Q&A for How to Become a Child Singer

If you're young and you want to be a professional singer, the best thing you can do is to get a good instructor. You may be a great singer, but singing professionally involves a different level of competition. In addition, singing professionally takes a different toll on your body and your voice than singing for fun, and an instructor can help you learn to withstand that.

Anyone can be a singer, at any age. You just have to be dedicated to music and have a lot of perseverance.

Don't be afraid to tell your parents you want to sing. They may be able to find ways to support your passion. Consider to pursue singing along with your other hobbies. As you get older, you may lose interest in some of your hobbies, but it's good to get lots of experience in case you choose to continue, so pursue as many things as you can.

Don't be embarrassed - just go for it! Think of it this way, how will you ever become a famous singer if you can't even start a conversation with your parents about it. Practice a song ahead of time and sing it for them. If you want to ask them for singing lessons, look into it ahead of time so you know how much they cost, where they are offered, etc. Remember, they're your parents, they're not going to laugh at you.

Just practice and sing it in front of other people. Watch for opportunities to share your music with people and pray for God to open doors for you at the right time.

It's always better to start as soon as possible.

Show how much this means to you. Sharing your passion is your best bet.

Don't disobey your parents, but keep going and don't give up on your dream.

Singers come from all different economic situations and regions of the world. Anyone can be a singer if they are hardworking and devoted to it.

If you have band members who contribute musically, a band may sound better and have more options in terms of the types of music it can produce. If you have an amazing voice and/or instrument that your're talented at, then you want to highlight it by going out on your own.

First, talk to your parents and get their approval. Practice signing; you may want to get a coach for this. Justin Beiber was noticed via the internet, so you may want to take that approach. Ultimately, keep following your dreams and don't lose courage.

Talk to your parents about your goals. If you work hard and pursue opportunities at home and in your region, you may be good enough to move to Los Angeles when you become an adult.

Go on different record labels' websites and looks for their demo submitting policy. I know a lot don't take unsolicited demos. What you really need is an agent who already has contacts in the music world to represent you.

Start with simple songs. Sing in front of people and learn to take criticism.

Yes, of course they can! What matters is the quality of your voice, not your body. (However, if your size makes you uncomfortable, you could always start exercising and eating better to lose weight.)

Explain to her that opportunities look bigger going than they do coming. If you don't get your dream job, you might be lost.

You could, but it's not really necessary. You should do whatever makes you the most comfortable.

I think you should start off singing in front of small audiences (like your family), then move on to slightly bigger audiences (a group of friends). Then you can move on to proper audiences (like a talent show or choir performance). When you sing, imagine yourself singing all alone in your room, you can even close your eyes. Take it one step at a time and be patient with yourself.

Just tell them. There's no harm in that. If they say no, try to reason with them, but still realize they are your parents and you're not quite 18. But, while you wait, practice your singing and prove you're committed to singing.

No, that's not really possible at such a young age for legal reasons.

You are at a great age to develop your voice and range. Start out by playing songs that you can sing with confidence that you can hit all the notes to. Go to YouTube and check out Ken Taplin's Vocals Academy, it's free. Listen to him, and if you think he sings great, then follow his exercises and advice. To get your voice in shape to sing great, it takes you listening and duplicating what you hear and like to sing. It's gonna take time, so just be patient and keep practicing.

If you're very serious about starting a music career, talk to your parents or guardians about flying out to a music audition in another state. Some vocal competitions also accept video submissions.

Talk to her about why you want to do it. Ask her why she doesn't want you to. Remember to let her talk and explain herself, and maybe find other ways you could achieve your goal.

Yes, of course. You’re already off to a good start. Anyone can become famous. Just believe in yourself.

Take singing lessons. This will help improve your voice and let you know when you're ready to became a singer.

You could start by asking for singing lessons as a hobby. This would show you are interested in it, but just as a hobby. Then, if you become good, they may think singing would be better for you than modeling.

Find free lessons are always available on YouTube, so these may be a good place to start and you can show your parents that you have improved and that you're determined. If you want a real teacher, start saving money so you can pay for them yourself. Or, do research for a suitable teacher and ask your parents to come with you to see the teacher and ask questions together so they can feel they understand what it's all about.

Ask to take singing lessons just as a hobby. If you practice enough, when you get older you can make your own choices. You have loads of time. They are more likely to let you sing if they think it's just a hobby. Then you can start doing gigs, talent shows, etc.

You can take online singing lessons and it doesn’t matter who you are -- you can have interest in any songs you like.

Ask your parents to call around to local restaurants and cafes and inquire about open mic nights.