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How do I stop being nervous when singing?

Jonathan Stancato
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Jonathan Stancato is a Holistic Voice Coach and the Founder of Inside Voice, an approach to improving one's voice and singing abilities through a mind-body 5-octave approach developed while he was working at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art in London. He serves clients online and in-person in the New York City metro area and has taught students in theatre conservatories, music festivals, mindfulness organizations, TED Conferences, colleges, choirs, and corporations. Jonathan has extensive training in extended voice (Richard Armstrong/Roy Hart), Hindustani classical vocals (Michael Harrison), and trance singing (Thomas Richards/Grotowski Workcenter).

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One thing you can try is to take your worst fear of how something might sound and do it intentionally. For instance, if you're afraid your voice will drift off-key, sing a version of a song where you make whatever notes you want. Implementing those fears makes them another source of play and imagination instead of something that's a real obstacle in the way of your voice.

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Are there recorded songs I can use?

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Go onto YouTube,and type the name of the song, then add the word "karaoke" at the end. The channel I use is called Sing King Karaoke.

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How do I choose a song?

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Choose a song that you already know the lyrics to. This will help you feel more comfortable. You may also want to consider choosing an uncommon song--one that other people may not have heard often. This will help make your performance stand out.

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I have a keyboard at home and I am still learning how to play it, but it has taken me quite some time. I would like to know if I can connect karaoke machine to my keyboard and be able to sing?

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This depends on the type of machine and keyboard you have. Some machines may have connecting cables that fit together, but it's not likely they work together. If you use a computer for karaoke and a keyboard with a USB plug, that may work for you, or if you are able to find cable converters. It's more likely you'll use the karaoke machine and keyboard separately at the same time.

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What are some good songs for a karaoke party?

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It depends on what type of music you and the other partygoers enjoy.

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Would it be considered rude for the audience to boo someone if they don't like their performance?

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Yes. There is no place for booing or jeering during a karaoke performance. Everybody should be there to have a good time, not to judge.

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I have an opportunity to sing Every Breath You Take by The Police in front of a big crowd. How do I keep my cool?

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Breathe. Close your eyes and imagine that you are alone in your room and nobody is around. Keep this scene in your head, and sing in full-throated glee!

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What if I sneeze or cough during a karaoke performance?

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Play it off with a smile or laugh, and keep singing. Everyone at karaoke is there to have a fun time and no one will judge any little slip ups.

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Can I ask the DJ to adjust the key and tempo of my song?

Edith

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Yes. They will probably say yes if you ask politely, but if they say no, respect that.

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