to simulate a performance is to simply get on an empty stage with no audience (try your school's auditorium right before or after school, for example). Try speaking first, then singing. Try a few warmups. Run around the stage. Try some dance moves if you know how to dance (jazz, ballet, tap, etc.). Get used to the stage. Do silly things on it. Don't do anything that would get you in trouble if someone happened to walk in as you did it, but be creative and have fun. If you're feeling a bit shy about it, have a trusted friend be your "lookout."
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« Reply #13 on Aug 23, 2009, 11:28am » | |
I think it's down to experience. The hard part is is taking that first step and starting the journey. I say this because it's exactly the situation I'm in now. I've had experience perorming in a band to large audiences but I've never performed on my own, and I know I have to start, I have to face it,and learn from it, but it's scary to make that decision and know you're putting yourself in a vunerable situation, especially when you expect it to go a certain way because of nerves.
Ironically the only way to overcome this is to face it head on. Be strong, in control, calm, and most importantly I have to say to myself STOP TAKING IT ALL SO SERIOUSLY!! it's meant to be enjoyable.
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