How to Make Money as a Singer | Part 1

How to Make Money as a Singer | Part 1

Jan 10, 2024 | Knowledge Hub, Pro Singer, Vocal Lessons

I apologize in advance.

You might be expecting to hear some top-secret industry trick about how to get uber-rich off your voice… so this answer might seem a little boring. 

But you’ve been warned. 🙂 

The biggest secret to making amazing money as a singer is developing strong singing technique. 

TOLD YOU. Boring. But hear me out. 

Your vocal technique is the most valuable asset you have, and let me prove it. Here’s how leveling-up your voice can significantly increase your earning potential.

 

1. Stand Out in Auditions: Auditions are your gateway to new opportunities, whether for live performances, studio recordings, or television appearances. With solid singing technique, you can confidently tackle challenging auditions, and impress the judges to increase your chances of landing gigs that pay well.

2. Expand Your Repertoire: With your voice at the top of its game, you get to explore a broader range of musical styles and genres. Versatility is highly sought after in the industry, and being able to tackle diverse material can open doors to more opportunities and higher-paying jobs.

3. Reduce Studio Time and Costs: Recording studios are expensive, and every minute counts. When your vocal technique is on point, you can significantly reduce the time spent in the studio, thus cutting costs. You’ll need fewer takes and edits, ensuring a more efficient recording process, and a better finished product.

4. Touring and Live Performances: Strong technique = greater vocal endurance, enabling you to deliver consistent, pitch-perfect performances throughout a demanding tour. This makes you a sought-after artist, but it also reduces the risk of vocal fatigue, potential cancellations, and extra medical expenses.

5. Vocal Health and Longevity: Proper technique is essential for maintaining vocal health and extending your singing career. Avoiding strain, injury, and vocal damage allows you to continue performing at your best for years or even decades… maximizing your lifetime earnings.

6. Higher Paying Gigs: Top-tier venues, events, and even ministry opportunities come with higher paychecks. Organizers, producers, and churches are willing to invest more in vocalists who have mastered their craft, and command their voice with confidence. It’s a better investment.

7. Networking and Collaborations: In any industry, your reputation often precedes you. As a skilled singer, you’ll be more likely to attract the attention of other musicians, producers, and professionals, leading to collaborations that can be financially rewarding.

8. Audience Appeal: Fans pay the bills. With your voice at the top of its game, you’ll gain loyal fans who attend your shows and buy your music, merchandise, and tickets.

 

Great singers are great for a reason.

Investing in your vocal technique is an investment in your future. 

It makes you a more valuable and sought-after artist. We see that here in Nashville all the time… it’s a big pond here with so many singers. The “good” singers all blend in, but the bad singers and the GREAT singers stand out.

So take the time and effort to hone your technique. It’s not just about becoming a better singer… it’s about unlocking your full potential and turning your voice into an income-earning machine.

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How to Make Money as a Singer | Part 2

How to Make Money as a Singer | Part 2

Dec 8, 2023 | Knowledge Hub, Teacher, Vocal Coaching

 

As a singer, your journey to financial success in the music industry can take many exciting turns. 

Live performances, recording deals, and songwriting royalties are common income sources, but there’s one avenue that often gets overlooked but can be incredibly lucrative… and rewarding: vocal coaching. 

Teaching other singers can be a great side hustle or even a new career path. And if you need an excuse to explore this idea further, here are 6.

1. Become the Expert: People Seek Your Advice

As your skills grow, you’ll start to gain recognition in the industry. Audiences will notice your impeccable vocal technique, and fellow singers may approach you for advice on how to improve their own skills. If this is already happening, that’s a great sign that coaching is your next move.

2. Charge for Your Expertise: Your New Income Stream

The best part about coaching is that you get to practice while getting paid. (We’re still learning until the day we die.) This new income stream only grows the more experience you gain. You can teach in-person or online, in one-on-one lessons, group sessions, or even specialized workshops.

3. Get Certified: Raise Your Rates

Consider enrolling in a vocal coaching certification program. This boosts your knowledge and confidence, and allows you to charge more. Certification enhances your credibility, and gives you the language to explain vocal concepts. You’ll even be better at demonstrating without hitting a bad note. I grew as a vocalist way more after I started coaching than before.

4. Expand Your Network: Building a Clientele

As a certified vocal coach, building a clientele is easier than you think. Leverage your industry connections and friends from within your community. Start offering your services to fellow musicians, local performers, or individuals who aspire to become singers. Social Media and word-of-mouth referrals can be a powerful tool for growing your coaching business as well.

5. Create a Niche: Specialized Coaching

Consider specializing in a particular style of singing or a target demographic, such as coaching for kids, beginners, or church vocalists. Having a specialty can help you stand out in the competitive coaching market and attract clients with unique needs.

6. Online Presence: Your Digital Marketing

Having a strong online presence is crucial, but even more important is the sales psychology you use when you describe what you do. Use the right language on your website or social media, and clients will come flooding. Share success stories and testimonials from satisfied clients to attract even more students.

If you decide to pursue vocal coaching, my biggest piece of advice is to get a mentor.

Someone who made all the mistakes for you, so that you don’t have to is worth their weight in gold.

If you’re looking to level-up your own voice while getting trained to teach, check out our Vocal Coaching Certification program. 

It’s a monthly membership that will make you a vocal expert who will attract big money. You’ll learn the 6-step framework for attracting singers, assessing their voice, coaching them to improve quickly, and motivating them to stay consistent. 

Whenever you’re ready, you’ll have the option to take the test and get certified to teach the Mix Voice Method, and even join our Approved Coach Directory so we can refer students to you!

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