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What's life like in a singers point of view ?

I would just like to see how a singers everyday life goes . #singer #singing #sing #singers-career

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Keri’s Answer

Unless you are a signed artist, your day probably looks a lot like everyone else's day. Many local musicians have "full-time" jobs doing all sorts of different things, from making guitars, to being accountants or truck drivers. You would be surprised what musicians will do during their day jobs, to support their passion of making music.

Local performers are usually working weekends doing music, hauling their "gear" from one venue to another, tuning up the sound system to make sure the sound is balanced and all of the instruments are being fed equally to the monitors that help you hear the band. It sounds funny to say that when you are singing on stage, unless the speakers are positioned correctly and the monitors set to the right levels, it can be hard to hear the band. Usually the band shows up a few hours before their show time, to do all of the set up and sound check, then they are able to grab a bite to eat, sit with friends or depending on how close to home, go back home to get ready for the show. If your band is scheduled to start at 9:00pm, you can expect your prep and set up to start around 5:00, depending on the venue. Most cases, if you are playing in a bar, the band finishes around midnight or 1:00am, then you have to tear-down all the equipment and load it into everyone's cars and head home.

I have surrounded myself with musicians, because I love live music and I sometimes get to perform onstage with them. I have seen, first hand, the hard work and dedication it takes to spend weekends away from their families, to practice the craft they love. It is hard to understand why they would choose to work a "normal job" (9-5, M-F), then have rehearsals a few times a week, and gigs on the weekends, until you are immersed by the music. There is no better feeling than being the person on stage with the microphone, belting out the music people are cheering for, or playing the guitar riffs or laying down the bass beat.

Thanks for the opportunity to write about something I love! :)
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Ryan’s Answer

It depends what type of singer you are. If you are a world famous performer, you probably have a very public and busy life. Traveling to shows, practicing, doing interviews are all part of that life. This can be stressful, but very exciting. If you are a local singer or small performer, you are living a less glamorous life. Many local gigs will pay a little, but you'll probably have to have a side job to make sure you can survive. Next time you see a local singer, ask them what they do. If it is a passion though, hard work can help you work through those tough times and get better on your path to your dream.
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Saumya’s Answer

Depends on what mood you prefer singing/ making music .
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