Monday, March 11, 2013
Darcel Wilson and The Rhythm & Soul Project 
Be moved by Darcel’s signature style and powerful voice and her soulful
band whose repertoire evokes emotion in everyone that hears their music.
(Rescheduled from 10/22/12).

Berklee in Puerto Rico
Monday May 27th – June 3rd 2013

Reality shows are gaining popularity in the current trend of television.  Broadcast T.V.  gets high ratings for these shows. They attract many people who are talented in various fields. Whether it is singing, dancing, or adventure games and so on. For those who want to sing professionally, here is a platform to showcase their skills. Although highly competitive, you want to be prepared as best you can by being able to sing different styles of music.

In order to create a niche as a singing professional, every singer would need to be at his or her best.  There are so many different styles of music to consider while deciding what song you might want to sing. In this situation, a singer should choose the right song from various styles of music. Are you serious about considering singing as a professional career?  Where do you start? One suggestion would be to examine different styles of music such as Jazz, Rock, Pop, Musical Theater, R&B, Country Blues or Opera. There are few things you can do before you start selecting which style of music suits you.

Singers who are interested in singing Classically listen to those who sing classical music… Interested in singing in the Jazz style…listen to Jazz artists. R&B listen to Traditional R&B artists as well as contemporary R&B/Pop Singers. Gospel, Country or Blues…listen to older artists and the more current Country or Blues or Gospel singers. Rock- Listen to Traditional Rock singers/groups as well as contemporary Rock/Pop artists. Ultimately you want to be very familiar with the style you are singing.  If you would like to pursue singing Rock and Pop, perhaps you could form your own band or join a budding or existing band with a two or more musicians. Rather than performing solo, a team of good musicians could have more opportunities. Having a stylish appearance and image are also considered essential in this style of music. This style of music is not necessarily easy to sing. It involves vocal stamina and good energy.

Some areas of singing involve several years of practice and training. Work hard to achieve good vocal skills and develop healthy habits for optimum vocal health. There are many opportunities throughout the music industry for professional singers. You just have to find them and be prepared when you are faced with them. A singer should be passionate about the style or styles he or she chooses to pursue. Remember to choose a song that interests you as well as your audience. Work to develop versatility and build confidence as you explore different styles of music.