Singer (Zanger)
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A singer is an artist who practices the art of singing as a hobby or professionally. Another name for singer is also called vocalist or vocalist, if we are talking about a female singer. Singing as a singer can be performed as a hobby or professionally. Whether a singer is active as a hobby or professionally generally depends on the singing talent of the singer in question. There are different types of singers, such as the well-known opera singers, the pop singers and the folk singers. Most singers are accompanied by musicians or musicians while singing. If a singer does not use musical accompaniment, one also speaks of "a capella". A cappella singing usually involves choirs, which do not use instrumental accompaniment. How exactly a singer sings can differ per singer, because singing actually has no rules outside of pure and tailor-made singing. The profession of singer should therefore be seen as fairly general, because singers can practice the art of singing in different ways. In addition, there are many different music styles, which will largely determine the music genre as a singer. For example, singing as a rapper cannot simply be compared to singing within a choir. Singing is personal for everyone, because people can have a preference for different styles of music. Most famous singers started out as amateur singers in a band or as solo singers. The possible breakthrough as a well-known singer will in most cases be strongly dependent on the talent as a singer. Nowadays, more and more singing talents are being discovered through modern means of communication, such as YouTube. Nowadays there are also various television programs in which singers have to compete against each other to finish first. The winner is then often offered a record deal.
A singer is therefore an artist who can practice the art of singing in different ways. Think, for example, of pop singers, opera singers and folk singers. These are all examples of different singers, who practice the art of singing in different ways. In addition, singers can use a musical instrument, such as a guitar. If a singer writes his own songs, the singer can also be considered a songwriter and a singer-songwriter. If a singer also writes music lyrics, the name composer may also apply. A songwriter cannot automatically be considered a composer because a composer does not write songs. A composer is responsible for devising and developing new music that is performed by musical instruments, such as a piano or guitar. Singing can best be described as making music through the voice. By using different pitches, a melody follows. A singer often receives accompaniment of music by means of instruments. If a singer only sings without instruments, this is also called a capella. Through a conservatory it is possible to follow singing as a main subject. During this training, a lot of attention will be paid to various topics, such as breathing technique, diction, pronunciation and the mouth position to optimize the voice technique. As described earlier, different types of singers are conceivable. Think, for example, of choir singers who perform together within a choir.
PERFORMING AS A SINGER
Most singers regularly perform as artists. It is not the case that only well-known singers perform regularly. There are also many semi-professional singers who perform regularly. In many cases, the singers form a music band together with other musicians, such as drummers, keyboardists and guitarists. In addition, a singer can work well as a solo artist depending on the music genre. These types of singers or music bands often perform at special events or parties, such as during a wedding or fair. As described earlier, most singers started as amateur artists and eventually grew into professional singers and / or professional musicians. To be able to break through as an artist, not only a pleasant voice is important. Being able to sing alone is often not enough to break through as an artist, because artists must also be able to be regarded as entertainers. Also, constantly training the voice by following singing lessons is very important. A singer who enjoys national fame and has broken through will often have a busy schedule and fill his days with performances, interviews and working on new clips and songs.
BECOME A FAMOUS SINGER
Becoming a well-known singer is generally not easy. Most singers who aspire to a career as a professional singer will have to have a lot of motivation. In addition, continuing to practice and further improve the singing technique is very important as a singer. Most singers will participate in so-called talent shows, in which professional singers, producers and other craftsmen will assess the singing qualities of the different singers. This does not alter the fact that singers nowadays also have the opportunity to make their own production. Quite a lot of singers nowadays record songs independently in their own production. These singers generally use YouTube or other types of internet platforms to promote their music. Music producers also generally keep a close eye on these types of artists. As a singer, you are not only dependent on the traditional ways to possibly be discovered. This does not alter the fact that building a professional singing career is still not easy. Well-known singers may also have to deal with a tour manager. A tour manager is responsible for organizing all additional peripheral matters.
WHAT DOES A SINGER DO:
TRAINING TO BECOME A SINGER
If you want to follow a training as a professional singer, it is best to follow a course at the conservatory in the direction of singing. The training at the conservatory generally takes four years. There are also plenty of courses to follow that are focused on singing. During the training to become a singer there will be a lot of attention for the breathing technique, voice and of course the singing technique. In addition, it is perfectly conceivable that singers take private lessons with a singing teacher. Which way of education will fit best as a singer also depends on personal preference as a singer. Not all singers have a full singing education. In addition, some singers can simply be regarded as natural talents. In all cases it is important to follow singing lessons. The well-known singers also continue to follow singing lessons during their career, because continuing to train the voice is important. Accounting is also important as an independent singer.
COMPANIES WHERE A SINGER CAN WORK
In general, a professional singer will have to be regarded as an entrepreneur. The profession of singer does not actually occur in paid employment. In addition, a singer or singer can simply work as an amateur singer. Most singers do not succeed in building a professional career, because this is simply difficult. This does not alter the fact that amateur singers can also join an artist mediator. Professional singers can also be affiliated with an impresariat. An impresariat is specialized in selling complete performances and concerts.
COMPETENCES SINGER
The most important competence of a singer is perseverance, because becoming a professional singer is difficult. In addition, a singer must have a lot of motivation, willpower and inspiration. Without the right motivation, willpower and inspiration, it is actually not possible to become a singer. Continuing to practice as a singer should not be underestimated either. Another important competence is being able to network. Networking is important to be able to talk to the right people, who may be able to help you further with your singing career. In that respect, communication can also be regarded as important. Generally important words are energy, passion, independence, collaboration, listening, development, trends, performance and creativity.
LABOUR MARKET PERSPECTIVE AND CAREER OPPORTUNITIES AS A SINGER
The labour market perspective of a singer does not really apply, because the profession of singer cannot be seen as an ordinary profession. A singer will therefore have to create his or her own labor market perspective by building a good name as a singer. A singer who practices the art of singing at a high level will automatically receive sufficient assignments. Growing as a singer should therefore be seen in working on your popularity, which increases the number of assignments. As a singer, the career opportunities are endless, because well-known singers are booked a lot. In that case, the term influencer may also apply. As described earlier, becoming a well-known singer is not easy. Most singers can't make a living from singing alone.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT AND SALARY SINGER
As a singer you are an independent entrepreneur and you determine your own employment conditions. The income of a singer cannot be indicated, because this is too specific to name. As an unknown artist, you will usually not be able to get by on the assignments. As a well-known singer you usually earn a lot, and you can usually perform several times a day if you would like to.
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