Attention Parents: Here’s How To Help Your Kids Build Confidence
All parents can agree there’s no greater joy than raising a happy, confident kid. While the happiness part is fairly easy to ensure (most of the time), making sure your child is confident is a bit more challenging. Confidence isn’t something most children are naturally born with, but rather something that is built over time.Luckily, […]
Seu Jorge Play Bowie Tribute in Phoenix, AZ
By: Veronica Fedri On Tuesday, September 5th, 2017, I attended an extremely unique show at The Van Buren. Seu Jorge, an actor, composer, and songwriter, played a wonderful David Bowie tribute. Jorge has recently began his second year of this tribute tour earlier this year in June. It began in 2016 as a dedication to […]
Techniques For Avoiding Vocal Fatigue
For singers, vocal fatigue can be a real concern. Even with years of voice lessons and proper vocal techniques, singers still run the risk of wearing out their voices due to constant and intense use. Symptoms of vocal fatigue include: Scratchy, sensitive throat Hoarseness Shortness of breath Constant urge to clear throat Weakness when speaking […]
Interview: The Harrison Huffman Experience
By: Veronica Fedri Last Monday, on August 7, 2017, I went to my first ever show at the now non-profit venue, The Trunk Space to see the Harrison Huffman Band. Now located inside Grace Lutheran Church, The Trunk Space is a very unique venue to see a show in, and I would highly recommend it […]
3 Tips For Singers To Engage Their Audience
Listen up, singers…we’re about to reveal the formula for putting on a perfect performance. Number one, of course, (as everyone can guess) is knowing how to sing well. With voice lessons, lots of practice, and a little determination, you’ll be a singing machine in no time! But the lesser known ingredient needed for an applause-worthy […]
Metallica: Phoenix Concert Review
By: Veronica Fedri This past weekend, on August 4, 2017, the extremely popular heavy-metal band, Metallica, performed a sold-out show at the University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale, Arizona. This was for their WorldWired tour. Avenge Sevenfold was the opening act. There were pros and cons of this show, and this was one of the […]
3 Essential Vocal Warm Ups For Singers
Unlike other musicians, a singer can not quickly fix or mend their instrument if broken…because their instrument is their voice! That’s why it’s extremely important for singers to take good care of their voices in order to prevent injury. After all, we’re only born with one set of vocal cords and they’re irreplaceable! Luckily, […]
Talking Points For Singers: What To Say Between Songs
Any serious singer knows how critical live shows are and just how nerve-racking they can be. When gearing up for a live show, singers will no doubt rack up all the practice hours they can, squeezing in as many voice lessons as possible, perfecting their set list, and working on their showmanship. However, one major […]
Interview with Last Man Standing
This past Saturday, on July 22nd, 2017 I saw the new locally known band Last Man Standing preform at Club Red in Mesa. They performed with three other bands, Undecided Youth, Plants After Dark, and Promise to Myself. Last Man Standing has four members: Samantha (Sam) Potter on vocals, Abbey Maruyama playing guitar, Katie Gibbs […]
Does Music Choice Affect Personality
Music plays a significant part in every teenager’s life. It’s part of acquiring a musical sense and a personal identity. When a teen gets into a style of music, it can affect habits of thought, matters of speech, and the way a teen dresses, acts and lives their life. Social acceptance is a big part […]