anybody that sings...how was your first time singing on stage? just wondering, have you had problems with voice shaking because of fright?
2007-01-27 11:48:14 · 5 answers · asked by starbucksluvrxoxo 3 in Entertainment & Music ➔ Music
my first time singing on stage is coming up soon, so i just wanted to know. and of course i'm terrified already!!
2007-01-27 12:21:36 · update #1
My first time on stage was when I was 3 and I STILL get serious stage fright!! If your voice is well supported it will help with the shaking- some tips for support:
-make sure you take a good deep breath with your shoulders down and your sternum raised
-engage the muscles around your waist to keep your ribcage expanded and the diaphragm flat in order to maintain the breath- you will feel a natural inclination for the ribcage to contract as you sing and you want to fight this
-try and keep your body in alignment and make sure you feel very sturdy on your feet- it helps to begin with feet shoulderwidth apart- and wear comfortable shoes!
Focusing on your breathing beforehand will help to calm your nerves; it'll help to keep this focus during your performance. Don't make eye contact with audience members, it can really throw you- look just above their heads instead.
Best of luck, and have fun!!
2007-01-28 13:14:35 · answer #1 · answered by sopcamlep 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I've been on stage since I was 9, and I'm 19 now. I've had issues with my voice shaking, but it is something you outgrow slowly. I still get nervous, but I just tune everyone out and imagine that I'm singing by myself in my bedroom. If you want to practice before you get on stage, sing in front of your family. In my personal opinion, it's harder to sing in front of family than complete strangers. If you can do it in front of them, you should be alright.
2007-01-27 20:01:14 · answer #2 · answered by Lady 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
my very first time singing on stage i was so nervous.
my friend thought there was an earthquake going on under me i was shaking so bad!!!
whats best is to have stage presecence.
make people believe in what you are singing.
look at the back wall or a family member
to keep you from getting nervous.
just have fun and believe in yourself
2007-01-27 19:54:00 · answer #3 · answered by Lexie : ) 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I was seventeen and I was so scared during rehearsal that I faked strep throat (1) it explained my shaky voice and (2) it kept me from having to perform opening night and allowed me to give my part to my understudy. It happens. You outgrow it.
2007-01-27 19:56:59 · answer #4 · answered by MaryAn 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
well when i first sang as hannah montana i was scared to death but when i heard everyone cheering my name i lost all my nerves and did great
2007-01-27 19:56:46 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋