How to sing with a live band
How I did it: Fortunately, for me I work for a company that has a band. That's right we have our own band. Each year we have a family orientated picnic and this year we held an American Idol like entertainment segment. No real prizes but it offered the change to sing in front of a live band. Myself and 9 other hopefuls jumped at the chance. It was fun and a little nerve racking.
Would I do it again. You bet ya!!! I looking for a blues band that would like a singer for a couple of songs. If I can make that happen I can die happy.
Lessons & tips: Practice, practice, practice. For one shining moment I forgot the words but was able to keep on singing because I practice the song. I substituted lyrics that I remember for the ones that I should have been singing. Tip: If you forget the words sing what you know and make it fix the music the words will come back to you.
Resources: Online sites for lyrics and songs--there are plenty out there.
